About Us
Navachar Incubation Centre (NIC) is a dynamic startup incubation and support hub located at the Faculty of Architecture and Planning, AKTU, Lucknow, UP, registered under Section 8 of the companies Act 2013, is envisioned to be center for all Startup stakeholders to develop an end-to-end innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem in the State of Uttar Pradesh. As a premier incubation center, NIC is committed to fostering entrepreneurship and transforming innovative research ideas into viable economic units. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, collaborative workspaces, and expert mentoring, NIC provides a nurturing environment for startups to thrive. Our comprehensive range of services includes consulting, networking, seed funding, lab facilities, and advisory support.
Principal's Message
Here, we believe that architecture is more than just structure-it's a living art form that shapes the way we experience the world. It is an extraordinary discipline that engages all our senses and plays a vital role in fulfilling human aspirations.
At FoAP, we foster a vibrant ecosystem where creativity meets practicality, and where design thinking is deeply intertwined with entrepreneurial spirit. Our experienced faculty members are not just educators but mentors who guide students and innovators through rigorous academic training, hands-on projects, and real-world problem solving.
Through the Navachar Incubation Centre, we empower aspiring entrepreneurs to transform their architectural ideas into sustainable startups. Whether you're developing smart urban solutions, eco-conscious materials, or tech-integrated spaces, we provide you with the infrastructure, mentorship, and resources needed to grow.
Join us in redefining what's possible in the built environment. Let's design the future together.
Director's Message
As the Director of the Navachar Incubation Centre, situated within the esteemed Faculty of Architecture and Planning at Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow, it is my distinct pleasure to extend a warm welcome to our nexus of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Our core mission is to meticulously cultivate a dynamic and fertile ecosystem where audacious ideas are meticulously nurtured and transmuted into successful, viable ventures. We firmly posit that innovation transcends mere technological advancement; it is fundamentally about addressing complex, real-world challenges and instigating a profound, positive societal impact. At Navachar, we are unequivocally committed to furnishing our incubatees with the indispensable resources, expert mentorship, and a truly collaborative milieu indispensable for their ultimate success.
We endeavor to serve as a formidable conduit, bridging the chasm between academic rigor and pragmatic industry application. By judiciously leveraging the immense intellectual capital resident within AKTU, we afford our nascent startups unfettered access to state-of-the-art facilities, astute faculty guidance, and a curated network of seasoned industry mentors. Our central focus is on fostering a pervasive culture of ingenuity, resilience, and strategic foresight, thereby empowering the vanguard of the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Our transformative journey has only just commenced, and we are exhilarated by the manifold possibilities that lie ahead. We cordially invite scholars, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to join us in this exhilarating and consequential endeavor. United in purpose, we can collectively forge a more robust and innovative future for our region and extend its influence far beyond.
We extend our profound gratitude for your interest and patronage.
