Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) 2026 — 10,000 Atal Tinkering Labs + Startup Support | aim.gov.in

What is Atal Innovation Mission?

Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), established in 2016 under NITI Aayog, is India's flagship initiative to foster innovation and entrepreneurship. Key programmes: Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL) — Rs 20 lakh per school for STEM problem-solving in 10,000 schools; Atal Incubation Centres (AIC) — Rs 10 crore grant to set up startup incubators; Atal New India Challenges (ANIC) — grant up to Rs 1 crore for technology solutions to national problems; Atal Community Innovation Centres (ACIC) — innovation centres in Tier 2/3 cities. Over 10,000 ATLs operational.

Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries receive ATL: Rs 20 lakh per school; AIC: Rs 10 crore startup incubator grant; ANIC: up to Rs 1 crore technology challenge grant. The scheme was launched in 2016 and is implemented by the Government of India.

Who is Eligible for Atal Innovation Mission?

• ✓ATL: Government or aided schools (Class 6-12), with required infrastructure and teacher commitment
• ✓AIC: Academic institutions, R&D organizations, or industry bodies with experience in incubation
• ✓ANIC: Indian startups, MSMEs, individuals, research institutions with validated technology solutions

Documents Required for Atal Innovation Mission

How to Apply for Atal Innovation Mission Online?

1. 1Visit the official portal at https://aim.gov.in
2. 2Click on Apply Now or Register button on the homepage
3. 3Enter your Aadhaar-linked mobile number and verify OTP
4. 4Fill in the online application form with required details
5. 5Upload the required documents including Aadhaar and bank passbook
6. 6Review all details and submit the application
7. 7Note down the application reference number for future tracking
8. 8Wait for verification and approval from the concerned authority

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