Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)

Mangalam College of Engineering 

About IIC

The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) is an initiative of the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC) to systematically foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education institutions across India, The IIC at our institution acts as a pivotal platform to engage faculty, students, and staff in innovation-driven activities, supporting the entire lifecycle from ideation to startup launch.

Vision

To create an inclusive and vibrant innovation ecosystem that empowers students and faculty to transform ideas into impactful startups and solutions for society.

Mission

• Promote innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking across all academic levels

• Facilitate access to technical resources, mentorship, and funding for innovators

• Bridge the gap between academia, industry, and government for holistic startup support

• Nurture student startups to become self-sustaining and market-ready

Core Activities

• Innovation Challenges & Hackathons: Regular idea competitions, problem-solving events, and hackathons to spark creativity

• Startup Bootcamps & Workshops: Hands-on training in business model development, design thinking, and prototyping

• Mentorship & Networking: Connect innovators with industry experts, alumni entrepreneurs, and financial advisors

• Incubation & Pre-Incubation: Support for early-stage ideas, including workspace, technical facilities, and business guidance

• IPR & Legal Support: Guidance on intellectual property rights, patent filing, and compliance

• Community Engagement: Outreach, seminars, and innovation day celebrations to build a thriving entrepreneurial culture

Technical Infrastructure

• Incubation Space: Dedicated co-working and meeting rooms for startup teams

• Prototyping Labs: Access to fabrication labs (FAB labs), design and dies labs, and rapid prototyping tools

• Technology Infrastructures: High-speed internet, video conferencing, and digital collaboration platforms

• Specialized Equipment: Advanced tools and machinery for product development; new equipment can be procured as needed

• Resource Sharing: Use of existing institute labs and facilities for startup R&D

Funding & Startup Support

• Seed Funding: Guidance and facilitation for applying to government seed funds (e.g., DST, Startup India Seed Fund, AIM, MeitY, DBT, NIDHI-TBI)

• Grant Writing: Support for preparing proposals for DST and other funding agencies

• Investor Connect: Pitching events and introductions to angel investors, VCs, and industry partners

• Startup Recognition: Assistance with MSME and DPIIT registration for eligible startups

• Sustainability Focus: Encouragement and support for startups to achieve self-sustainability and scale up through diverse funding sources

Governance & Structure

• Leadership: Headed by the Institute’s senior management, with a core team of faculty, student leaders, and external advisors

• Advisory Panel: Includes patent experts, alumni entrepreneurs, industry representatives, startup ecosystem experts, financial/investor advisors, and DST/MIC representatives

• Performance Monitoring: Annual review of activities and outcomes- funding and support are performance-based

How to Get Involved

• Students and faculty can join innovation cells, participate in events, and propose ideas for incubation

• Industry experts and alumni are invited to mentor, invest, and collaborate on projects

• Startups can apply for incubation, funding, and technical support through the IIC portal

Contact & More Information

For details on events, funding, and technical resources, visit the IIC National Portal or contact our campus IIC office.