Indian Institute of Management Raipur (IIM Raipur) has teamed up with the National SC-ST Hub (NSSH) of the Ministry of MSME, Government of India, to launch a Business Accelerator Program. This program targets SC/ST entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small business owners in Chhattisgarh.
It aims to provide them with the skills, knowledge, and support they need to grow their businesses. Interested candidates can visit the institute’s official website to register for the program by December 15, 2025. The program will start on January 17, 2026.
Eligibility and fees for IIM Raipur Business Accelerator Program
Graduates must be 18 years or older to join the program. Women candidates given priority. Applicants whose main activity in Udyam Registration is “TRADING” are not eligible.
The total fee for the program is Rs 99,000 plus GST, and sponsored under the NSSH scheme. Participants only need to pay a registration fee of Rs 7,500, which includes GST.
Mode of course teaching
The course will use a blended learning approach. This combines immersive on-campus sessions at IIM Raipur with engaging live online classes. Participants will receive 72 hours of structured instruction and 18 hours of mentoring from IIM Raipur faculty, industry leaders, and experienced practitioners.
The accelerator program helps participants improve their business models, find high-potential markets, enhance financial decision-making, and use digital tools for efficiency. Entrepreneurs will tackle their business challenges directly and create clear action plans for the next 90 to 180 days. This process will include concept sessions, case discussions focused on MSME realities, hands-on exercises, and one-on-one mentoring clinics.
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