Where Healthcare MeetsInnovation & Technology
Nattraja Incubation Forum (NIF) is India's pioneering incubation centre dedicated to bioconvergence — empowering healthcare startups with world-class mentorship, clinical trial facilities, and a 10,000+ sq ft innovation workspace in Tamil Nadu.
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About NIF — Bioconvergence
JKKN
Group of Institutions
Healthcare Focus
Dedicated to bioconvergence and MedTech innovation
100+ Mentors
Industry leaders guiding every startup
10,000+ Sq Ft
State-of-the-art IoT and healthcare workspace
Ethics Clearance
In-house Institutional Ethics Committee support
India's Pioneering Bioconvergence Incubation Centre
Nattraja Incubation Forum (NIF), also known as NLB — Nattraja Launchpad for Bioconvergence, is India's first healthcare innovation-focused incubation centre, established under the aegis of JKKN Institutions in Komarapalayam, Tamil Nadu.
Founded on the visionary concept of bioconvergence by Mr. Ommsharravana — an entrepreneur, investor, and educationalist — NIF stands as a crucible of ideas where biology, technology, and healthcare converge to create transformative solutions for India's healthcare challenges.
NIF addresses three critical barriers that healthcare innovators face: accessing clinical mentorships, navigating ethical clearance processes, and managing animal house protocols. With over 10,000 sq ft of dedicated workspace and strategic tri-party MOUs with 5+ hospitals, NIF provides the complete ecosystem for turning healthcare ideas into market-ready products.
Mission & Vision
Driving India's healthcare transformation through bioconvergence — where scientific research meets entrepreneurial innovation to build a healthier future.
Our Mission
To build India's most comprehensive bioconvergence ecosystem that empowers healthcare innovators — from ideation to market — by providing end-to-end incubation support, world-class infrastructure, and strategic clinical partnerships.
- Bridge the gap between healthcare research and commercial viability
- Provide clinical mentorship and ethical clearance support for MedTech startups
- Foster collaboration between academia, hospitals, and industry
- Democratise access to advanced laboratory and clinical trial facilities
Our Vision
To position India at the global forefront of bioconvergence innovation by nurturing a generation of healthcare entrepreneurs who develop scalable, affordable, and impactful solutions for the world's most pressing health challenges.
- Become India's leading bioconvergence incubation centre by 2030
- Launch 50+ healthcare startups with market-ready MedTech products
- Establish a pan-India network of clinical trial and innovation partnerships
- Create a replicable model for healthcare incubation across emerging economies
Building India's Healthcare Innovation Engine
Numbers that reflect our commitment to empowering healthcare startups with world-class infrastructure, mentorship, and clinical partnerships.
End-to-End Incubation Support for Healthcare Innovators
From ideation to commercialisation, NIF provides comprehensive programmes designed to transform healthcare concepts into market-ready products and scalable ventures.
Ideation & Validation Programme
Transform raw healthcare ideas into validated concepts through structured mentorship, market research support, and feasibility assessments guided by 100+ domain experts.
MedTech Product Development
Access sophisticated instrumentation laboratories, IoT workspaces, and CNC prototyping facilities to design, develop, and iterate bioconvergence products at NIF's 10,000+ sq ft innovation hub.
Clinical Trial & Ethics Support
Navigate complex regulatory pathways with NIF's in-house Institutional Ethics Committee, dedicated clinical trial facilities, and tri-party hospital partnerships for seamless clinical validation.
Pre-Clinical & Animal Research
Conduct pre-clinical studies in NIF's state-of-the-art animal house facility with standardised protocols, dedicated caretakers, and full compliance with CPCSEA guidelines.
Mentorship & Industry Connect
Get paired with domain-specific mentors from healthcare, technology, and business. Access NIF's network of clinicians, researchers, investors, and industry leaders for strategic guidance.
Innovation Voucher Programme
Eligible startups receive financial support through NIF's Innovation Voucher Programme — covering prototyping costs, lab access fees, and early-stage product development expenses.
World-Class Infrastructure for Healthcare Innovation
NIF's 10,000+ sq ft campus houses cutting-edge laboratories, clinical trial facilities, and collaborative workspaces — everything a healthcare startup needs under one roof.
Sophisticated Instrumentation Laboratory
Advanced analytical and diagnostic instruments including CNC machines, spectroscopy tools, and precision measurement equipment for MedTech product development and quality testing.
