Pre-Incubation Program

Where Ideas
Take Shape

Don't have a startup yet? Perfect. Idea Factory is a 4-week sprint to validate your concept, find co-founders, and build your first prototype.

Explore Ideas
500+ Ideas Validated
120+ Teams Formed
50+ Moved to Incubation
4 Weeks Sprint Duration

How It Works

A structured 4-week program to take you from a raw idea to a validated concept ready for incubation.

1

Submit

Share your idea, problem statement, and what you're hoping to solve.

2

Match

Get matched with co-founders who share your vision.

3

Build

Create a quick prototype and test it with real users.

4

Pitch

Present to the KEIC Foundation committee for potential incubation.

From Idea to Incubation

These startups started as raw ideas in our Idea Factory and graduated to full incubation.

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NeuroSync AI

Idea Factory Batch 3

Started as a napkin sketch about mental health apps. Now raised ₹2Cr and serving 50K+ users.

Raised ₹2Cr
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EduBridge

Idea Factory Batch 2

Pitched as a peer tutoring concept. Now connecting 10K+ students across 50 colleges.

In Incubation
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FarmFlow

Idea Factory Batch 1

A simple supply chain idea for farmers. Now partnered with 200+ farms in rural Haryana.

Graduated

What Ideas Do We Welcome?

We're sector-agnostic but especially excited about these areas. If you're solving a real problem, we want to hear from you.

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AI-Native SaaS

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Consumer Brands

security

Tech Moat

storefront

Marketplaces

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Building for Bharat

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Industrial Software

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Creator & Gaming

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Other

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Idea Factory program.

Do I need a technical co-founder to join? expand_more
No! Idea Factory is designed for anyone with a compelling problem to solve. We help match you with potential technical co-founders during the program.
How developed does my idea need to be? expand_more
We accept everything from napkin sketches to early prototypes. The program is specifically designed to help you validate and develop your concept.
Is there any cost to participate? expand_more
Idea Factory is completely free for KRMU students. We take zero equity at this stage—our goal is simply to help you validate your concept.
What happens after the 4 weeks? expand_more
Top teams pitch to the KEIC Foundation investment committee. Selected teams get fast-tracked to the full incubation program with access to funding, mentorship, and workspace.
Can I participate if I already have a team? expand_more
Absolutely! Teams of up to 4 members are welcome. You can also join solo and find co-founders through our matching events during the program.

Got a wild idea?

Don't wait until it's perfect. Submit now and let us help you validate if it's worth building.

Step 1: Verification

We need to verify your email first.

We'll send a 6-digit verification code to your email.