About IIC

The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) was launched in 2018 by the Ministry of Education (MoE) through the Innovation Cell (MIC) in collaboration with AICTE. Its aim is to systematically foster a culture of innovation and startup ecosystem in Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs).

Key Features

• Flexible calendar activities
• Scoring and reward system
• Division of work and progress monitoring
• Incentive mechanisms
• Robust digital platform for coordination

Major Focus

• Create a vibrant local innovation ecosystem
• Support startups in HEIs
• Prepare for Atal Ranking of Institutions
• Scout and incubate innovative ideas
• Develop cognitive ability among students

Functions

• Conduct innovation, IPR & entrepreneurship activities
• Identify and reward innovations
• Workshops, seminars, investor & mentor interactions
• Networking with peers and organizations
• Organize hackathons, idea competitions

IIC Team

• Dr. Sonali Roy – President
• Dr. Mithun Nath – Convenor
• Mrs. Deepmala Paul – IPR Activity
• Mr. Rajdeep Choudhury – Social Media Co-ordinator
• Mr. Ankit Biswas – Innovation Activity Co-ordinator
• Mr. Alok Regon – Internship & Startup Activity Co-ordinator
• Mrs. K. Dipika Singha – Member
• Mr. Pankaj Paul – Member