360° Support Ecosystem

Resources & Services

From ideation to commercialisation, we provide the strategic tools, funding, and mentorship you need to succeed.

How We Empower Startups

RBIC SKUAST-K offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to de-risk entrepreneurship in the agri-sector. Whether you need help refining your business model or connecting with investors, our team is here to guide you.

Business Mentoring

Access to dedicated mentors including industry veterans, SKUAST-K scientists, and successful entrepreneurs who guide business modelling and scaling.

Seed Funding

Facilitation of grant-in-aid support up to ₹25 Lakhs under RBIC schemes, and connections for mature startups with venture capitalists and angel investors.

Market Access

Showcase products at Rural Marts, Haats, and national exhibitions, with help on branding, packaging design, and B2B buyers.

IPR & Legal Support

Assistance filing patents, GI tags, trademarks, and copyrights, plus company registration (Private Limited, LLP) and compliance.

Product Validation

Use SKUAST-K’s accredited labs to test, validate, and certify agri-inputs, food products, and machinery for market readiness.

Training & Workshops

Bootcamps, sensitisation workshops, and hackathons that build financial literacy, digital marketing, and leadership skills.

The Process

Your Journey with Us

01

Ideation

Idea validation and proof of concept.

02

Incubation

Product development and mentoring.

03

Acceleration

Market launch and growth.

04

Graduation

Scale-up and exit to market.

Catalytic Capital Support

Through NABARD’s partnership, we provide grant assistance to eligible startups to scale their innovations.

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