The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has launched a pre-incubation entrepreneurship (PIE) development programme designed to support and nurture early- stage space startups. The PIE programme will cultivate and empower the next generation of space technology (tech) innovators, providing them with the tools and guidance necessary to transform their space dreams into reality.
According to IN-SPACe, the programme will target students in technical courses or those with a strong interest in space technology, expected to graduate in 2024, or pursuing master’s or doctorate programmes and early-stage start-ups focusing on space technologies and aiming to develop entrepreneurial ventures. It stated that the early-stage support will help unlock the potential of innovative minds and contribute to India’s leadership in the global space industry.
The 21-month programme will guide aspiring entrepreneurs through a comprehensive journey divided into distinct phases of ideation, innovation, and prototype development. It will also ensure that budding entrepreneurs receive structured support at each critical stage of development. It also highlighted that the direct access to industry veterans and subject matter experts will provide invaluable insights, feedback, and networking opportunities.
Further, IN-SPACe also mentioned that the applicants should not have received any grants, funding, or monetary support from private or government schemes and all submissions must be original work to qualify.
