AmpliNxt AECO Innovation Cohort
Program Initiatives:
The AmpliNxt AECO Innovation Cohort is a curated 100-day journey designed to empower startups that are reshaping the architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO) landscape.
Our objective is to accelerate the growth of innovative startups through strategic mentorship, facilitating in relevant pilot opportunities and industry collaborations subject to criteria, investor access, helping the startups validate, refine, and scale their solutions for real-world impact.
Program Timeline
Total Duration: 100 Days
Program Schedule
| Phase | Week | Key Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Assess | Week 1–2 | Program launch, startup analysis, milestone planning |
| Learn | Week 3–9 | Workshops, masterclasses, 1:1 mentoring, peer reviews |
| Deliver | Week 10–12 | Pilot facilitation, stakeholder showcases, mock pitches |
| Showcase | Week 13–14 | Demo Day with investors, certification, media coverage, graduation |
Focus Areas
The program supports innovation across core AECO themes, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, technology, intelligence, and automation:
- Extended Reality in Construction AR/VR for Site Intelligence
- Secure Real Estate and Construction with Blockchain
- Accelerate Compliance with AI-Driven Regulatory Automation
- Civit Ecosystem Connect: Empowering AECO Collaboration
- Application of Metaverse in AECO
- Harness GIS & Digital Twin for Smarter Construction
- Integrated solutions for optimized energy use, HVAC insights, and IoT-powered fire control and safety application
How the program helps
Strategic Mentorship
Tailored 1:1 mentorship from AECO industry leaders, and startup experts to guide in startups’ product and strategy.
Showcase Opportunities
Presenting startups’ product to key stakeholders throughout the cohort and exclusively at Demo Day to gain visibility and opportunity to collaborate across the AECO ecosystem.
Industry Access
Opportunity to Connect with government, corporate, and tech leaders to explore real-world collaborations.
Learning Tracks
Engaging workshops and masterclasses on key AECO innovations, market strategies, product strategy and sustainability.
Pilot Facilitation
Opportunity to unlock pilot projects or MoUs with ecosystem partners to validate startups’ solution (purely subject to startups’ readiness and ecosystem partners’ requirements)
Post-Program Support
Sustained guidance and opportunity to access to networks to scale and implement startups’ solution post-cohort.
Eligibility Criteria
Startup Stage
Beyond MVP stage or having market traction
Product Stage
Working prototype or live proof of concept
Team
At least 2 active team members
Sectors
Sustainability, AR/VR, AI-driven compliance, Blockchain, GIS, Digital Twins, and Metaverse applications in AECO
Preferred
Startups targeting pilot projects, commercialization, or seed to series A funding
Location
Pan-India; physical presence in Pune is not mandatory
Program Outcomes
- A validated GTM and product strategy for AECO solutions.
- Investor-ready pitch decks and collaterals & opportunity to pitch to multiple investors throughout the cohort time
- Stronger investor and partner networks
- Chance to unlock Corporate and government pilot opportunities
- Opportunity to gain access to SoftTech Engineers Limited’s stakeholders and opportunities for potential product integration (purely based on the startup’s readiness)
- Stronger B2B/B2G and licensing connections
- Visibility across AECO and innovation communities
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
What is the AmpliNxt AECO Innovation Cohort?
Who can apply to this cohort program?
What are the focus areas of the program?
What kind of mentorship is provided?
Do I need to be in Pune to participate?
No, the program is open to startups across India, and physical presence in Pune is not mandatory.
What are the benefits of joining this cohort?
What kind of post-program support is offered?
After the cohort, startups can access sustained guidance, networking support, and opportunities for scaling and implementation.
Will I get an opportunity to showcase my startup?
What outcomes can I expect from the program?
Startups can expect a validated go-to-market strategy, investor-ready pitch decks, potential pilots with corporate and government, and deeper engagement within the AECO innovation community.