Empowering Agri-Tech & Startup Ecosystems
Foundation for Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development (FIED) is the Section 8 incubation center of IIM Kashipur. Operating a 20,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility across a 200-acre campus, FIED catalyzes high-impact ventures across Agri-Tech, EdTech, FinTech, and Rural Enterprises with seed funding, world-class mentorship, and market acceleration.
20,000 Sq. Ft. Incubation Center
Dedicated co-working spaces, prototype labs, and specialized administrative support within IIM Kashipur campus.
60+ Incubated Startups
Nurturing agri-tech pioneers, rural innovations, and tech ventures across India.
₹300 Cr+ External VC Investment Raised
Startups backed by top funds including Omnivore, Bertelsmann, Omidyar Network, and Sequoia Capital India.
Our Flagship Incubation Programs
Empowering early-stage founders, women entrepreneurs, and agri-tech innovators with seed grants, fellowship stipends, world-class labs, and VC network access.
RABI Program
RKVY-RAFTAAR Agribusiness Incubation
Incubation & grant funding up to ₹25 Lakhs for early-stage agribusiness & technology ventures.
Startup India Seed Fund
SISFS Seed Capital Grants & Debt
Financial assistance for proof-of-concept, prototype development, product trials, and market entry.
Uttarakhand Women Program
Incubation for Growth-Oriented Women
Dedicated incubation handholding, capacity building, and market access for women entrepreneurs.
Bhuli Project
Rural Craft & Micro-Enterprise
Empowering mountain bio-resources and traditional artisan products into sustainable commercial ventures.
Business Accelerator
Growth Scale-up & VC Funding
High-velocity program for growth-stage startups to optimize unit economics and secure venture funding.
Genesis EIR Program
MeitY Tech Fellowship & Labs
Monthly fellowship stipends, prototype labs, and technical support for tech innovators.
Our Incubated Startups & Alumni
Explore 100+ innovative startups incubated across RABI, SISFS, and Dhrishti cohorts scaling high-impact solution across agribusiness, tech, and rural development.
RABI Cohort Startups
Agribusiness pioneers backed by MoA&FW grants, developing high-tech farming, post-harvest solutions, and food processing innovations.
SISFS Funded Ventures
Seed fund recipient ventures advancing proof-of-concept, prototype trials, and commercial market launch across diverse sectors.
Dhrishti Tech Ventures
Deep-tech & digital transformation startups breaking ground in IoT, AI, clean tech, and mountain enterprise innovation.
Mentors & Stakeholder Ecosystem
Backed by leading government ministries, public sector banks, academic institutions, and 50+ domain experts guiding FIED ventures.
Mentors Panel
Over 33+ expert mentors, faculty stalwarts, and seasoned corporate founders offering one-on-one strategic advisory.
Investors & Partners
Public sector banking giants, venture capital funds, and institutional ecosystem partners supporting startup growth.
Startup India Initiative
National flagship partner hub connecting startups with government schemes, seed funding, and policy benefits.
Startup Uttarakhand
State nodal agency driving mountain bio-resources, rural enterprise incubation, and state government incentives.
MeitY Startup Hub
Deep-tech innovation nodal body supporting technology startups, fellowship stipends, and prototype acceleration labs.
DA&FW Agri Ministry
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare partnering for RKVY-RAFTAAR agribusiness incubation & seed capital.
Governance & Operations Team
Guided by IIM Kashipur leadership, Board of Governors, Board of Directors, and an experienced operational staff running daily incubation activities.
Board of Directors
Eminent directors providing operational oversight and strategic stewardship.
Board of Governors
Senior academic leaders guiding policy & institutional roadmap.
Operation Committee
Faculty committee overseeing grant approvals & venture selection.
FIED Operational Staff
Dedicated managers running programs, lab access, and acceleration.
Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell)
The E-Cell at IIM Kashipur fosters student innovation, organizes startup hackathons, pitch competitions, and connects student founders with industry leaders and investors.
Media & Event Gallery
Catch glimpses of incubation workshops, pitch days, hackathons, and dignitary visits across FIED IIM Kashipur campus.
Resource Downloads Hub
Access incubation guidelines, application templates, annual report publications, and official scheme policy documents.
Startups Incubated
Providing end-to-end incubation, co-working infrastructure, technology acceleration, and funding support.
Seed Grants Disbursed
Facilitating Ministry funding programs including Startup India Seed Fund, RABI, and Genesis EIR.
Industry Mentors
Connecting founders with esteemed faculty at IIM Kashipur, corporate leaders, and VC investors.
Ready to Turn Your Idea into a Scalable Venture?
Join the FIED ecosystem at IIM Kashipur and access incubation, seed funding, and corporate networks.