Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)

Igniting Innovation in Higher Education
In a rapidly evolving global economy, the foundation of national growth lies in creativity, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship. Recognizing this, the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, took a visionary step by establishing MoE’s Innovation Cell (MIC).
The Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), is systematically redefining the landscape of higher education by embedding a vibrant culture of innovation and entrepreneurship across campuses nationwide. Designed to catch brilliant minds during their most formative academic years, MIC provides the critical mentorship, platforms, and resources needed to transform raw student ideas into tangible, market-ready prototypes. To drive this vision locally, MIC spearheads the creation of Institution’s Innovation Councils (IICs) within selected higher education institution.

🏆 NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Asia-Pacific Institute of Management Honored for Innovation Excellence

We are proud to announce that the Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, South Delhi, has been officially recognized by the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), Government of India, for our outstanding commitment to establishing a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship on campus.

This prestigious milestone celebrates the formal establishment and launch of our Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) in full alignment with the national standards of the Ministry of Education.

Driving the Future of Entrepreneurship

By establishing the IIC, Asia-Pacific Institute of Management joins an elite network of institutions dedicated to serving as a catalyst for creative disruption. Our campus ecosystem is geared toward driving:

High-Impact Innovation & Research to bridge the gap between academic theory and real-world business challenges.
Ideation & Problem-Solving Bootcamps designed to nurture advanced strategic thinking and turn visionary concepts into viable ventures.
Leadership & Entrepreneurial Initiatives cultivating a powerhouse mindset among students and faculty alike.

Official Certification Details

Recognized By: Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, Government of India
Council ID: IC202216961
Certificate No: 6519
AISHE Code: S-53
Date of Issuance: September 21, 2022

At the Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, we aren’t just educating the corporate leaders of tomorrow—we are nurturing the next generation of global innovators and job creators.

Institutional Recognition under NIPAM

As part of its continuous efforts to strengthen the culture of innovation, research, and entrepreneurship, the institute actively participated in the National Intellectual Property Awareness Mission (NIPAM), an initiative of the Government of India. Through various awareness programs and knowledge-sharing activities, the institute contributed significantly to promoting the importance of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) among students, faculty members, and innovators. In recognition of these efforts, the institute was awarded a Certificate of Appreciation by NIPAM. This achievement reflects the institution’s commitment to fostering creativity, protecting innovative ideas, and building an ecosystem that encourages research, innovation, and entrepreneurial excellence. The recognition further motivates the institute to continue empowering young minds with knowledge of intellectual property and its role in national development and technological advancement.

About IIC - AIM

IIC ID: IC202216961

IIC Institute Name: Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, New Delhi

The Strategic Journey of Innovation: Pioneering Business Excellence

At the Asia-Pacific Institute of Management, New Delhi (IIC ID-IC202216961), innovation is the cornerstone of sustainable business leadership. Established during the foundational 2022–23 cycle under the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell (MIC), Government of India, our Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) serves as a high-impact catalyst for transformation.

Moving beyond traditional business curricula, IIC-AIM systematically nurtures an elite paradigm of corporate innovation, strategic venture creation, and Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) awareness. Through an intensive annual calendar of Entrepreneurship Development Programs (EDP) and startup incubation, we successfully bridge the gap between brilliant student ideas and market-ready enterprises.

Major Focus

To create a vibrant local innovation ecosystem.
Start-up supporting mechanism in HEIs.
Prepare institute for Atal Ranking of institutions on innovation achievements framework.
Establish function ecosystem for scouting ideas and pre-incubation of ideas.
Develop better cognitive ability among students.

Function of IIC

To conduct various Innovation, IPR and entrepreneurship-related activities prescribed by MIC in time bound fashion.
Identify and reward innovations and share success stories.
Organize periodic workshops, seminars and interactions with entrepreneurs, investors and professionals.
Network with peers and national entrepreneurship development organizations.
Create an Institution’s Innovation portal to highlight innovative projects.
Organize Hackathons, idea competition and mini-challenges with industries.