Vision & Mission
Vision
To build a globally connected, inclusive startup ecosystem that enables innovation, entrepreneurship and sustainable impact aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Mission
Promote inclusive innovation, entrepreneurship and pre-incubation & incubation facility
Provide startups with access to infrastructure, mentorship and funding networks
Foster collaboration between academia, industry, alumni and investors
Enable socially impactful, environmentally responsible and economically viable ventures
LICET-Amith Kothari Incubation Centre
The LICET–Amith Kothari Incubation Centre (LAKIC) stands as a significant milestone in Loyola-ICAM College of Engineering and Technology’s commitment to fostering innovation-driven and socially responsible entrepreneurship. Established within the vibrant academic ecosystem of LICET, LAKIC functions under the broader vision of the Loyola Inclusive Innovation Impact Centre (L3iC), a Section 8 not-for-profit initiative dedicated to inclusive and impact oriented innovation. LAKIC is designed to empower students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs to transform ideas into scalable, real-world solutions.
Lcube Busa Incubation Centre
The Lcube Busa Incubation Centre (LBIC) stands as a key milestone in Loyola College’s commitment to innovation-driven and socially responsible entrepreneurship. Operating within Loyola’s academic ecosystem and guided by Jesuit values, LBIC empowers students, faculty, and startups to transform ideas into scalable solutions across Agri-Food Tech, Climate and Water Tech, Sustainability, Waste Management, and FinTech for societal impact.
Board Members
Rev. Dr. Antony Robinson, SJ
Rector, Director of L3iC
Fr Joseph Ignaci G.
Treasurer , The Society of Jesuit Chennai Province
Rev Dr Justine SJ
LICET Director
Rev. Dr A. Louis Arockiaraj SJ
Loyola Principal
Rev.Selvanayakam
Treasurer
Core Team
Dr Deepthi Shanmugam
CEO, L3iC
Ms J Limsa Joshi
Program Manager
Dr M Augustine
Incubation Manager
Mr S Robert Rajkumar
Incubation Associate
Business Mentors
Dean of Students
Rev Dr Albert William SJ
Dean of Students
Rev Dr Albert William SJ
FAQs
Here are some of the most common questions about our incubation programs, facilities, and application process. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, feel free to reach out to our team.
Students, researchers, alumni, and early-stage entrepreneurs with innovative or socially impactful ideas are welcome to apply. We encourage both technical and non-technical founders to join.
L3iC offers mentorship, access to funding networks, state-of-the-art labs, co-working spaces, and prototype development facilities. Our goal is to help startups grow from concept to market-ready stage.
L3iC operates as a not-for-profit initiative. While there’s no upfront fee, selected startups may contribute nominal charges for specialized facilities or lab usage.
You can apply online through our official website by filling out the application form under the “Apply / Join” section. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a review and presentation session with our panel.