A national call for Expression of Interest
(EoI) for startups under the Ayurvedic Sciences Incubation Centre (ASIC) at its
Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Bengaluru, has been announced by Central
Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush. Established
under the Ministry’s flagship scheme —Startup Incubation through Ayush
Institutions— ASIC aims to nurture cutting-edge entrepreneurial ventures in
Ayurveda through structured mentorship, funding support, and regulatory
facilitation.
SIC is envisioned as a catalyst for
innovation-driven growth in the Ayush sector, offering a vibrant ecosystem that
connects entrepreneurs with researchers, investors, industry leaders, and
policymakers. The initiative seeks to promote research-based product
development, commercialisation of novel Ayurvedic solutions, and
industry–academia collaboration to position India as a global leader in
evidence-based traditional medicine.
How to Apply: Interested applicants can
complete the incubation application through a simple three-step process. First,
register on the portal using basic details and an official email ID for faster
verification. Next, log in to the dashboard, verify your email, and complete
your profile by providing details about your team, product idea, and stage of
development. Finally, fill in the incubation application form with information
on the problem statement, proposed solution, and required documents. Applicants
may save and submit a draft before final submission.
The last date for submission of
applications is 25 March 2026, and those interested can apply
online at: https://ASIC.ccras.org.in
Union Minister of State (Independent
Charge), Ministry of Ayush Prataprao
Jadhav said, “The Ayurvedic Sciences Incubation Centre at CARI,
Bengaluru, will empower young innovators to translate classical knowledge into
contemporary healthcare solutions, strengthening India’s emergence as a global
hub for integrative healthcare.”
“ASIC reflects the focus of the Government of
India on building a robust startup ecosystem within the Ayush sector. By
providing scientific mentorship, financial guidance, and regulatory support, we
aim to accelerate the development of high-quality, research-backed Ayurveda
products and services that meet global standards,” said Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of
Ayush,
