Indian Aerospace
Startup Forum

From Idea to Impact — Empowering aerospace entrepreneurs through mentorship, incubation, and industry partnerships.

About the Forum

What is IASF?

The Indian Aerospace Startup Forum (IASF) is an IAAA initiative to identify, nurture, and accelerate promising aerospace, aviation, and drone-tech innovations across India.

The forum connects students, faculties, researchers, and innovators with mentors, investors, and industry partners to transform ideas into market-ready solutions.

Our Focus Areas

Aviation & Airlines
Drone Technology
Space Tech & Satellites
Defense & Aerospace
Advanced Materials
MRO & Manufacturing
Process

How It Works

A structured pathway from ideation to market

01

Identify the Right Idea

Through national competitions and Collegiate Club projects, we discover promising innovations.

02

Incubate Under IAAA PTDC

Refine design, develop prototypes, and test with experienced mentors.

03

Validate Market Fit

Engage with IAAA industry and startup partners for application trials.

04

Access Funding & Tech Transfer

Pitch to investors and access IAAA-backed tech transfer opportunities.

Who Can Apply?

Engineering students and college teams
Faculty innovators and research groups
Startups and MSMEs in aviation or drone sectors
Innovators seeking industry partnerships or funding

What You Get

Technical Mentorship

Guidance from IAAA experts and industry leaders

Lab Access

Access to PTDC labs and partner facilities

Pitch Events

National-level pitch events and demo days

Fellowships

Eligibility for IAAA Startup Fellowship & Innovation Grants

Industry Support

Industry-backed proof-of-concept development

Launch Support

From ideation to market-ready product

Ready to Launch Your Aerospace Innovation?

Join the Indian Aerospace Startup Forum and transform your ideas into reality.