IIT Mandi Catalyst

🚀 The deadline to apply for the Startup Exploration Program has been extended. 📅 Last date to apply: January 05, 2025. To learn more about Exploration Program: https://bit.ly/3xdNTZz 👉🏻 To apply for the program, click on the following link: https://lnkd.in/gDYCbEeE Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #iitmandicatalyst #iitmandi #CallForApplication #incubator #startups #investments #mentorship #growth #funding #incubatees #innovation #startupinhills #entrepreneurs #technology #program #productdevelopment

2 DAYS LEFT! Apply for the 🚀Startup Exploration Program. Don't miss your chance to register and take your startup to the next level! 📅 Last date to apply: December 22, 2024 To learn more about Exploration Program: https://bit.ly/3xdNTZz 👉🏻 To apply for the program, click on the following link: https://lnkd.in/gDYCbEeE Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #iitmandicatalyst #iitmandi #CallForApplication #incubator #startups #investments #mentorship #growth #funding #incubatees #innovation #startupinhills #entrepreneurs #technology #program #productdevelopment

#HIRING We are currently seeking enthusiastic and qualified individuals to join our team. Associate Manager | Lead | Sr Associate | Associate | Executive If you are passionate about fostering innovation, supporting startups, and working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply on this link: https://bit.ly/3VG967R Location: IIT Mandi Campus, Mandi, Himachal Pradesh Last date to apply: December 25, 2024 Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #IITMandiCatalyst #HiringAlert #CareerOpportunities #JoinOurTeam #StartupSupport #AssociateManager #LeadershipRoles #IITMandi #WorkWithUs #DynamicCareers #HimachalJobs #ApplyNow #JobOpening

🌟Empowering Founders with Technology!🌟 IIT Mandi Catalyst successfully hosted a workshop titled "Founders' Tryst with Technology" under the Exploration Program, led by Dr. Sridhar Seshadri, Serial Entrepreneur, Technologist, Author, Ex-Meta, Ex-EASports, and Co-founder of Bankai Labs. 🚀 The session delved into the pivotal role of technology in modern entrepreneurship, providing key insights on: 🔹Technology’s Role in Scaling Startups 🔹Emerging Tech Trends for Innovators 🔹Overcoming Challenges in Tech Adoption 🔹Case Studies of Tech-Driven Success Stories The interactive workshop concluded with an engaging Q&A session and quiz, ensuring active participation and practical takeaways for aspiring founders. The event highlighted how leveraging technology can enable scalability, customer-centric innovation, and competitive advantages—taking inspiration from disruptors like Airbnb. We extend our sincere and heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Sridhar Seshadri for sharing his invaluable time, experience, and expertise with our aspiring entrepreneurs. The participants were deeply enriched by his insights, thought-provoking discussions, and real-world examples, leaving them motivated to embrace technology as a driving force in their entrepreneurial endeavors. A special thanks to Dr. Sridhar, for empowering our startup founders and contributing to our mission of creating a thriving startup ecosystem in the Himalayan region. Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur  #Innovation #TechForStartups #Entrepreneurship #IITMandiCatalyst #FoundersWorkshop

🚀 Calling Budding/Aspiring Entrepreneurs ✨ IIT Mandi Catalyst invites applications for NIDHI-PRAYAS, a pre-seed fund initiative that helps young innovators develop their ideas into proof-of-concept. This support will enable innovators to test their ideas without fear of failure, allowing them to progress to the point where they have a finished product and are ready to approach commercialization. Selected startups will have the unique opportunity to secure financial support through the NIDHI-PRAYAS grant (up to 10 lakh) and gain access to the Prayashala Lab for developing prototypes. Don’t miss out! The deadline to apply is 📅 December 25, 2024. 👉🏻 Apply now: https://lnkd.in/gJ6my2Yw For eligibility criteria, click here: https://bit.ly/413mdDn Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Gaurav P. | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #IITMandiCatalyst #IITMandi #Catalyst #Incubator #enterpreneurship #enterpreneur #startup #StartupIndia #fundraising #prototype #grant #NidhiPrayas #dst

