JGSSM takes another bold step toward building India’s electric future with the launch of its EV Startup Mentorship Program 2025. This initiative aims to nurture student-led innovation in electric mobility by combining academic mentorship, hands-on prototyping, and industry collaboration. The goal is to create future-ready entrepreneurs who can drive clean transport solutions.
With the EV ecosystem expanding rapidly across India, there’s a growing need for young minds to step into the world of innovation. Through this mentorship program, students are encouraged to ideate, prototype, and pitch real-world electric vehicle projects that could eventually become full-fledged startups.
Program Structure and Vision
The EV Startup Mentorship Program 2025 is designed to provide holistic support to student innovators across technical and business aspects. It consists of:
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Project ideation bootcamps
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Technical support and faculty mentorship
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Access to labs and EV toolkits
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Guest lectures from industry leaders
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Startup pitch sessions and demo days
This comprehensive structure ensures that students not only develop working EV prototypes but also learn the skills to present and scale their innovations.
Focus Areas of the Mentorship
The program covers several verticals within the electric vehicle domain:
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Battery Management Systems (BMS)
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EV drivetrain design and control
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Charging infrastructure and fast-charging models
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Retrofit kits for two-wheelers and small cars
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Solar-integrated EV systems
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Smart dashboards and IoT integration in EVs
Each team works under a mentor specializing in their chosen track, ensuring personalized support and technical accuracy.
Eligibility and Enrollment Process
Students eligible for the EV Startup Mentorship Program 2025 include:
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Final and pre-final year engineering students
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Polytechnic and ITI students with EV-related projects
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Entrepreneurs from local incubation centers (on invitation)
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Interdisciplinary student teams with a strong prototype idea
Enrollment requires:
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Submission of a basic proposal or abstract
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Description of the project’s uniqueness and feasibility
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Short interview or pitch in front of the selection committee
The program offers limited seats, and preference is given to teams with potential for real-world impact and scalability.
Facilities and Infrastructure at JGSSM
JGSSM has equipped its EV lab with the latest tools and technologies needed to support prototype development. Students in the program gain access to:
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CAD and simulation software
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High-capacity EV batteries and charging modules
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IoT and telemetry kits
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Fabrication machinery and safety gear
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Testing tracks and endurance measuring systems
The college also provides co-working spaces, internet support, and mentoring rooms for project discussions.
Industry Collaboration and Internship Support
To boost startup exposure, JGSSM has partnered with key players in India’s EV industry including:
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Hero Electric
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Tata EV Mobility
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Ather Energy
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State Transport Innovation Labs
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Local charging infrastructure providers
These partners help offer:
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Industry expert sessions
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Live use-case problems for innovation
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Paid internships for promising teams
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Early-stage funding or incubation support
This collaboration ensures that students learn from real challenges and can take their projects from idea to execution.
FAQs
What is the duration of the mentorship program?
The program runs across one full academic semester, with intensive sessions, lab access, and project deadlines.
Is there any cost to join the program?
No, the program is free for selected JGSSM students. External participants (if allowed) may pay a nominal fee.
Can non-engineering students participate?
Yes, students from business, IT, or design backgrounds can collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Will JGSSM support patent filing?
Yes, promising projects will receive guidance for patent application through the college’s legal and research cell.
Will the top ideas get funding?
Select high-potential teams may receive incubation or seed funding support from industry partners and government startup cells.
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