NIRMANA-100
LIVE APPLICATIONS OPEN — COHORT 2
NIRMANA-100 From Prototype to MVP
100 Days
Non-Equity
Hybrid
Pan India
15 Startups
AECO Focused
India’s First AECO-Focused MVP Readiness Program
The program is built around the conviction that in a domain as specific and conservative as AECO, a well-built, domain-validated MVP is not a given — it requires structured mentorship, technical guidance, and domain exposure.
Structured Mentorship
Domain Validation
Investor Readiness
Previous Cohort Startups
ViSNET
worked closely with VisNet to help translate a strong AI capability into a deployment-ready AECO solution. Through structured product alignment reviews, enterprise workflow mapping, and ecosystem-led validation, the startup was able to align its solution with real infrastructure procurement and operational requirements.
Vavetek
AmpliNxt supported Vavetek AI in strengthening its India market entry and validating deployment readiness within live AECO project environments. The engagement focused on technical validation, ecosystem integration, and enabling early-stage capital visibility for the company’s BIM and AI-driven capabilities.
Trace Resource
worked with Trace Resource to reposition its offering specifically for infrastructure and contractor procurement workflows. The focus remained on improving AECO market alignment, validating procurement use-cases, and enabling structured commercial traction.
MProcure
Supported MProcure in refining its AECO procurement positioning and strengthening enterprise readiness through industry-led validation and ecosystem engagement. The startup benefited from strategic mentoring, procurement-level conversations, and market alignment support.
Partners
Building Innovation Across the AECO Ecosystem
AI, Smart Buildings & Spatial Intelligence
Safety, Compliance & Resilient Infrastructure
ClimateTech & Sustainable Infrastructure
Smart Cities & Urban Systems
ConstructionTech & Digital AECO
From Prototype to Demo-Ready MVP
Phase 1 — GROUND
- Program kickoff and full cohort onboarding
- 1:1 startup baseline assessment (1:1 diagnostics): product stage, team capability, domain knowledge gaps
- Milestone planning: each startup defines and commits to its 100-day MVP goal
- Introduction to mentors and program faculty
Phase 2 — BUILD
- Weekly themed workshops and masterclasses; one per focus theme cluster
- Guest sessions from AECO practitioners, domain experts, and technical advisors
- Product design and UX clinics tailored to AECO workflows and user contexts
- Weekly 1:1 mentoring sessions per startup
- Build check-ins: are startups on track toward their stated MVP goal?
Phase 3 — VALIDATE
- Structured product feedback sessions with AECO industry reviewers
- Facilitated user testing and feedback loops via AmpliNxt's ecosystem partners (product usage/review testing and not pilot)
- MVP stress-testing: does it solve the right problem? Is the build viable?
- Pivot or persevere checkpoints with assigned mentors
- Introductory exposure to potential industry collaborators (no commitment expected at this stage)
- Preparation of product documentation and demo materials
Phase 4 — PRESENT
- Investor readiness workshops — pitch deck, financial narrative, storytelling for AECO
- Mock pitch sessions with structured feedback from mentors and investors
- Final MVP demo preparation
- NIRMANA-100 Innovation Showcase — startups present to investors, AECO leaders, and ecosystem partners
- Graduation and certificate of program completion
What Startups Will Achieve
Validated MVP
Domain Validation
Investor-Ready Deck
Go-to-Market Hypothesis
Cohort Network
NEXACON Eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What is NIRMANA-100 Cohort 2?
Who should apply for NIRMANA-100 Cohort 2?
The program is designed for incorporated early-stage startups that:
- Have a working prototype or early product
- Are beyond the ideation stage
- Are solving a clear AECO industry problem
- Have at least 2 active co-founders or core team members
What kind of startups are suitable for this program?
- Sustainability Green Building Tech
- AI-driven Construction & Operations
- GIS & Geospatial Intelligence
- IoT & Hardware-enabled AECO
- Smart Buildings & Energy Systems
- Construction Materials & Prefabrication
- Construction Waste Management
- Worksite Safety Tech
- HVAC & MEP Tech
What does the 100-day program focus on?
The program focuses on helping startups:
- Refine and validate their MVP
- Gain AECO-specific mentorship
- Improve product-market understanding
- Receive structured domain feedback
- Prepare investor-ready pitch material
- Build a defined go-to-market hypothesis
Is NIRMANA-100 Cohort-2 sector-specific?
Does the program provide funding?
Is the program virtual or in-person?
The program follows a hybrid model:
- Virtual-first delivery
Physical presence in Pune is not mandatory for participation.
Does NIRMANA-100 Cohort-2 take equity?
What is the duration of the program?
The program runs for 100 days and is structured across four phases:
- GROUND
- BUILD
- VALIDATE
- PRESENT
Each phase is designed to support startups from early alignment to final MVP presentation.
What do startups receive during the program?
- Weekly 1:1 mentorship
- Domain workshops and masterclasses
- Technical product clinics
- Industry exposure opportunities
- Investor readiness support
- Peer networking within the cohort
What is the NIRMANA-100Cohort-2 Innovation Showcase?
The Innovation Showcase is the final program event where startups present their validated MVPs to:
- Investors
- AECO industry leaders
- Ecosystem partners
- Mentors and stakeholders
Is Pune presence mandatory?
No. The program is open to startups across India, and physical presence in Pune is not mandatory.
What is the selection process for the NIRMANA 100 Cohort 2?
- Application review
- Startup shortlisting
- Final cohort selection
What happens after the program?
Graduated startups gain:
- Access to the AmpliNxt alumni network
- Continued ecosystem visibility
- Priority pathway to apply for NEXACON-100
- Stronger readiness for market deployment and fundraising