NEATEHUB

Welcome to NEATEHUB

We are a unique Agri Technology Business Incubator of Assam Agricultural University headquartered in AAU, Jorhat.

North East Agriculture Technology Entrepreneurs Hub – NEATEHUB

NEATEHUB is a unique Agri Technology Business Incubator of Assam Agricultural University headquartered in AAU, Jorhat. It was established as a separate Section-8 Company under the Indian Companies Act 2013 in 2018. Since its inception, the incubator has facilitated agri entrepreneurs of the Northeast Region across different stages of their entrepreneurial journey.

VISION : To be the leading Incubator and hub for nurturing innovation and entrepreneurship in the area of agri-technology and allied sectors in North East Region (NER) of India.

MISSION : To provide world class facilities for handholding and promotion of agri-businesses and entrepreneurship through collaborative and strategic partnerships that support innovative start-ups with seed capital assistance, business mentoring, training, commercialisation of technologies, conducive business-enabling eco-system, and provide ancillary services that may be required for creating successful entrepreneurs.

Startups incubated

Institutional Partnerships

K+

Job Created

Cr+

Grant-in aid funding

Dr. Bidyut Chandan Deka

Vice-Chancellor

We are proud to host a vibrant startup incubator that empowers young innovators, nurtures agri-entrepreneurship, and transforms ideas into impactful solutions—strengthening our commitment to sustainable agriculture and rural development across the region. Our incubator is a hub of innovation, empowering agri-startups with mentorship, funding, and support. It reflects our university’s commitment to driving entrepreneurship and rural transformation through science and technology.

Dr. Danish Tamuly

Director

NEATeHub is actively shaping the next generation of agri and allied-sector entrepreneurs in Northeast India by providing hands-on mentorship, funding support, and market access. As a leading incubator, it fosters innovation by nurturing startups with region-specific solutions—from sustainable farming practices to value-added products. By bridging the gap between research and enterprise, NEATeHub is driving rural transformation and building a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Northeast.

Dr. Luna Dutta Baruah

Director

NEATeHub is catalyzing a startup revolution in Northeast India by nurturing agri-innovators with tailored mentorship, prototype support, and market linkages. By fostering local talent and addressing regional challenges, it empowers youth to build impactful, scalable ventures. With strong ties to research institutions and government programs, NEATeHub is creating an ecosystem where entrepreneurship thrives, livelihoods grow, and sustainable development takes root in the heart of rural and agri-communities.

Dr. Ankur Das

Director

NEATeHub is transforming the entrepreneurial landscape of Northeast India by empowering startups in agriculture and allied sectors. Through structured incubation, access to government grants, expert mentorship, and business development support, it helps innovators turn ideas into scalable enterprises. By focusing on regionally relevant challenges and promoting grassroots innovation, NEATeHub is not only creating successful entrepreneurs but also contributing to sustainable livelihoods and inclusive growth across the region.

Dr. Bidyut Chandan Deka

Vice-Chancellor

Notifications

SIC for Cohort 8 completed
NEATEHUB SIC completed on 6th April, 2025

SIC completed for R-ABI, Pasighat
SIC for R-ABI Pasighat was successfully completed

NEATEHUB Director represents in AgTech Summit, Kolkata
Dr. Danish Tamuly, Director is a panelist in AgTech Summit

Vacancy Alert! - Hiring
NEATEHUB is looking for one (1) position to be filled up

Cohort 10 announced
NEATEHUB invites fresh applications for Cohotrt 10

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Recent Events

Selection and Investment Committee (SIC) screening done for startups

Prajwalita Neog

2025-04-07

Selection and Investment Committee (SIC) screening done for startups

Adv. Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Programme held

Partha Borthakur

2025-03-28

A-ESDP held in NEATEHUB, under MSME, Government of India

Entrepreneurship Development Programme held in KVKs

Partha Borthakur

2025-03-24

Entrepreneurship Development Programme (EAP) held

Services

NEATEHUB provides a comprehensive range of services to support its entrepreneurs, ensuring they have the necessary resources and guidance to succeed:

Business Mentoring

Guidance from experienced mentors helps entrepreneurs navigate the complexities of business development.

Funding

Financial support in the form of Grant-in-aid of upto Rs. 25 lakh is provided to startups. We have provided Rs. 7cr+ till now.

Marketing support

Assistance in market positioning and strategy enhances the visibility and reach of startups.

Co-working spaces

Physical spaces with the necessary infrastructure facilitate collaboration and productivity.

Technical expertise

Access to technical experts ensures that entrepreneurs can address challenges related to technology and innovation.

Market intelligence

We help startups gather market intelligence for effective scaling and fundraising.

Programmes for Start-Ups

NEATEHUB offers two distinctive and customized programmes, each uniquely designed to meet the specific needs of entrepreneurs at different stages of their ventures:

Isanya (Idea Stage):

This two-month residential programme is tailored for Start-Ups at the idea stage. It provides orientation, curation, and refinement of ideas, transforming them into viable products or services. Participants receive a stipend during the programme, which helps them focus entirely on developing their ideas. Startups in the Isanya program can receive grant-in-aid support of up to 5 lakhs, providing crucial financial assistance to help develop their ideas and giving a sense of financial security to the startups that need to focus on their ventures.

Saranya (Startup Stage)

The Saranya programme is aimed at early-stage and growth-stage startup companies. These startups, already registered as legal entities, benefit from mentoring, funding support, and resources necessary for scaling up their operations. This programme helps bridge the gap between developing ideas and successful businesses. The Saranya program offers substantial grant-in-aid funding up to 25 lakhs for startups, ensuring they have the financial resources to refine and nurture their innovative concepts, and providing a sense of financial security.

Student Ready Program

One of NEATEHUB's most promising initiatives is the "Navyam" program

It was launched to inspire and train students of Assam Agricultural University to pursue entrepreneurship in agriculture and allied fields. This program targets second-year undergraduates and encourages them to develop innovative solutions using intelligent technologies and validation services to address local community problems.

The program includes :