Partners & Collaborators
NERVE is backed by a strong ecosystem of government bodies, global technology leaders, academic institutions, and industry associations committed to building India's AI innovation 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
Government Partners
NERVE is backed by the highest levels of government support, ensuring policy alignment, regulatory facilitation, and institutional credibility.
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)
Government of IndiaMeitY is the nodal ministry responsible for promoting growth of the electronics, IT, and digital economy sectors. It drives initiatives in digital governance, innovation, R&D, emerging technologies, cybersecurity, semiconductor ecosystem development, and startup promotion.
Government of Maharashtra
State GovernmentThe Government of Maharashtra plays a pivotal role in promoting innovation, entrepreneurship, industrial development, and technology adoption. Through various policies and ecosystem partnerships, it supports startups, MSMEs, research institutions, and emerging technology ventures.
Software Technology Parks of India
STPI – Under MeitYSTPI is an organization under MeitY dedicated to promoting the IT/ITES industry, innovation, and entrepreneurship. STPI drives startup growth through incubation, Centres of Entrepreneurship, and ecosystem-building initiatives nationwide.
Industry & Technology Partners
Global technology leaders providing cutting-edge tools, platforms, and industry expertise to accelerate startup innovation.
Persistent Systems Limited
Global Technology & Digital EngineeringPersistent Systems is a global technology services and digital engineering company delivering solutions in software development, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, enterprise modernization, and digital transformation. The company collaborates with enterprises and innovators to accelerate technology-led growth.
Infocepts Technologies Private Limited
Global Data & AI SolutionsInfocepts is a global data and AI solutions company specializing in analytics, artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, and digital transformation. The company helps organizations leverage data-driven insights to improve decision-making, operational efficiency, and business outcomes.
Konverge AI
Decision Science & AI SolutionsKonverge AI is a pure -play decision science firm pioneering the integration of data , Agentic AI and Generative AI to create cutting -edge AI products & solutions. Our mission is to empower businesses by providing the tools and expertise needed to thrive in the transformative age of AI .
Academic Partners
Premier academic institutions providing research collaboration, talent pipeline, and innovation-driven knowledge support.
Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT)
Nagpur – Institute of National ImportanceVNIT Nagpur is an Institute of National Importance renowned for engineering, science, and technology education. The institute contributes significantly to research, innovation, product development, entrepreneurship, and industry collaboration across diverse technology domains.
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur
Premier Management InstitutionIIM Nagpur is a premier management institution focused on excellence in education, research, leadership development, and entrepreneurship. The institute nurtures future business leaders through industry-oriented programs, innovation initiatives, startup engagement, and management research.
Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Nagpur
Institute of National ImportanceIIIT Nagpur is an Institute of National Importance dedicated to education, research, and innovation in information technology, artificial intelligence, data science, and emerging digital technologies. The institute actively promotes industry collaboration, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven problem solving.
Industry Association Partners
Industry bodies connecting NERVE startups with established businesses, networks, and market opportunities across Vidarbha and beyond.
The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Mumbai
Entrepreneurship NetworkTiE Mumbai is one of India's most active entrepreneurial chapters, promoting innovation and startup growth through mentorship, investor engagement, networking events, accelerator programs, and knowledge-sharing initiatives. It plays a significant role in strengthening the startup ecosystem across Maharashtra and beyond.
The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Nagpur
Entrepreneurship NetworkTiE Nagpur is a leading entrepreneurial network dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, education, funding opportunities, and ecosystem development. It supports startups, innovators, and aspiring entrepreneurs by connecting them with industry leaders, investors, and experienced mentors.
Domain / Knowledge Partners
Specialized domain institutions providing sector-specific expertise, research facilities, and real-world problem statements across NERVE's focus areas.
Dr. Panjabrao Deshmukh Krishi Vidyapeeth, Akola
Agriculture – PDKVPDKV is a leading agricultural university dedicated to education, research, and extension services in agriculture and allied sectors. The university contributes significantly to crop improvement, sustainable farming practices, agri-innovation, and rural development across the Vidarbha region.
All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Nagpur
Institute of National ImportanceAIIMS Nagpur is an Institute of National Importance established under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India. The institute focuses on advanced medical education, research, innovation, and quality healthcare delivery while strengthening healthcare infrastructure and medical research capabilities in Central India.
CSIR-NEERI
Environmental Science & EngineeringCSIR-NEERI is a premier research institution under the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), dedicated to environmental science and engineering. Based in Nagpur, NEERI conducts research in pollution control, environmental sustainability, water management, climate resilience, and public health solutions.
MOIL Limited, Nagpur
Manganese Ore – Government of India EnterpriseMOIL Limited is a leading public sector enterprise and the largest producer of manganese ore in India. Headquartered in Nagpur, MOIL operates mines across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh, playing a vital role in the country's steel and industrial manufacturing ecosystem.
Venture Partners
NERVE is backed by leading venture capital firms, providing essential funding, expertise, and network support for innovative startups and emerging technologies.
Celesta Capital
Venture Capital FirmCelesta Capital Founded in 2013 by seasoned technology industry leaders, Celesta Capital is a global deep tech venture capital firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, having offices in Bengaluru, India.
Seafund
Venture Capital FirmSeafund is an India, SEBI-registered Category Alternate Investment Fund (AIF) technology fund, having both Category I and II funds, with Deeptech as one of its underlying themes and has been making deeptech investments since 2018.
SilverX Fund
Venture Capital FirmSilverX Fund is a SEBI Registered Category II AIF based out of Hyderabad having a corpus of INR 800Crore with focus to invest in deep-tech and native AI sectors.
Become a NERVE Partner
Join our growing ecosystem of government bodies, technology leaders, academic institutions, and industry associations. Together, we can build India's most impactful AI innovation hub in Central India.