Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog

Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL)

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Stage: Ideation (school-level)
Indicative amount: ₹20 lakh grant per ATL school

What it is for

Sets up hands-on innovation labs inside schools to build a problem-solving, curiosity-driven mindset in students.

Who can apply

Schools (Grades 6–12) recognised by a State/Central education board.

What you get

Grant of up to ₹20 lakh per selected school over multiple years, covering lab equipment and mentoring.

How to apply

Schools apply directly through AIM's ATL application process.

Best suited for

Not for startups directly — for schools wanting a genuine STEM/innovation culture.

Official links

Atal Innovation Mission — official site https://aim.gov.in

Summarised from official sources, last reviewed 2026-09-07. Amounts and eligibility are indicative — always confirm against the live scheme guideline before acting.