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About NERVE CoE
NERVE (NextGen Ecosystem for Research, Ventures & Entrepreneurship) - A CoE in NextGen Intelligent Solutions for Core Sector by STPI.
NERVE, a Centre of Entrepreneurship (CoE) in NextGen Intelligent Solutions for Core Sectors is an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics Information Technology (MeitY) Government of India, Software Technology Parks of India (STPI), and Government of Maharashtra, aimed at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in AI across emerging sectors such as HealthTech, AgriTech, Forestry Environment, Mining and other emerging sectors. The objective of NERVE CoE is to create a conducive ecosystem for startups innovators by providing ready workspace, domain-specific labs, GPU computing infrastructure, mentoring, training for industry-relevant courses, funding support, market linkages, IPR/Patenting, legal, and accounting support.
NERVE CoE is being established at STPI Nagpur (Plot No. 3, IT Park, Parsodi, Nagpur) with a state-of-the-art incubation facility spread across 10,000 sq. ft. The Centre will offer ready-to-use incubation space, high-speed internet connectivity, meeting and conference facilities, AI/GPU computing infrastructure, and innovation support facilities for startups and entrepreneurs working on next-generation intelligent solutions.
CoE Focus Areas
NERVE CoE drives innovation across four high-impact sectors critical to Vidarbha's growth — leveraging technology to solve real-world challenges in agriculture, healthcare, environment, mining and other emerging sectors.
Agriculture
Build AI-powered AgriTech solutions for crop monitoring, smart irrigation, weather forecasting, pest detection, soil health analysis, and market intelligence to address key farming challenges in Vidarbha.
Collaborate with leading agricultural institutions such as Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth (PDKV), Akola and leverage Nagpur's growing AgriTech and research ecosystem to create scalable innovations that improve productivity, sustainability, and farmer incomes.
Partners & Collaborators
NERVE is backed by a strong ecosystem of government bodies, global technology leaders, academic institutions, industry & industry associations committed to building India's AI future.
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Government Bodies
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Industry & Technology Partners
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Academic Institutions
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Industry Associations
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Domain & Knowledge Partners
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Venture Partners
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology
Government of Maharashtra
Software Technology Parks of India
Persistent Systems
Infocepts
Konverge AI
VNIT Nagpur
IIM Nagpur
IIIT Nagpur
TiE Mumbai
TiE Nagpur
Dr. Panjabhrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidhyapith
AIIMS Nagpur
NEERI
MOIL Limited
Celesta Capital
Seafund
SilverX Fund
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology
Government of Maharashtra
Software Technology Parks of India
Persistent Systems
Infocepts
Konverge AI
VNIT Nagpur
IIM Nagpur
IIIT Nagpur
TiE Mumbai
TiE Nagpur
Dr. Panjabhrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidhyapith
AIIMS Nagpur
NEERI
MOIL Limited
Celesta Capital
Seafund
SilverX Fund
NERVE CoE Offerings
A comprehensive suite of support services designed to take your AI startup from idea to market.
Incubation Support
Physical and virtual co-incubation with access to labs, workspaces, and shared infrastructure.
Access to GPU Infrastructure
Access high-performance GPU infrastructure to accelerate AI model development testing and deployment.
Seed Fund Support
Funding support of up to ₹50 Lakhs along with access to relevant innovation challenges, funding opportunities, and connections with investors and funding agencies.
IP & Legal Support
Guidance on patents, IP filing, legal structuring, and compliance for AI startups.
Mentorship Network
Access to strong network of mentors, industry experts and domain specialists for guidance & growth.
Investor Connect
Facilitated introductions to angel investors, VCs, and government grant programs.
Global Exposure
Opportunities to participate in international exhibitions, conferences, and trade missions.
Bootcamp
Structured bootcamps covering product validation, business model development, unit economics, investor readiness, and venture capital engagement.