WELCOME TO
V-NEST

VIT Chennai Startups and Research Foundation
We Nurture You to Fly High

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Who are we

V-NEST, the startup and research foundation of VIT Chennai, nurtures innovation by supporting students, faculty, and external entrepreneurs in building impactful startups.
It collaborates with partners like Startup TN and Startup India to offer grants and mentorship.
In just three years, V-NEST has empowered nearly 30 startups, aiming to set new standards in incubation and market success.
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Convenors

Dr. Sasikumar M

Dr. Sasikumar M

Director, V-NEST

Dr. Ravi V

Dr. Ravi V

Assistant Director, V-NEST (IIC)

Dr. Karthiyaini S

Dr. Karthiyaini S

Assistant Director, V-NEST (EDC)

Dr. Jayarangan L

Dr. Jayarangan L

Manager, Incubation

Benefits

Full Attendance Relaxation
2 lakh Seed Money
Mentorship from Experts
Grant Opportunities
Startup Showcases
Workshops & Hackathons
Collaboration Space
Investor Networking
Tech Resource Access
Brand Building Support
Legal & IP Guidance
Product Development Help

OUR STARTUPS

STEMTEC
STEMTEC
Quinproc
Quinproc
Mechonix D2R
Mechonix D2R
Mechatronix India
Mechatronix India
MAFKIN ROBOTICS
MAFKIN ROBOTICS
MEDxAI Innovations
MEDxAI Innovations
JIVAN
JIVAN
INICIOTEK
INICIOTEK
FEYNMAN TECHSOL
FEYNMAN TECHSOL
CRACKUBE
CRACKUBE
Chakaralaya Analytics
Chakaralaya Analytics
Centurion Mobility
Centurion Mobility
Delight Departures
Delight Departures
DAIRA
DAIRA
Quetzalcoatl
Quetzalcoatl
SpectoV
SpectoV
Azitta S AI
Azitta S AI
TESSA
TESSA
The Energy Company
The Energy Company
ZVIA
ZVIA
SPICE
SPICE

Steps to Apply

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Submit Application

Submit your application with your innovative startup idea. We're looking for disruptive solutions that leverage cutting-edge technology to solve real-world problems.

Initial Review

Our expert panel will review your application and evaluate the potential of your idea, market fit, and technical feasibility. Selected teams will be invited to the next stage.

Interview

Pitch your idea to our panel of investors, industry experts, and mentors. Be prepared to demonstrate your prototype and answer questions about your business model.

Funding

Selected startups will receive funding, mentorship, office space, and access to our network of partners. Join our accelerator program and take your startup to the next level.

FOUNDER'S NOTE

Insights from our visionary leader

Ecosystem Partners

Driving innovation through powerful strategic collaborations that accelerate startup growth and ecosystem development.

Ecosystem Partners

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