AIC NIPER Guwahati Foundation, an initiative under the Atal Innovation Mission, is established to catalyze entrepreneurial activity and innovation in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and life sciences sectors. It operates as an Atal Incubation Center at the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Guwahati. The foundation is committed to nurturing dynamic entrepreneurs and transforming innovative concepts into scalable, impactful businesses. By fostering innovation-driven enterprises, the organization contributes to regional development and the larger national objective of self-reliance in healthcare and associated domains.

With a strong emphasis on scientific rigor, compliance, and sustainability, AIC NIPER aims to bridge the gap between academia and industry through mentorship, technical support, and resource mobilization. A special focus is also placed on empowering traditional healers from North East India by helping them validate their products scientifically and bring them to mainstream markets, ensuring both cultural preservation and market competitiveness. The Foundation also supports startups across a wide spectrum of sectors including biotechnology, agriculture, water and sanitation, and solid waste management. It is a vital platform for early-stage startups and student innovators who are keen to contribute meaningfully to India’s innovation ecosystem.

The AIC NIPER Guwahati Foundation is inviting applications for its Incubation Program, aimed at nurturing innovation and supporting the entrepreneurial journey of startups in sectors such as healthcare, life sciences, biotechnology, agriculture, and waste management. The program is designed to help transform early-stage ideas into viable businesses through structured mentoring, access to infrastructure, and expert guidance.

This incubation initiative serves not only the students and graduates of NIPER but also startups and researchers from other institutions, particularly in North East India. One of its unique aspects is the integration of traditional medicinal knowledge into modern markets by offering support to traditional healers to scientifically validate and commercialize their products. By combining traditional practices with modern regulatory standards, the program promotes inclusive innovation.

Selected startups will receive access to incubation facilities, mentorship in business and technical aspects, assistance in intellectual property and legal matters, and networking opportunities. Additionally, the program connects academic institutions and industries to ensure collaborative knowledge exchange and innovation-driven growth. Overall, the grant provides a robust ecosystem where innovative entrepreneurs can develop sustainable and scalable enterprises with a long-term social and economic impact.