The institutional committee that manages the Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) at GPP — approving projects, disbursing funds, and overseeing outcomes.
The Student Startup and Innovation Policy (SSIP) is a flagship initiative of the Government of Gujarat to foster an innovation and entrepreneurship culture in academic institutions. GPP's SSIP Committee is the institutional body responsible for implementing SSIP activities, reviewing project applications, and managing fund disbursements.
Students and faculty with innovative ideas can apply for grants of up to ₹2 lakh. The committee meets regularly to evaluate proposals and monitor projects.
| Category | Maximum Grant | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Student Innovation Project | ₹2,00,000 | Student teams with faculty mentor |
| startup/Entrepreneurship | ₹2,00,000 | Students with viable startup ideas |
| Faculty Research Support | ₹1,00,000 | Faculty with applied R&D proposal |
Biannual campaigns to collect student and faculty innovation ideas for SSIP funding.
Committee reviews submitted ideas and recommends projects for SSIP seed grants.
Connecting approved SSIP projects with internal faculty and external industry mentors.
Quarterly reviews of ongoing SSIP projects to track milestones and fund utilisation.
Annual event showcasing SSIP projects to students, faculty, and industry visitors.
Reporting project outcomes and fund utilisation to i-Hub/GTU SSIP portal.
| Role | Name / Designation | Department |
|---|---|---|
| Chairperson | Principal, GPP Palanpur | Administration |
| SSIP Coordinator | Senior Faculty (nominated) | Innovation Cell |
| Faculty Member | Nominated Faculty | EC Engineering |
| Faculty Member | Nominated Faculty | Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty Member | Nominated Faculty | Computer Engineering |
| Student Representative | Student nominee | Student Body |
| Industry Expert | External mentor | Industry |
Have an innovation idea? Submit your SSIP project proposal to the committee through the Innovation Cell.
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