JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF), an Incubator and Angel Networks, has announced the launch of JITO Incubation Centre (JIC) Cohort 10. Following the success of Cohorts 8 and 9, applications for the Cohort 10 Incubation Program have commenced, with a submission deadline of April 30th, 2024. This program will be sector-agnostic.
Since its inception in 2017, JITO Incubation Centre, has focused on nurturing new-age founders and continues to gain recognition for its successful cohort-based programmes, consistently attracting numerous applicants for upcoming initiatives.
The centre organised Cohort 8, a Women-Specific Incubation Programme in September 2023, receiving 50 applications from across India. 25 women founders participated in a four-day bootcamp, culminating in the selection of three standout start-ups: Froodelite (D2C) offering caffeine-free fruit tea with unique rooibos-based flavor combinations; The Critical Thinking School (EdTech), a career counseling platform without reliance on tests to guide a child's career path; and Vigor E-Bike (Automobile), Rajasthan's first E-Moto Bike start-up developed by top IT-Tech and Automotive industry professionals for today's youth.
Building on the success of Cohort 8, JITO launched Cohort 9 Incubation Program in February 2024, targeting young founders who are eager to build their start-ups. The program received over 60 applications from diverse sectors including D2C, SAAS, EV, Chemtech, and Deeptech, showcasing an exceptional drive to innovate and create a global impact. Among the top-notched applicants selected for the exclusive program were EvoraGreens (D2C), which is transforming the coffee experience with functional brews that offer delightful flavors and health benefits, and Jaipour Coffee (D2C), which provides exceptional coffee that evokes a sense of home with every exquisite brew.
The programme also welcomed The Elefant (EdTech), India's first toy rental mobile app revolutionising play, and Loadsor (Logistics), a platform that connects stakeholders in the supply chain and provides visibility and insights into every operation. Additionally, SpaceAgeFood (D2C) is crafting healthy on-the-go snacks using advanced shelf-stable technology, and OrderAxe (Info & Comm) offers sophisticated cloud-based OMS and ERP solutions tailored for manufacturing, distribution, and retail businesses.
Rajat Mehta, Chairman of JITO Incubation and Innovation Foundation (JIIF), said, “We foresee that Cohort 10 will give a boost to our reputation, expand our network, facilitate knowledge exchange, spur ecosystem growth, and ensure continuous support for budding ventures.”
Vikash Kawar, Vice-Chairman, JITO Incubation Centre (JIC), said, “I've had the pleasure of witnessing the potential of India's entrepreneurial ecosystem through our diverse range of supported startups. We're proud to contribute to PM Modi's dream of a 'Viksit Bharat,' and I believe our efforts will continue to attract investments and enhance the digital innovation in India."
As per the company statement, the incubation programme spans 12 weeks and offers a wealth of benefits, including incubation and co-working facilities, technology and business mentoring, marketing, networking, and outreach.