Clinical Trial Facility
Dedicated clinical testing space supported by tri-party MOUs with 5+ hospitals, enabling regulated clinical studies, product validation, and patient-centric research.
Mini IoT Lab
Equipped with sensors, microcontrollers, and connectivity modules for developing Internet of Things (IoT) healthcare devices — from wearable health monitors to smart diagnostic tools.
Animal House Facility
CPCSEA-compliant animal research facility for pre-clinical studies, pharmacological testing, and biomedical research — with standardised protocols and dedicated caretakers.
Institutional Ethics Committee
In-house ethics review board for human research, clinical trials, and biomedical studies — streamlining the ethical clearance process that is often the biggest bottleneck for healthcare startups.
Co-Working & Boardroom Space
Modern co-working desks, private cabins, and fully equipped boardrooms for team collaboration, investor pitches, and advisory board meetings — designed for startup productivity.
Startups Shaping the Future of Healthcare
Meet the innovative ventures currently incubated at NIF — each tackling critical healthcare challenges through bioconvergence, technology, and sustainable solutions.
Biomakerz
Bioconvergence & Biotech
A pioneering bioconvergence startup developing innovative biotechnology solutions that merge biology with advanced engineering to address healthcare challenges in diagnostics, therapeutics, and sustainable bio-manufacturing.
Milir Naturals
Natural Healthcare Products
Developing evidence-based natural healthcare products by blending traditional Indian medicinal knowledge with modern scientific research — creating clinically validated herbal formulations for preventive and therapeutic care.
Native News
Digital Media & Health Journalism
A digital media platform focused on bridging the healthcare information gap in regional communities — delivering verified health news, wellness content, and medical awareness in local languages across Tamil Nadu.
PAM Square
Healthcare Technology
Building next-generation healthcare technology platforms that leverage data analytics, automation, and digital health solutions to improve patient outcomes, streamline clinical workflows, and enhance hospital management efficiency.
Innovation Events & Knowledge Workshops
NIF hosts transformative events that connect healthcare innovators, researchers, investors, and industry leaders — fostering collaboration and accelerating bioconvergence breakthroughs.
IIC 7.0 — MedTech Innovation Challenge
A flagship national-level healthcare innovation challenge that brought together 50+ teams from across India to pitch groundbreaking MedTech solutions — evaluated by industry leaders, clinicians, and venture capitalists.
Innovation Voucher Programme
A rolling programme offering financial vouchers and resource credits to early-stage healthcare startups — covering prototype development, clinical testing, IP filing, and market research costs.
Bioconvergence Hackathon 2025
A 48-hour intensive hackathon challenging multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions at the intersection of biology, technology, and healthcare — with mentorship from 100+ industry experts and top prizes.
Strategic Partners Powering Innovation
NIF collaborates with leading hospitals, universities, government bodies, and industry partners — creating a comprehensive ecosystem that supports healthcare startups from concept to commercialisation.
What Our Incubatees Say
Hear from the founders and innovators whose healthcare ventures were accelerated through NIF's bioconvergence incubation ecosystem.
NIF provided us with exactly what we needed — access to clinical trial facilities and ethics committee clearance under one roof. The mentorship from healthcare industry leaders helped us refine our biotech product from concept to a market-ready prototype in just 8 months.
The animal house facility and instrumentation lab at NIF are game-changers for any healthcare startup. We were able to validate our natural formulations through proper pre-clinical testing — something that would have taken years and millions elsewhere.
NIF's network of 100+ mentors and 5+ hospital MOUs opened doors that we never imagined possible for a tech startup. The co-working space, boardroom access, and investor connect events made our journey from idea to revenue incredibly smooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about NIF's bioconvergence incubation programmes, facilities, and application process.
Ready to Transform Your Healthcare Innovation?
Whether you're a student with a breakthrough idea, a researcher seeking clinical validation, or a startup ready to scale — NIF's bioconvergence ecosystem is built for you. Join India's first healthcare-focused incubation centre and turn your vision into impact.
Address
NIF, JKKN Institutions, Natarajapuram, NH-544 (Salem To Coimbatore National Highway), Komarapalayam (TK), Namakkal (DT), Tamil Nadu — 638183
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Mon — Sat: 9:00 AM — 6:00 PM IST