Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)
About This Scheme
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) is NITI Aayog's flagship initiative to create and promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across India. AIM establishes Atal Tinkering Labs in schools, Atal Incubation Centres at universities, and supports startups through the Atal New India Challenge with grants up to ₹1 crore.
Ministry: NITI Aayog
Maximum Funding
Up to ₹1 Crore (ANIC) / ₹10 Crore (AIC)
Eligibility
Schools (for Atal Tinkering Labs), universities and institutions (for Incubation Centres), startups with innovative solutions to national challenges (for ANIC grants). Eligibility varies by specific program.
Key Benefits
- Atal Tinkering Labs: ₹20 lakh grant per school for 5 years
- Atal Incubation Centres: up to ₹10 crore grant for world-class incubators
- Atal New India Challenge: grants up to ₹1 crore for startups solving national problems
- Mentorship from industry leaders and domain experts
- Access to prototyping facilities and technical resources
Application Process
- 1Visit aim.gov.in for current open programs
- 2For ATL: school applies through aim.gov.in/atl portal
- 3For AIC: institution applies during open call for proposals
- 4For ANIC: startups apply when specific challenges are announced
- 5Selection through expert committee evaluation
Documents Required
- Institution/School registration documents
- Detailed proposal aligned with program requirements
- Startup registration documents (for ANIC)
- Technical and financial details of proposed innovation
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