Institutions Innovation Council- Krishna Institute of Management, Meerut

About IIC

Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India has established "MoE's Innovation Cell (MIC)" to systematically foster the culture of Innovation amongst all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The primary mandate of MIC is to encourage, inspire and nurture young students by supporting them to work with new ideas and transform them into prototypes while they are informative years. MIC has envisioned encouraging creation of "Institution's Innovation Council (IICs)" across selected HEIs. A network of these IICs will be established to promote innovation in the Institution through multitudinous modes leading to an innovation promotion eco-system in the campuses.

As per the guidelines of Ministry of Education,

KIM established Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) in the year 2025-26 with a vision of nurturing the culture of Innovation and Entrepreneurship among the students and faculty. The primary focus of IIC is to normalize the resources and create additional infrastructure for Product Development, commercialization and venture development.

Objectives

The main objectives of KIM Institution’s Innovation Council are:

  • Skilling and training of students, faculty, Innovators and Entrepreneurs to take up Startuppreneurship which will be achieved by entrepreneurship and startup development program.
  • Identifying ideas, POC, prototypes and translating them into product development and MVP stages through TRL activities.
  • Conducting Ideathons, Hackathons and Boot camps to engage and develop interest among all students, faculties and Innovators.
  • To Establish world class Incubation centers supported by different Govt. Agencies like DST, MSME, NITI Ayog etc.
  • To create infrastructure for rapid prototyping, product development and MVP stage of Innovations.
  • To inculcate generation of IPR’s among the faculty members, students and Innovators.
  • Bridging the gap of research and commercialization of products flanking faculty members to adopt rather than sticking to research publications.
  • Empowering startups for business technology and marketing support.
  • Effective implementation of Pre-Incubation, Incubation and acceleration programs.
  • Strengthening the partnerships with various stakeholders from industry, R & D, financial institutions and academia enabling a complete spinoff of synergies with mutual support and outcome.

Functions of KIM Institution’s Innovation Council

  • Entrepreneurial Skill Development: Offer specialized training programs and workshops focused on developing entrepreneurial skills among management students and faculty members, preparing them for the challenges of the business world.
  • Business Idea Incubation: Provide guidance and support for the incubation of business ideas originating from management students and faculty, facilitating their development into viable ventures.
  • Case Study Competitions: Organize case study competitions to encourage students to apply their management knowledge to real-world scenarios, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Industry-Academia Collaboration: Facilitate collaborations between management students and faculty with industry partners, enabling practical exposure, internships, and opportunities for applied research in management practices.
  • Startup Mentoring: Offer mentorship programs where experienced entrepreneurs and industry professionals provide guidance and advice to aspiring management students looking to launch their startups.
  • Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research and analysis projects to provide insights into emerging trends and opportunities in various industries, equipping management students with valuable market intelligence.
  • Business Plan Development: Assist students in developing comprehensive business plans for their startup ideas, covering aspects such as market analysis, financial projections, and marketing strategies.
  • Networking Events: Organize networking events, seminars, and guest lectures featuring successful entrepreneurs and business leaders, providing students with opportunities to expand their professional network and gain insights from industry experts.
  • Incubation Support Services: Offer tailored support services to management startups in areas such as legal compliance, financial management, and marketing strategy formulation, helping them navigate the challenges of business establishment and growth.
  • Ecosystem Strengthening: Collaborate with other institutions, government bodies, and industry associations to strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem for management startups, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and growth in the management domain.

Set up an COE:- Krishna Centre of Indian Knowledge System (IKS)

At Krishna Group of Institutions, we proudly host the Krishna Centre of IKS, dedicated to promoting and preserving India's rich cultural heritage through a lecture series on the Indian Knowledge System. Our programs are designed in accordance with UGC-approved guidelines, ensuring academic excellence and relevance.

  • VisionTo revive, research, reinterpret, and integrate the timeless wisdom of Bharatiya Knowledge Traditions into modern education and innovation systems — fostering a holistic, sustainable, and future-ready society rooted in India’s civilizational ethos.
  • MissionThe CoE aims to serve as a multidisciplinary hub for academic research, experiential learning, capacity building, and innovation based on the foundational principles of Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) — blending ancient insights with 21st-century science, technology, and management.

Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Sports Management & Technology

Krishna Group of Institutions, Meerut

  • Vision To create a globally recognized hub for sports innovation, management, technology, and entrepreneurship that connects education with industry, drives research and product development, and nurtures leaders for the multi-billion-dollar global sports economy — leveraging Meerut’s unique position as an international centre for sports goods manufacturing.
  • Mission The Centre of Excellence aims to bridge academia, industry, and innovation by equipping students, professionals, and entrepreneurs with advanced skills in sports business, technology, analytics, product design, and management, while catalyzing India’s leadership in the global sports ecosystem.