Welcome To
Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society
Pilani Innovation & Entrepreneurship Development Society (PIEDS) is an autonomous not for profit society registered in 2013 under The Rajasthan Societies Registration Act, 1958.
PIEDS nurtures innovation-driven startups by providing incubation support, mentorship, access to investors, technical expertise, and networking opportunities. With the strong academic and research ecosystem of BITS Pilani, it serves as a hub for fostering entrepreneurship, empowering students, alumni, and external entrepreneurs to transform ideas into scalable ventures.
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Explore Our Comprehensive
Range of Services
Acceleration Programs
Our tailored programs provide entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, and funding needed to transform innovative ideas into successful businesses, fostering growth and sustainability in a competitive market.
Mentorship & Expert Guidance
Our seasoned mentors offer personalized support and industry insights, empowering startups to navigate challenges, refine their strategies, and accelerate their growth trajectory.
Co-working Space & Infrastructure
We provide a dynamic co-working environment equipped with modern facilities and collaborative spaces, fostering creativity and connectivity among startups and entrepreneurs.
Networking & Industry Connects
Our programs facilitate valuable networking opportunities and industry connections, enabling startups to build relationships, share knowledge, and access potential partnerships for growth and success.
Investor Access & Pitch Opportunities
Our tailored programs provide entrepreneurs with the resources, mentorship, and funding needed to transform innovative ideas into successful businesses, fostering growth and sustainability in a competitive market.
Government Grant & Scheme Support
We assist startups in navigating and applying for government grants and schemes, ensuring they leverage available resources to fuel their growth and innovation.
Fueling Innovation
Explore Our Flagship Schemes
At PIEDS, BITS Pilani, we design flagship schemes that nurture entrepreneurs across every stage of their journey. These programs combine structured mentorship, funding support, and growth opportunities with the implementation of key government schemes. By integrating institutional expertise with national initiatives, we ensure startups gain the right resources to scale and succeed.
TIDE 2.0
PIEDS TIDE 2.0 scheme offers up to ₹7 lakh funding and incubation for early-stage startups in AI, IoT, Blockchain, Robotics, AR/VR, and Fintech.
WFB
The Womenpreneurs for Bharat (WFB) program aims at supporting ideas and early-stage women-led startups building for Tier 2/3/4 City.
NIDHI EIR
NIDHI-EIR program at PIEDS offers up to ₹3.6 lakh fellowships, mentorship, and support for innovators to transform research ideas into successful startups.
NIDHI SSS
The NIDHI Seed Support System supports Indian startups with up to ₹1 crore equity funding, expert mentorship, and access to the BITS Pilani startup ecosystem to accelerate product trials, market entry, and commercialization.
NIDHI PRAYAS
NIDHI PRAYAS at PIEDS offers up to ₹10 lakh grants, mentorship, lab access, and IP support for early-stage hardware startups in emerging technologies.
Genesis
GENESIS EiR at PIEDS supports Tier II/III founders with up to ₹10 lakh funding, mentorship, and incubation to build and validate technology-driven startup ideas.
Samridh
SAMRIDH Accelerator by MeitY offers up to ₹40 lakh investment, mentorship, and growth support to scale tech startups in AI/ML, IoT, Blockchain, and emerging technologies.
SISFS
Startup India Seed Fund at PIEDS offers up to ₹50 lakh funding for prototype development, proof-of-concept, market entry, and commercialization of innovative startup solutions.
Samvardhan
Samvardhan is a 6-month healthcare hardware accelerator offering ₹10 lakh funding, design mentorship, and BIRAC-backed support to scale prototypes into market-ready products.
FinXcelerator
FinXcelerator is an equity-free, 2-month accelerator program by RBIH, BITS Pilani, and ICICI Bank, designed to help growth-stage fintech startups scale their businesses.
Ignite
IGNITE is a premier startup pitching competition organized by PIEDS at BITS Pilani, designed for early-stage startups to present their ideas and seek funding from investors.
Sustainability Accelerator
PIEDS x Susmafia Sustainability Accelerator is a 6-month program offering ₹10 lakh funding, mentorship, and industry access for early-stage climate and sustainability startups.
Womenpreneur For Bharat
Womenpreneurs for Bharat empowers women-led startups with up to ₹15 lakh funding, mentorship, incubation, and strategic support to drive inclusive innovation in smaller Indian cities.
Saksham
Saksham supports women-led startups with mentorship, incubation, infrastructure, and grants up to ₹10 lakh to foster entrepreneurship and innovation in smaller Indian regions.
Navonmesh Protsahan Spardha
MSDE and PIEDS launched Navonmesh Protsahan Spardha to convert NSTI skills into startups through mentorship.
Srishti
Hardware Prototyping EiR at BITS Pilani offers grants, mentorship, labs, and funding support for innovators building solutions in robotics, EVs, renewable energy, and related sectors.
Alumni Startup Seed Fund
Funding support of ₹5–10 lakhs available for BITSian founders to help build, launch, and scale innovative startup ideas into successful ventures.
Mookerji Innovation Fund
The Mookerji Innovation Fund, managed by Pilani Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Society, offers ₹5–50 lakh equity funding and mentorship from Silicon Road Ventures for startups with at least one BITSian co-founder.
Smt. Rajkumari Jain Seed Fund for Innovation
Rajkumari Jain Seed Fund supports BITS Pilani startups with up to ₹50 lakh funding for innovation sectors.
NIDHI Accelerator
NIDHI Accelerator at PIEDS helps high-potential startups scale through mentorship, funding, networking, and strategic support in deep-tech and health-tech sectors.
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