Introduction
The National Incubation Centre, UAF Faisalabad offers a comprehensive, structured and results-oriented program for startups. The curriculum and methodology has been carefully crafted based on global best practices and local needs.
Unlike most short incubation programs, NICF offers support and services for a year-long resident program. This includes access to aesthetically designed co-working spaces, meeting rooms, cafe, recreational facilities, dedicated broadband, the Founder Institute curriculum (and company building assignments), top mentors, dedicated coaches for each startup, specialized training and the opportunity to pitch to national & international investors. Our unique global partner network offers NIC startups access to global mentors, investors, and programs.
The duration allowed for each startup incubated at NIC Faisalabad is 12 months, extendable to another three (03) months or more on case-to-case basis. During one incubation cycle, each incubatee will go through three key phases: i. Hatchery (2 months), ii. Incubation (4 months) , iii. Plus (6 months). NIC Faisalabad incubated total of 25 Startups through a competitive selection process.
- Hatchery
The goal of the hatchery phase is to prepare our startups to fully benefit from the NIC experience.
- Incubation
Helping build great companies with world-class mentoring, curriculum & facilities.
- Plus
Providing that special NICF edge to help achieve growth and scale through optimisation & access to global networks of mentors & investors. Networking and Linkages.
- Networking and Linkages
From finding the right customer or supplier to building the strong network of national & global mentors and investors, we support you at every step.
- Investments & Post Incubation Support
NICF provides opportunities to pitch right investor at the annual investor conference after going through our specialized investment boot camp. Even after you graduate from NICF, you can count on us for supporting you and your startup.
- Agri Tech Startups
Agricultural activities are rapidly moving away from manual labor work to digital and robotic solutions. The Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and devices continuously collect farm data and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms analyze them to offer valuable insights into soil and crop conditions, as well as improve overall operations and efficiency. Similarly, Integrated farm and dairy management solutions also offer significant benefits for disease control and high-quality produce. Aerial surveying and mapping using satellites and drones further improve land mapping and production choices. There are multiple opportunities for Agritech startups to create value from Farm to Market. This year NICF Incubated 30 Agritech Startups.