📢 IIT Mandi Catalyst is pleased to invite applications for the 🚀 Startup Exploration Program. ✅ We offer curated mentoring sessions and workshops to provide personalized guidance, industry insights, and tailored support. ✅ Our mentors help startups refine their business models, revenue strategies, and go-to-market plans. ✅ You'll also receive expert guidance on legal aspects, including business structures, contracts, and intellectual property protection. 📅 Last date to apply: December 22, 2024 To learn more about Exploration Program: https://bit.ly/3xdNTZz 👉🏻 To apply for the program, click on the following link: https://lnkd.in/gDYCbEeE Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Gaurav P. | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #iitmandicatalyst #iitmandi #CallForApplication #incubator #startups #investments #mentorship #growth #funding #incubatees #innovation #startupinhills #entrepreneurs #technology #program #productdevelopment

🌍 Indian Institute of Technology, Mandi, ISEES, and IIT Mandi Catalyst are  organizing the IX International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Environmental Challenges (IX SEEC). 📅 13th–15th December 2024 | 📍 IIT Mandi Join us for the IX SEEC, a premier platform uniting global innovators, researchers, students, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to address critical challenges in sustainable energy and environmental sciences. Highlights of the Event: ✅ Conference Tracks: 🛠️ Energy & Transportation 🌿 Environment & Sustainability 🧬 Biotechnology & Biosciences 💡 Innovation & Entrepreneurship 📢 Opportunity to engage with cutting-edge ideas, connect with global leaders, and contribute to shaping a sustainable tomorrow! Department of Science and Technology | NSEFI - National Solar Energy Federation of India | Science and Engineering Research Board Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Gaurav P. | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #Sustainability #Innovation #EnergySolutions #EnvironmentalChallenges #SEEC2024 #IITMandi #ISEES #InterdisciplinaryResearch #IITMandiCatalyst #FutureForward #Himachal

🌟A Heartfelt Thanks to Dr. Srikanth Sundararajan! 🌟 At Himalayan Startup Trek (HST) 2024, hosted by IIT Mandi Catalyst, we were honored to have Dr. Srikant Sundararajan, Partner at Venture East and Advisor at T-Hub, as one of our esteemed guests. His profound insights during the panel discussion on Global Expansion and Investment Strategies were invaluable to the startups, mentors, and investors present. However, Dr. Srikant Sundararajan's incredible generosity and commitment to fostering innovation in the Himalayan region truly left us amazed. In a moment that resonated with the spirit of HST, Dr. Srikant Sundararajan announced on the spot an additional 50% of the grant money for the winners of the Build for Himalayas theme in the HST Grand Challenge! This generous gesture not only increases the financial support for these groundbreaking startups but also underlines the importance of creating solutions tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in the Himalayan region. Dr. Srikant Sundararajan’s contribution will empower these startups to scale their innovations, strengthen the region’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, and inspire others to build with purpose and impact. We are deeply grateful for his unwavering belief in the power of entrepreneurship and innovation to bring about meaningful change. His gesture reflects the collaborative spirit of HST and the role of leaders in amplifying the efforts of aspiring entrepreneurs. Thank you, Dr. Srikant Sundararajan, for your immense support and for believing in the potential of startups to transform the Himalayan region. Together, we continue to build a thriving Startup Valley in the Himalayas! Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Gaurav P. | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #HST2024 #ThankYou #HimalayanStartups #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #BuildForHimalayas #StartupEcosystem

