How to Apply for NITI Aayog Atal Innovation Mission 2026

About This Guide

Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) under NITI Aayog promotes innovation + entrepreneurship. Components: Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs - 10,000 schools), Atal Incubation Centers (AICs - 70+ incubators), Atal Community Innovation Centers (ACICs), Atal New India Challenge (grants up to ₹1 crore). Apply at aim.gov.in.

Eligibility Criteria

• ATL: Govt + private schools (CBSE/ICSE/state boards)
• AIC: Universities, accredited institutions
• ACIC: Tier 2/3 cities institutions
• Innovation grants: Startups + students
• Indian-registered entity

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

• Institution registration
• PAN
• GST (if applicable)
• Aadhaar (key persons)
• Project proposal
• Past project experience
• Financial statements
• Bank account
• Application Form

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Key Benefits

• ATL ₹20L for schools
• AIC ₹10 Cr for incubators
• ACIC ₹2.5 Cr
• Innovation Challenge ₹1-10 Cr
• Innovation ecosystem
• Govt + private partnerships
• Startup support
• Student STEM exposure
• National innovation hub
• NITI Aayog quality

What Happens After Application?

90-180 days approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

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