UPES Flagship Incubation Platform
Where bold ideas earn their wings.
Runway is UPES's incubation and investment platform — providing mentoring, grants, angel investment, and a world-class ecosystem to transform ideas into scalable businesses.
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Powered by a belief in ideas.
Just like at airport runways, where guidance is provided by Air Traffic Control for smooth take-off, our mentors help startups get off the ground swiftly.
The Runway team comprises entrepreneurs, investors, and researchers with a proven track record of leveraging ideas to create something tangible and valuable. We work across stages — from idea to early revenue — and across sectors.
How it works
Our incubation process.
Selection
Open application — sector and location agnostic. Startups from any field, anywhere in India.
Incubation
8–10 week blended program to refine business ideas, get market-ready, and become investor-ready.
Mentoring
Each startup is paired with a dedicated mentor. Access UPES labs, workspaces, and infrastructure.
Pitching
Demo day with curated investors, advisors, and industry leaders for fundraising opportunities.
Nurturing
Ongoing support beyond incubation — we stay with you as you scale and grow.
Networking
Connect with the best minds through curated events, workshops, and industry meetups.
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Ready to launch your startup?
Applications are open for the next cohort. We're looking for innovative ideas with the possibility of scale.