ITBT Karnataka

Revised Date: 10 June 2026

Join us for the IESA Startup Mitra Webinar on the Karnataka ESDM Policy Outreach Program.

Gain insights from Shri Pramod L. Patil, KAS, General Manager, Karnataka Innovation and Technology Society (KITS), on Karnataka’s ESDM ecosystem, policy initiatives, and opportunities for startups and industry stakeholders.

📅 10 June 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM onwards

We invite stakeholders from the electronics, semiconductor, and deep-tech sectors to participate and explore Karnataka’s vision for innovation-led growth.

The leasing of 1.75 lakh sq. ft. of office space by Disney India in Bengaluru underscores the continued confidence of global enterprises in Karnataka’s robust technology and innovation ecosystem.

As a leading destination for global capability centres and knowledge-driven industries, Bengaluru offers a unique combination of world-class talent, advanced infrastructure, and a conducive business environment that supports long-term growth and innovation.

The Government of Karnataka remains committed to fostering an enabling ecosystem that attracts global investments, drives technology-led development, and reinforces the State’s position as a premier destination for business and innovation.

We're Hiring at CHARAKA!

Join Karnataka's flagship Centre of Excellence for HealthTech, MedTech & AssistiveTech and be part of a team driving innovation in healthcare.

We're looking for passionate professionals across leadership, administration, marketing, HR and operations roles.

📍 Bengaluru – Indiranagar
📩 Apply: [email protected]
For More Details: www.charakacoe.org/careers

CHARAKA – Centre of Excellence for HealthTech, MedTech & Assistive Technologies, GoK, has signed an MoU with Blockchain For Impact (BFI) to strengthen Karnataka’s healthcare innovation ecosystem.

The collaboration will focus on mentorship, policy and regulatory support, joint incubation initiatives, engagement with healthcare institutions, and district-level innovation sandboxes to enable real-world testing and validation of solutions.

By creating structured pathways for innovators to develop, validate, and scale impactful healthcare technologies, this partnership reinforces Karnataka’s commitment to fostering innovation-driven healthcare and improving public health outcomes.

As part of the TBI 2.0 initiative, the ITBT Karnataka of Karnataka has appointed CEOs for 11 newly established Technology Business Incubators across the State. With a collective investment of ₹110 Crore, these incubators will foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and technology-led growth across diverse sectors.

We are delighted to introduce the visionary leaders who will steer these incubators and empower the next generation of startups from Karnataka.

There is no single path to building a successful startup.
But access to the right support can make all the difference.

Through ELEVATE 2026, the ITBT Karnataka is supporting innovators with funding, mentorship and growth opportunities to help transform ideas into impact.

Applications are now open.
Apply Now: https://eitbt.karnataka.gov.in/en

Elevate 2023 winner TimbuckDo presented its strategic MoU with the Department of Collegiate and Technical Education, Government of Karnataka, during the Campus to Career Summit 2026.

The collaboration aims to strengthen student employability, industry exposure, gig opportunities, internships and financial independence for youth across Karnataka. Through this initiative, students from government and technical colleges will gain access to verified work opportunities, skill-building resources and real-world industry experience.

By bridging the gap between education and employability, Karnataka continues to strengthen pathways for future-ready talent, innovation and youth empowerment.

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