🌟 Congratulations to Ukhi on Raising $1.2 Million in Pre-Seed Funding! 🌟 We are thrilled to share that our incubated startup, Ukhi, co-founded by the visionary team of Sundeep K Tyagi, Priyanka Chauhan, and Vishal Vivek, has successfully raised $1.2 million in a pre-seed funding round! This marks a significant milestone in their journey to revolutionize the biomaterials industry. The funding round, led by 100Unicorns, with support from Venture Catalysts, angel investor Avtar Monga, and SIDBI through debt funding, will empower Ukhi to expand its reach, enhance its innovative solutions, and compete with global players. Ukhi’s journey at IIT Mandi Catalyst has been nothing short of inspiring. From its start in Exploration Batch 13 (Q3 2022) to securing the HDFC Bank Parivartan Grant in 2023, their growth exemplifies the power of perseverance and innovation. A pivotal moment came during Himalayan Startup Trek 2023 in Sep 2023, where the team pitched at the Investor Den in front of 25 investors—laying the ground for this monumental funding success. Satvasheel Powar | Saurabh Mittal | Anil Singh | Gaurav P. | Salik Sarwar | Saksham Singhal | Sushmita Singh | Harish Kanaujia | vishal sharma | Ravinder Kumar | Minni Kaur | Kushal Deep Jagota | Abhishek Mukamia | Shivanjali Andotra | Shashwat Mishra | Gurpreet Kaur #ProudMoment #Ukhi #SustainableInnovation #BiodegradablePackaging #StartupFunding #IITMandiCatalyst #Entrepreneurship #CircularEconomy

🌟Celebrating the #DreamTeam Behind Himalayan Startup Trek (HST) 2024🌟 Behind every transformative event lies a team of passionate, dedicated, and relentless individuals who work tirelessly to make the magic happen. The 8th edition of HST wasn’t just an event; it was a movement, a celebration of innovation, and a showcase of what teamwork can truly achieve. Over the course of 14-18 weeks, this incredible team put their hearts and souls into creating an experience that left an indelible mark on all participants. Today, we take a moment to honor and congratulate the IIT Mandi Catalyst family, whose unwavering efforts made #HST2024 a monumental success. Dr. Satvasheel Powar, thank you for never stopping believing in us. Your faith in the team and your guidance have been our guiding light. Your vision has driven HST 2024 to become the transformative platform it is today. Saurabh Mittal: As our Senior Advisor, your guidance and vision were instrumental in shaping HST 2024. Your efforts in bringing inspirational people to IIT Mandi and providing strategic direction elevated the event to new heights. Harish Kanaujia, Vishal Sharma, Kushal Deep Jagota, Jetender Bhardwaj, and Bitu: The backbone of HST 2024, your seamless management of logistics and finance ensured the event ran like clockwork. Thank you for holding it all together. Salik Sarwar: For orchestrating the biggest #InvestorDen to date, bringing 30+ investors to the event and creating a platform for startups to shine. Your efforts have truly set a benchmark. Ravinder Kumar and Shivanjali Andotra: Your stunning #Designs set the tone for HST 2024, creating a visual identity that will be remembered for years. From the #Branding to the details, every design left an everlasting impression. Abhishek Mukamia (HCI), Sushmita Singh (Bio Innovation), Shashwat Mishra (E&S), and Minni Kaur (BFH): For curating the #GrandChallenges with utmost dedication and ensuring they were more impactful than ever. Your efforts brought the brightest ideas to light. Minni: The #FleaMarket was a crowd favorite, and your meticulous planning ensured it was both vibrant and engaging. Gurpreet Kaur: For managing the Investor Den and the registration desk with such precision and warmth. Saksham Singhal: For giving data and technical support wherever required Gaurav P.: Your #leadership and #vision in spearheading the HST efforts inspired everyone around you. HST 2024 wouldn’t have been the same without your guidance. Anil Singh: For weaving a beautiful #ecosystem into HST by bringing together the finest minds, organizations, and partners. Your efforts enriched the event’s scope. To every single member of the #IITMandiCatalyst family, thank you for showing that collaboration, resilience, and passion can create wonders. HST 2024 will always stand as a testament to your dedication & #teamwork. Here’s to many more milestones together. Let’s make HST 2025 even bigger, better, and more impactful!