The Incubation Cell at SMT. K.G. Mittal College of Arts & Commerce is designed to nurture
innovation, entrepreneurship, and start-up culture among students. It serves as a platform
to support young entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovators by providing the necessary
resources, mentorship, and industry exposure.
- Commerce students can access the Gymkhana located in the basement.
- Self-Financed Course students can use the Gymkhana on the fifth floor.
- Objectives of the Incubation Cell
- To promote entrepreneurship and encourage students to develop innovative business ideas.
- To provide mentorship and guidance from industry experts, faculty, and entrepreneurs.
- To offer training sessions, workshops, and guest lectures on business development, start-up funding, and market strategies.
- To create a networking platform where students can interact with successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders.
- To help students transform ideas into viable business models and assist in prototype development.
- To provide support in intellectual property rights (IPR), patent filing, and business registration.
- Facilities & Support Provided
- Co-Working Space – A dedicated workspace with Wi-Fi, computers, and office facilities for start-up teams.
- Mentorship Programs – Guidance from industry professionals, alumni entrepreneurs, and faculty.
- Workshops & Training – Hands-on sessions on business planning, financial management, and digital marketing
- Funding Assistance – Information on government grants, venture capital, and angel investors for start-ups.
- Networking & Collaboration – Opportunities to connect with business leaders, investors, and corporate partners.
- Prototype Development Support – Assistance in building working models, testing ideas, and developing products.
- Activities & Initiatives
- Entrepreneurship Awareness Camps (EACs) – To educate students about business opportunities and start-up trends.
- Business Plan Competitions – Encouraging students to pitch their innovative business ideas.
- Industry Visits & Internships – Providing hands-on experience in real-world business environments.
- Guest Lectures by Entrepreneurs – Learning from the success stories and challenges faced by start-up founders.
- Start-up Incubation Support – Helping students register and launch their start-ups.
- Eligibility & Participation
- Open to all bonafide students of the college from any stream
- Students must submit their business ideas or research proposals for evaluation.
- Selected candidates will receive guidance, training, and incubation support.
The Incubation Cell aims to foster a culture of entrepreneurship and provide students with
the skills, resources, and confidence to become future business leaders.