IIT Madras launches new school for budding entrepreneurs
IIT Madras just kicked off its brand-new School of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, aiming to help students and professionals turn their big tech ideas into real startups.
The school is rolling out courses like a minor, a Master's, and even a PhD in entrepreneurship.
There's also an "Entrepreneur-in-Residence" program for those looking to make the leap from industry to launching their own ventures.
Backed by a thriving startup ecosystem
This new school isn't starting from scratch—it's building on IIT Madras's already buzzing startup ecosystem, which has over 475 deep-tech startups valued at more than ₹50,000 crore.
These companies have created 11,000+ jobs and filed 700+ patents so far.
With extra mentorship, IP clinics for legal guidance, and new funding options on the way, the institute wants to make it even easier for young innovators to get started.