Entrepreneurship and Startup Training Program 2026

Introduction
The India Space Academy (ISA) is pleased to announce the commencement of its Entrepreneurship and Startup Training Program 2026 aims to develop entrepreneurial skills, innovative thinking, and leadership abilities among students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. The program is designed to provide practical exposure to start-up development, business planning, market analysis, branding, financial management, and funding opportunities. Participants will interact with industry experts, start-up founders, and mentors through engaging sessions, workshops, and case studies. The training also highlights government initiatives such as Start-up India and MSME support schemes, encouraging participants to explore self-employment and innovation-driven ventures. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical learning, the program helps individuals understand the complete start-up journey from idea generation to business execution. The initiative seeks to create a strong entrepreneurial mind-set and inspire young innovators to contribute to India’s rapidly growing start-up ecosystem and vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.


Raman Research and Innovation
Raman Research and Innovation is working on cutting-edge research and innovation in the domains of space technology, robotics, IoT, and AI solutions, with a vision to develop advanced indigenous technologies in India. Its educational initiative, Wegyanik, is recognized for promoting space, robotics, and AI education, and has successfully educated and inspired more than 10,000 students across India.


Duration
The training will run for 3 weeks (2 Week Classes + 1 Week Project), schedule from 2nd July 2026 to 23th July 2026.


Training Content

  • Day 1 — Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Day 2 — Start-up Mind-set (Problem Identification & Idea Generation)
  • Day 3 — Design Thinking & Innovation
  • Day 4 — IPR (Market Research & Validation)
  • Day 5 — MVP Development & Product Planning
  • Day 6 — Business Model & Revenue Strategy
  • Day 7 — Branding, Marketing & Personal Branding
  • Day 8 — Govt. Funding & Incubation Support
  • Day 9 — Team Building, Leadership & Start-up Operations
  • Day 10 — Investor Interaction & Market Understanding
  • Day 11 — Case Study Session – Start-up Success & Failure Stories
  • Day 12 — Entrepreneur Interaction

Eligibility Criteria

The Entrepreneurship and Start-up Training Program is designed to accommodate a diverse group of participants who aspire to build entrepreneurial and leadership skills. The program is open to:
  • Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and PhD students from any academic discipline.
  • Aspiring entrepreneurs, start-up enthusiasts, and innovators.
  • Research scholars and academic faculty members interested in entrepreneurship and innovation management.
  • Working professionals from Government, Private, and Corporate sectors seeking start-up and business development knowledge.
  • Individuals interested in business leadership, digital entrepreneurship, and self-employment opportunities.

Conduction Plan
The training will be delivered fully online, ensuring flexible access for participants nationwide. A WhatsApp announcement group will be created for real-time official updates. Every participant will receive access to a Learning Management System (LMS) with lecture recordings, resources, and individual details. The training schedule will be announced in advance. Attendance will be recorded for every session.


Certification

Participants who successfully complete the training program and project evaluation and also the assigned activities will receive:
  • Certificate of Training.
  • Project Completion Certificate.
  • Letter of Recommendation (for outstanding performers).

Fee Structure
The participation fee for the Entrepreneurship and Start-up Training Program conducted by India Space Academy is ₹1,250/- only per participant.

Please Note: The training fee is non-refundable.


How to Register

  • Registration Link: https://training.isa.ac.in/entrepreneurship
  • Registration Start Date: 26th May 2026
  • Registration End Date: 27th June 2026 till 11:55 pm

Core Specializations

Participants are invited to explore the following major areas under the Entrepreneurship and Start-up Training Program:
  • Start-up Development & Business Planning: Learn the fundamentals of transforming innovative ideas into successful business models through start-up strategy, business planning, market research, and revenue generation techniques.
  • Innovation, Leadership & Entrepreneurial Skills: Develop essential entrepreneurial qualities including leadership, problem-solving, communication, decision-making, teamwork, and creative thinking required for building and managing start-ups.
  • Digital Marketing & Brand Building: Gain practical knowledge of digital branding, social media marketing, content strategy, customer engagement, and online business growth techniques for modern start-ups.
  • Funding, MSME & Start-up Ecosystem: Understand investment opportunities, government start-up initiatives, MSME schemes, Start-up India policies, financial planning, and funding strategies for emerging entrepreneurs.
  • Project Development & Mentorship: Work on real-world start-up ideas and business projects under the guidance of industry experts, entrepreneurs, and business mentors through interactive workshops and case studies.

Program Architecture

The curriculum is structured in two distinct phases to ensure a balanced combination of theoretical understanding and practical implementation.
  • Phase I: Entrepreneurship & Start-up Training a comprehensive training module comprising expert lectures, interactive workshops, and practical sessions on start-up ideation, business planning, leadership development, digital marketing, branding, financial management, innovation strategies, and government start-up initiatives such as Start-up India and MSME schemes. Sessions will be conducted by industry experts, entrepreneurs, start-up mentors, and business professionals.
  • Phase II: Project Development & Start-up Execution following the instructional phase, participants will work on start-up-oriented projects, business model creation, and case studies under mentorship guidance. Participants will develop and present innovative business ideas, conduct market analysis, and prepare start-up execution strategies to gain practical entrepreneurial exposure and real-world problem-solving experience.