Runway Incubator, UPES's start-up incubator under the UPES Council for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, was launched in 2021. It runs an 8–10 week blended (online and offline) incubation programme with mentoring, legal and incorporation support, workspace, access to labs and funding opportunities.
Runway is recognised by the Government of Uttarakhand and is a nodal agency of Startup Uttarakhand, acting as the first-level screening agency for start-ups seeking state recognition. It works with partners including the Indian Angel Network, TiE Dehradun, IIT Ropar and Zoho, which gives start-ups access to technology credits.
Runway has supported more than 250 start-ups since 2021 and deployed more than ₹20 crore in funding to its portfolio.
An open door for founders from Dehradun and across Uttarakhand.
