Innovation &
We offer a remarkable multifarious ecosystem in the field of innovation and entrepreneurship for students and faculty.
Research
Vertos from the field of Aerospace Engineering created a prototype of the Trainer/Pusher plane.
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13 of our faculty members have been ranked amongst the top 2% of scientists in the world by the prestigious Stanford University
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Students exhibit their technical side and designed an electric car model from scratch during the ‘RC Extreme – Drag it to the Last Limit’.
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250+Incubated Startups
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20 Cr.Corpus generated through VC’s
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4thin India under top innovative universities by WURI Ranking
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3 IncubatorsNidhi TBI, MSME HI, LPU Incubator
Startup Ecosystem at LPU
Pre-Incubation facility
The university's pre-incubation facility offers a supportive platform for budding entrepreneurs to explore and validate their business ideas. Through mentorship, workshops, and resources, it helps students transition from concept to a ready-for-incubation stage.
Incubation facility
The university's pre-incubation facility provides a nurturing environment where students can develop and refine their business ideas. It offers guidance, resources, and early-stage support to help aspiring entrepreneurs shape their concepts into potential startups.
Capacity building programme
Capacity Building Programme provides Credited and Non Credited courses. The university's entrepreneurship courses provide students with practical skills and knowledge to launch and manage successful startups. Through hands-on learning, mentorship, and industry exposure, these courses empower future business leaders.
Entrepreneurship Events
Visionaries Arena 2025
Visionaries’ Arena was an insightful event that brought together investors, government officials, and entrepreneurs from the startup ecosystem. Dr. Shweta Singh Founder CEO Ennoble IP, Mr. Rajesh Ranjan, Founder O2 Angel Network, Mr. Sainkupar Advisor to Government of Meghalaya shared valuable insights from their startup ecosystem, followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion on innovation, funding, and policy support.
The Founders: Beginners to Breakthrough
LPU’s Department of Entrepreneurship hosted “The Founders: Beginners to Breakthrough”, featuring Shark Tank India entrepreneurs. Speakers, including Ankush Barjata (Deeva), Vivek Krishna (Sukham), Sahil Manral & Dhruv (Rize), Himanshu Adlakha (Winston), and Anuj (Bucca Bucci), shared insights on overcoming challenges, scaling start-ups, and securing investments, inspiring students toward entrepreneurship.
Women Entrepreneurship Day
Lovely Professional University proudly commemorates Women Entrepreneurship Day with its alumna, Ms. Rimjhim Deka, Founder of Littlebox. Celebrate the spirit of innovation, resilience, and the extraordinary impact of women entrepreneurs with us.
IECON
LPU's Indian Entrepreneurship Conclave is a premier event that brings together visionary entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and aspiring business minds from across the nation. The conclave serves as a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and fostering innovation. Participants gain valuable insights into the latest trends in entrepreneurship, access to mentorship, and opportunities to connect with investors.
Ecosystem Enablers Meet
The Ecosystem Enablers Meet brought together key stakeholders to discuss the scope and growth of entrepreneurship at the university level. This dynamic gathering featured insightful dialogues on fostering an entrepreneurial culture within academic institutions, highlighting the critical role of universities in nurturing future innovators.
Chefpreneur
An innovative event dedicated to entrepreneurship in the hospitality industry, where aspiring chefs and hospitality professionals come together to explore business opportunities. The event features expert-led sessions, culinary workshops, and networking opportunities designed to inspire and equip participants with the skills needed to turn their culinary passion into successful ventures.
Scale Up Your Business Session by Ankur Warikoo
Ankur Warikoo's guest session at LPU was an inspiring and insightful event where he shared his entrepreneurial journey and valuable life lessons with students. He engaged the audience with his unique perspectives on success, failure, and personal growth, motivating them to embrace challenges and pursue their passions.
Start-A-Thon
Start-a-thon is an exhilarating event designed to help budding entrepreneurs refine and develop their business ideas. Participants engage in intensive workshops, mentorship sessions, and collaborative activities to transform their concepts into actionable plans. The event fosters a dynamic environment for networking and innovation.
Achievements
Product Launch of Student Startup Aersense
Aersense, a student-led startup dedicated to promoting cleaner and healthier environments, has launched its innovative air purifier on campus. Designed with advanced filtration technology and sleek design, the product focuses on improving indoor air quality while supporting sustainable living. This initiative reflects the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship among our students, inspiring others to create impactful solutions for everyday challenges.
Alumnus Honored with Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Inspiration Award 2025
Satya Shubham Rout, our proud alumnus and founder of One Design, received the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Inspiration Award for Successful Brand Strategies in Community Welfare and Progressive Brands. Honored by Indian actor Randeep Hooda, Satya was recognized for his impactful work with brands like Koraput Coffee and Braj Gopika Seva Mission, reflecting his dedication to social impact through innovative design.
