Introduction
The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) is an initiative by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in academic institutions. It fosters a culture of creativity, research, and start-up development among students and faculty through workshops, hackathons, and mentorship programs. By connecting institutions with industry experts and government bodies, IIC plays a crucial role in strengthening the innovation ecosystem in India..
Objective
1. Organize Innovation Programs – Conduct hackathons, idea competitions, workshops, and
expert lectures to boost innovation.
2. Support Prototyping & Product Development – Provide necessary resources, technical
3. Establish Startup Incubation Support – Create incubation facilities that assist students and
faculty in launching and scaling their startups.
4. Facilitate Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) & Patents – Encourage patent filing and
technology commercialization through training and awareness programs.
5.Engage in National & International Innovation Networks – Participate in government
initiatives, global innovation programs, and industry collaborations for broader exposure.
Short-Term Goals
1. Establish an Active Innovation Ecosystem – Set up a structured IIC framework to promote
innovation and entrepreneurship within the institution.
2. Organize Innovation and Entrepreneurship Programs – Conduct workshops, seminars,
and competitions to encourage student and faculty participation in innovative activities.
3. Encourage Idea Generation & Prototyping – Collect innovative ideas from students and
faculty and provide support for prototype development.
4. Collaborate with Industry & Incubators – Build connections with startups, industries, and
incubation centers for mentorship and hands-on experience.
Promote Awareness on IPR & Startups – Conduct training sessions on Intellectual
Property Rights (IPR), patent filing, and startup funding opportunities.
Long-Term Goals
1. Establish a Business Incubation Center – Create an incubation facility to nurture student-
led startups and provide necessary resources for scaling.
2. Increase Research, Patents, and Product Commercialization – Encourage faculty and
students to engage in applied research, patent filing, and commercialization of innovative
products.
3. Develop Long-Term Industry-Academia Partnerships – Strengthen collaborations with
industries and research organizations for innovation-driven projects and technology transfer.
4. Secure Funding for Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Obtain government and private
funding for innovation programs, research, and startup support.
5.Achieve National & International Recognition – Position the institution as a leading hub
for innovation and entrepreneurship through active participation in global competitions and
rankings.
Activities held under IIC
Collaboration with IBM-CSR Box
Through a partnership with IBM and CSR Box, the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) seeks to improve students & entrepreneurial and innovation abilities. This program offers mentorship, industry exposure, and training in cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and data science. It gives students the ability to provide original answers to problems in the real world by bridging the gap between education and business.
TIFAN Project
Students are encouraged to create creative answers to problems in the agricultural industry through the TIFAN (Technology Innovation Forum for Agricultural Nurturing) Project, which is a program of the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC). Teams can collaborate on mechanization, automation, and sustainability in farming using this platform for interdisciplinary collaboration. TIFAN helps young innovators develop their creativity and practical problem-solving abilities through competitions, industry engagement, and mentoring.
IPR (Intellectual Property Rights)
More than ten Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) have been submitted under the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC), demonstrating a strong emphasis on research and innovation. By encouraging staff and students to create, safeguard, and market their innovative ideas, these initiatives promote technical growth and an entrepreneurial culture.
Funding to Projects:
The Innovation Council (IIC) of the Institution provides funding opportunities for innovative projects through business partnerships, government initiatives, and start-up incubation programs. It assists instructors and students in obtaining funding for prototype development, research, and concept commercialization. IIC supports the entrepreneurial environment in academic institutions by putting innovators in touch with investors and financing organizations.
Start up at Institute
Under the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), Sumit Narkar and Suraj Mane have successfully initiated start-ups at their institute, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Their ventures focus on practical solutions to real-world challenges, encouraging students to engage in research, product development, and business strategies. These start-ups serve as inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs, contributing to the institute’s innovation ecosystem.
IIC Gallery
