IIMK LIVE
Laboratory for Innovation, Venturing and Entrepreneurship
Welcome
LIVE is a business incubator and entrepreneurship development centre of IIM Kozhikode set-up with the support of Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. Established in June 2016, the centre is envisioned to function as a business incubator with a purpose of creating a National Centre of Excellence that promotes innovation, new business venturing and entrepreneurship. Towards this, it seeks to emerge as a collaborative platform that help transform innovative ideas into business ventures that make significant economic and social impact. As an on-campus Incubator, it stands to gain immensely from the faculty members, students, research & knowledge base, alumni, institutional networks and other resources at IIM Kozhikode.
OUR MISSION
To nurture bold ideas, accelerate startups, and create lasting economic and social impact. At IIMK LIVE, we provide innovators with mentorship, resources, and a collaborative ecosystem to help their ideas soar.
OUR JOURNEY
Turning Ideas into Impact Since 2016
Founded in June 2016 with support from the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, IIMK LIVE (Laboratory for Innovation, Venturing, and Entrepreneurship) was envisioned as a National Centre of Excellence for entrepreneurship and innovation. Our mission: nurture ideas, accelerate startups, and create lasting impact.
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Supporting Startups Across Every Stage
From incubation programs and DeepTech support to workshops, investor connects, and CSR collaborations, we equip startups with the resources and guidance needed to thrive. Every program is crafted to turn disruptive ideas into real-world solutions.
A Thriving Ecosystem for Innovators
At IIMK LIVE, startups gain more than mentorship—they gain access to world-class faculty, cutting-edge research, vibrant student talent, and a vast network of alumni and industry leaders. Our ecosystem is designed to help innovators test, refine, and scale their ideas with confidence.
Impact that Matters
Over the years, IIMK LIVE has helped hundreds of startups transform into high-growth ventures, creating economic and social impact across sectors. Our journey is a story of ideas taking flight—and soaring.
Our Journey So Far
2016
The Begining
Founded with support from the Department of Science and Technology, IIMK LIVE was established as a National Centre of Excellence for entrepreneurship and innovation.
2017
Launched our first cohort of startups, providing mentorship, workspace, and early-stage support.
