AIC T-Hub Semiconductor Program
Where Semiconductors Transform Silicon into Innovation

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About the Program

The AIC T-Hub Semiconductor Accelerator – Cohort 4 is a sector-specific program dedicated to empowering electronics and semiconductor startups with a PoC /  MVP and beyond.

The program provides startups with access to MPW shuttle services, semiconductor foundries, EDA software tools, evaluation platforms, and expert mentorship from serial entrepreneurs and research institutions. Founders will gain market access, government linkages with ISM & MeitY, industry collaborations, funding opportunities, and support to scale semiconductor innovations from concept to market.

Hosted by AIC T-Hub Foundation – a joint initiative of Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, and T-Hub – India’s leading innovation hub, this cohort is designed to build a robust semiconductor ecosystem and accelerate India’s journey toward self-reliance in the semiconductor sector.
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Program Benefits

Expert Mentorship
Leverage access to MPW (Multi Project Wafer) shuttle to prototype pre-production concepts of semiconductors, verify IP, and characterize device performance with a low-cost, fast feedback loop
Expert Mentorship
Gain access to Semiconductor foundries and assembly houses to manufacture your IC prototypes, test, and simulate
Expert Mentorship
Get access to EDA software tools for VLSI front and back-end development, embedded systems, PCB designs, as well as evaluation platforms to design, validate, and simulate fabless designs in collaboration with CITD
Expert Mentorship
Collaborate with elite mentors and researchers from top institutes like CITD and iCreate
Expert Mentorship
Connect with industrial experts to solve semicon tech issues, get market guidance, and get a co-innovation pilot or POC
Expert Mentorship
Gain Government connections with Indian Semiconductor Mission (ISM), MEITY for quick compliance, certification, and testing to seamlessly go to market.
Expert Mentorship
Partner with universities and research bodies to provide access and co-innovate on technology, and research
Expert Mentorship
Leverage access to MPW (Multi Project Wafer) shuttle to prototype pre-production concepts of semiconductors, verify IP, and characterize device performance with a low-cost, fast feedback loop
Expert Mentorship
Network with investment networks, HNIs, and banks for debt or equity financing to access capital needs and invest on product and scale via T-Fund, SISF, Meity, Indian Angel Network, ISM, and global investor pool at T-Hub

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T-Hub Ecosystem Benefits

Sectoral Focus Areas

Defence
Industry
4.0
Automotive
Telecommunication
Space
Technology
Electronics
AI Hardware
Quantum
Hardware

Who can apply

Stage of the startup: POC/ MVP
Company incorporation: Any incorporated company

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Program Structure

> Startup Analysis  

> Company Overview: Structure, Management team & roles, Board

> Business Model Overview

> Milestone identification

>> Series of workshops by Subject matter experts

> Coding for performance in VLSI systems
> Developing VLSI System on Chip ICs
> Chip design verification & test: Best practices
> Semiconductor materials for IC design
> Semiconductor manufacturing overview
> Chip assembly and packaging

>> Series of group sessions by Business specialists

> Performance Marketing
> Investment Readiness
> Product Positioning & Branding
> Exclusive 1:1 problem solving by mentor weekly
> Progress reporting against predetermined Milestones


>> Discussions by Guest Speakers in the following areas

> Govt Initiatives and Incentives

> Global Semiconductors Markets & Analytics

> Building Next-generation Chips

> Govt/Corp interventions for market pilots

> Grants/ Financial Aid from Govt groups

> Networking with Semiconductor leaders/influencers

Program Fees and Time commitment

Program Fee: INR 50,000 + GST
Time Commitment: Minimum 4+ Hours Per Week

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Mentors

Impact Metrics

29+

Number of Startups

35+

Pilots Deployed

43.93+ cr

Cumulative Investment Raised

40.29+ cr

Cumulative Grants Raised

22.89+ cr

Worth of Orders

10+

Chips Tapped Out

5+

Chips Fabricated

Semicon Startups

Cohort-1

Cohort-2

Cohort-3

Timelines

6 Jan 2024
Aplications closure
Selections for Cohort
Jan 2024
Feb 2024
Cohort Launch
Demo Day
March 2024

Founder Talks

Our Startup Success Stories

Frequently Asked Questions

What stage of the startup are you looking for?

MVP-ready startups with traction are the best fit for the program.
Startups are selected based on Product, Traction, Market cap, and MRR.

What is the program fee?

The program fee is Rs 50,000 + GST

Does the startup have to be registered and/or in Telangana?

No. The program is open to startups across India.

Is the program on-campus? Do I have to shift to T-Hub for the duration of the program?

No. The program is held in the Hybrid model. Most aspects of the program are virtual. You need to attend the launch and closure events along with any networking events in person.

What if I have more questions regarding the program?

Email:  nikhitha.yelavarthi@t-hub.co

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