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ABOUT:
The Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India, has taken a pivotal step in fostering innovation
within Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through the establishment of the “MoE’s Innovation Cell
(MIC)”. MIC is dedicated to systematically cultivating a culture of innovation among students in their
formative years, aiming to encourage, inspire, and support them in transforming new ideas into tangible
prototypes.
With this vision in mind, MIC has laid the groundwork for the formation of ‘Institution’s
Innovation Councils (IICs)’ across selected HEIs. These IICs are envisioned as a network aimed at
promoting innovation within each institution, fostering an ecosystem conducive to innovation through
diverse approaches and initiatives within the campus.
MAJOR FOCUS OF IIC
To create a vibrant local innovation ecosystem.
- 1.Start-up/ entrepreneurship supporting Mechanism in HEIs.
- 2. Prepare institute for Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements Framework (ARIIA).
- 3. Establish a Function Ecosystem for Scouting Ideas and Pre-incubation of Ideas.
- 4. Develop better Cognitive Ability among Technology Students.
FUNCTIONS OF IIC
To conduct various innovation and entrepreneurship-related activities prescribed by Central MIC in time bound fashion.
- 1. Identify and reward innovations and share success stories.
- 2. Organize periodic workshops/ seminars/ interactions with entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and create a mentor pool for student innovators.
- 3. Network with peers and national entrepreneurship development organizations.
- 4. Create an Institution’s Innovation portal to highlight innovative projects carried out by institution’s faculty and students.
- 5. Organize Hackathons, idea competition, mini-challenges etc. with the involvement of industries.
HIGHLIGHTS
Secured 3.5 Star on Annual Performance Rating by IIC in 2022-23.