Amartya, founder of Macbease
LPU student entrepreneur, was recently featured in Prabhat Khabar for his inspiring journey. His app, now connecting 10,000+ users with clubs, alumni, professors, and events, reflects the innovation and resilience nurtured at LPU.
Top 100 Startups to Top 100 Mentors in India
Our startup Chickelz and EcoBites has been recognised among the Top 100 Startups in India. They have been awarded a ?1 Lakh seed grant under the SHE Cohort 3.0 program by the Punjab State Council for Science & Technology. Adding to this achievement, LPU’s Department of Entrepreneurship & Startups MENTOR, was honored among the Top 100 Mentors in India for his outstanding guidance to emerging entrepreneurs.
LPU Alumnus Anirudh Sharma Shines in Forbes 30 Under 30 for Space Innovation
Lovely Professional University proudly celebrates the extraordinary achievement of Anirudh Sharma, B.Tech. CSE (Class of 2020) alumnus and Founder of Digantara, for earning a coveted spot in Forbes 30 Under 30. Leading groundbreaking advancements in space situational awareness, Digantara has secured an impressive $12.5 million in funding from top investors, solidifying its impact on the future of space technology.
PM Narendra Modi Applauds Digantara’s Groundbreaking Mission SCO
Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi has praised Digantara for its pioneering Mission SCOT, a revolutionary space surveillance satellite enhancing space situational awareness. Founded by Anirudh Sharma, B.Tech. CSE (Class of 2020) alumnus of LPU, Digantara is making remarkable strides in space technology, earning global recognition.
LPU Student Riddhima Dwivedi Secures ₹5 Crore Investment for Startup
Riddhima Dwivedi, a Clinical Pharmacology student and founder of the LPU-incubated startup Riddhima Chandan Media House Private Limited (RCMH Card), has secured a strategic investment of ₹5 Crore from Panoptic XYZ Arrow Private Limited. This outstanding achievement highlights LPU’s unwavering commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, empowering students to transform visionary ideas into impactful business ventures.
Kinghills Welcomes Suresh Raina as Brand Ambassador
LPU-incubated start-up Kinghills proudly announces renowned cricketer Suresh Raina as its Brand Ambassador. This collaboration highlights LPU’s entrepreneurial impact, driving innovation and inspiring success. Stay tuned for updates!
LPU Student Tanishq Upmanu Secures ₹1.2 Crore for Start-Up Kraizel Industries.
LPU-incubated start-up Kraizel Industries, founded by Tanishq Upmanu, a first-year B.Tech CSE student, has secured 1.2 crore funding from Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub
Foundation. The start-up specializes in drone technology, showcasing LPU's entrepreneurial ecosystem and dedication to fostering innovation.
LPU Student Rounak Adhikary Secures ₹1.7 Crore in Cloud Credits from Google Cloud for ProjectX
LPU student Rounak Adhikary’s startup, ProjectX, secures ₹1.7 crore in Google Cloud credits through the Google for Startups Program, showcasing his innovation and LPU’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurial excellence.
Riddhima Dwivedi Wins Women in Fintech Disruptor Award
LPU student Riddhima Dwivedi has been honored with the Women in Fintech Disruptor Award for her outstanding contributions to the fintech sector, showcasing the significant role of women entrepreneurs in shaping the future of technology and finance.
How LPU helps you start up
Capacity Building Programmes
The capacity building program focuses on enhancing students' entrepreneurial skills and capabilities. It offers targeted training, workshops, and resources designed to strengthen business acumen, leadership, and innovation. By equipping students with practical tools and knowledge, the program prepares them to effectively manage and scale their startups.
IdeaFest MSME Women Hackathon
IdeaFest MSME Women Hackathon empowers women-led startups by providing a platform for innovation, mentorship, and collaboration, fostering entrepreneurship and promoting sustainable business growth among women entrepreneurs.
LPU's Pitch Fest
LPU's Pitch Fest showcased the region's top startups, where entrepreneurs presented innovative ideas to investors, aiming to secure funding and accelerate their business growth.
Startup Awareness Program
Department of Entrepreneurship & Startup in collaboration with Startup Punjab, conducted a startup awareness program, inspiring students with insights, mentorship, and resources to kickstart their entrepreneurial journeys.
Event in Collaboration
An event in collaboration with IM Punjab and ISB Mohali aimed to inspire and motivate the startup ecosystem, offering insights, mentorship, and networking for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Design Thinking Workshop
Design Thinking Workshop tailored for LPU startups! Enhance your problem-solving skills, foster creativity, and learn innovative strategies to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level.
