The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (DoEI) at SRM University-AP serves as a pivotal platform fostering collaboration among the three key pillars of a progressive society — Government, Industry, and Academia. Through this strategic synergy, the Directorate aims to cultivate a robust innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem that empowers students to become self-reliant leaders and contributors to national development, in alignment with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The Directorate’s primary objective is to develop leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurial competencies among students, enabling them to transform ideas into viable solutions and enterprises. To facilitate this, DoEI provides a comprehensive ecosystem of support through:
- Seed Funding and Incubation Facilities to nurture and accelerate promising innovations.
- Mentorship and Advisory Support from experienced entrepreneurs, industry experts, and academicians.
- Networking Opportunities with investors, ecosystem enablers, and startup communities.
- Workshops, Bootcamps, and Competitions that encourage experiential learning and innovation-driven problem solving.
Beyond the campus, the Directorate extends its impact by collaborating with external institutions, entrepreneurship cells, and community organizations to promote knowledge sharing, capacity building, and collective growth. This outward-facing approach reinforces the belief that sustainable development is achieved through collaboration and societal participation, rather than in isolation.
Guided by this philosophy, the Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation continues to drive initiatives that inspire students to innovate, lead, and contribute meaningfully to the nation’s progress, thereby positioning SRM University-AP as a catalyst for entrepreneurial excellence and societal transformation.
SRM University - AP
About Our Vision & Our Mission
At SRM University AP, our vision and mission are at the heart of everything we do. We envision a world where education empowers individuals to become leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Our mission is to provide students with not just academic knowledge, but the skills, creativity, and ethical grounding needed to thrive in the modern world.
Our Vision
To cultivate a vibrant, collaborative, and future-ready entrepreneurial ecosystem that empowers students to become innovative, self-reliant leaders driving societal progress and national development in alignment with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Our Mission
To develop leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurial competencies among students by transforming ideas into scalable solutions and sustainable ventures. To provide holistic support through seed funding, incubation facilities, mentorship, and industry - academia - government collaborations. To create strong networks with investors, ecosystem enablers, and startup communities to enhance opportunities for student-led innovations. To promote experiential learning through workshops, bootcamps, competitions, and capacity - building programs. To extend impact beyond the campus through partnerships with external institutions, E-cells, and community organizations, fostering shared growth and societal development.
Why Choose DoEI?
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (DoEI) at SRM University–AP is the gateway for students aspiring to innovate, build, and lead. With a seamlessly integrated ecosystem that brings together industry, academia, and government, DoEI offers the ideal environment to transform ideas into impactful solutions.
DoEI provides end-to-end support through seed funding, state-of-the-art incubation facilities, expert mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities. Students gain access to workshops, bootcamps, hackathons, and networking platforms that foster real-world problem-solving and startup creation.
Through strong collaborations with investors, ecosystem partners, and external institutions, DoEI ensures unparalleled exposure and growth pathways for aspiring entrepreneurs. Its mission aligns with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, empowering students to become self-reliant innovators, leaders, and change-makers.
Choose our Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation to explore your potential, launch impactful ventures, and be part of a vibrant community shaping the future of entrepreneurship and innovation.
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