Teaching and Mentoring
Experienced faculty members and Business Coach offer personalized mentorship, guiding students through the complexities of business development, strategy, and innovation. Through hands-on projects, workshops, and real-world case studies, the department fosters a supportive learning environment that prepares students to tackle entrepreneurial challenges and succeed in their ventures.
Inspiring Growth with Every Conversation: Elevating startups through insightful mentor-mentee exchanges that spark progress.
Building Pathways to Success Together: Connecting aspiring entrepreneurs with seasoned mentors for meaningful guidance.
Unlocking Potential through Personalized Mentorship: Tailored advice to help entrepreneurs turn ideas into impactful ventures
Incubation Facilities
LPU has a dedicated environment designed to support early-stage startups, entrepreneurs, and small businesses as they develop their ideas and grow into successful enterprises.
Rolls Empire
Rolls Empire is a student-run kiosk located in the LIT Market, offering a wide variety of delicious rolls crafted with authentic taste and rich flavors. From classic favorites to unique combinations, Rolls Empire is redefining campus street food by bringing the true essence of flavorful rolls to every bite.
Bokki Tokki
Bokki Tokki is a student-run kiosk located in the LIT Market, proudly introducing the campus to its very first Korean food kiosk. Bokki Tokki is redefining campus food culture with a unique and exciting twist.
Business Center
The business center space at the university offers student startups a dedicated, resource-rich environment to operate and expand their ventures.
UniMall
The student-run outlets, shops, and café at the university's unimall offer a vibrant platform for students to gain real-world business experience and entrepreneurial skills.
Washing Basket
Washing Basket is a student-run startup dedicated to making laundry effortless and efficient. Located on campus, it offers convenient, affordable, and high-quality washing services designed to fit every student’s busy schedule. With a focus on cleanliness, care, and reliability, Washing Basket is redefining the way students experience laundry—bringing freshness, comfort, and convenience to every wash.
Startup Community
at LPU
IECON 2025
A dynamic three-day event celebrating entrepreneurship, investment, and innovation. Bringing together visionary entrepreneurs, top investors, and emerging startups, IECON 2025 fostered an ecosystem of collaboration, learning, and growth.
Entrepreneurship Awareness Rally
Entrepreneurship Awareness Rally brought together students and faculty, marching with enthusiasm and a shared vision of a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Here's to the future creators, innovators, and leaders!
Ecosystem Enablers Meet
We were honored to host the Ecosystem Enablers Meet, a landmark event bringing together key stakeholders from various esteemed organizations to discuss and shape the entrepreneurship ecosystem in #Punjab.
IECON’24
Amidst the magical aura of entrepreneurship and innovation, IECON’24 witnessed some inspirational and sensational startup pitching, phenomenal discussions and invaluable insights.
Envisioning India 2047
The Entrepreneurship Department presented a rally titled "Envisioning India 2047," gathering over 1000 innovative ideas for Viksit Bharat 2047. The initiative aims to shape India's future entrepreneurial landscape.
Our Collaborations
“Unlock the future of innovation with a powerful collaboration between industry leaders and university talent. Together, we drive entrepreneurship, fostering real-world solutions and dynamic growth.”
Glance at what our
Young Entrepreneurs have achieved
Onedesign
Digantara
Sesen Healthcare
SNarayan
King Hills
Macbease
Cafe 18o'5
Take-A-Break
Nutrifit
ShoeCommerce
Pink Parcel
What Our Incubated Startup
Founders Says About Us
Take-a-Break has been an incredible journey, and I couldn’t have done it without the support of LPU's Department of Entrepreneurship. With the latest PS5 and Xbox Series X games, we’ve created a space where gamers can connect, compete, and grow. I’m grateful for the support!
The Department of Entrepreneurship played a crucial role in Pink Parcel's growth by providing valuable resources and expert guidance. Their support helped us refine our business model, expand our market reach, and navigate the challenges of scaling.
We are immensely grateful to the Department of Entrepreneurship for their unwavering support in making Macbease a reality. Their guidance in promotion, incubation, and campus setup has been invaluable. The academic benefits and emotional encouragement has been crucial to our success.
Chickelz is immensely grateful to the Department of Entrepreneurship & Startups for their constant support and guidance. The department’s mentorship has played a vital role in turning our idea into a growing venture, enabling us to bring a unique and flavorful snacking experience through our chicken chips brand.
As the founder of Pi Pascal’s, I can confidently say that E-Cell LPU has been instrumental in our growth as an EdTech company. The access to industry experts, valuable resources, and skill-building workshops provided by E-Cell LPU have been a driving force in shaping our entrepreneurial journey and helping us make quality education more accessible.
Café 18o'5 is deeply thankful for the Department of Entrepreneurship & Startups dedicated support. Their expertise and commitment have been invaluable in our journey, and we're grateful for their continued contribution to our success.
