Entrepreneurship Promotion
Encouraging innovation and supporting emerging entrepreneurs through mentorship, industry interactions and ecosystem building.
Section 8 • Startup ecosystem • Global collaboration
Empowering Enterprise. Connecting Innovation. Building the Future.
BICS Foundation is a Section 8 organisation headquartered in Kolkata, dedicated to championing startups, SMEs and MSMEs through advocacy, networking, knowledge sharing, and global partnerships.
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Trusted ecosystem
Supported by institutions, industry leaders, and innovation partners
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About us
Building a stronger entrepreneurial ecosystem for Eastern and North-Eastern India
Who We Are
BICS Foundation is a dynamic and future-ready chamber created to champion the interests of startups, SMEs and MSMEs with a strong commitment to inclusive economic growth.
What We Believe
The future of India’s economic growth lies in empowering indigenous enterprises and nurturing the next generation of business leaders.
What We Serve
We provide a single platform for networking, advocacy, knowledge exchange, research, and international collaboration.
Vision & mission
Creating a globally connected ecosystem for innovation and sustainable growth
Our Vision
To emerge as one of India’s most influential chambers for startups and MSMEs, enabling innovation, sustainable growth, and entrepreneurial excellence.
Our Mission
- Promote entrepreneurship and enterprise development
- Support startups during their formative stages
- Strengthen SMEs and MSMEs through knowledge and collaboration
- Foster international business relationships
- Encourage sustainable and inclusive economic growth
- Create a single platform for networking, advocacy and representation
What we do
Programmes and initiatives that accelerate enterprise growth
Business Networking
Creating opportunities for members to connect with industry leaders, investors, policymakers and international businesses.
Policy Advocacy
Representing the concerns and aspirations of startups and MSMEs in policy discussions that affect trade and industry.
International Collaboration
Building bridges between Indian enterprises and the world through strategic partnerships and matchmaking.
Knowledge Sharing
Organising seminars, workshops, conferences and industry interaction sessions on contemporary business issues.
Research & Thought Leadership
Identifying new collaboration opportunities and shaping ideas that help businesses scale with confidence.
Startup support centre
Nurturing tomorrow’s enterprises with dedicated support
BICS Foundation proposes to establish a dedicated Startup Support Centre supported by leading corporate members to provide young businesses with mentorship, guidance, networking, incubation support and market access.
- Mentorship and advisory services
- Industry guidance
- Networking opportunities
- Knowledge-sharing platforms
- Business incubation support
- Market access and collaboration opportunities
Regional chapters
Expanding outreach across Eastern and North-Eastern India
To ensure wider outreach and grassroots engagement, BICS plans to establish strategically located chapters across key states and regions of Eastern and North-Eastern India.
- Address region-specific business challenges
- Organise local programmes and industry interactions
- Provide members with easier access to expertise
- Create stronger connections between regional enterprises and global markets
Events & knowledge forums
Regular platforms for insight, learning, and collaboration
Industry Seminars
Insightful sessions featuring distinguished experts and thought leaders.
Workshops & Training
Skill enhancement and capacity-building initiatives for entrepreneurs.
Business Meets
Platforms for collaboration, networking and partnership development.
Annual Budget Open House
A flagship event where experts analyse the implications of the Union Budget for businesses and industry.
Policy & advocacy
Shaping conversations that enable enterprise growth
BICS aspires to play a constructive role in shaping conversations around industry, commerce and economic development, while actively participating in policy debates.
We work towards creating an enabling environment for startups, SMEs and MSMEs to flourish through representation and strategic engagement.
Global collaboration
Facilitating cross-border partnerships and market access
Innovation today transcends borders. Through research and international outreach, BICS identifies synergistic opportunities between startups from different countries and facilitates technology collaboration, joint ventures and knowledge exchange.
- Cross-border partnerships
- Technology collaborations
- Market access opportunities
- Joint ventures
- Knowledge exchange programmes
Membership
Become part of a growing business community
Annual Membership
Active Engagement
Designed for businesses and professionals seeking active involvement with the Chamber’s initiatives.
Life Membership
Long-Term Alliance
A lasting association for members committed to contributing to the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Strategic Partnership
Institutional Connect
For industry bodies, corporates, academic institutions and international networks seeking deeper collaboration.
Strategic collaborations
Working with industry bodies and institutions that strengthen the ecosystem
- Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)
- Trade associations
- Industry organisations
- Academic institutions
- Corporate partners
- International business networks
Focus areas
Startups
SMEs & MSMEs
Rural Development
Industrial Infrastructure
Sustainable Development
Environmental Protection
International Trade
Indigenous Enterprises
Innovation & Research
Capacity Building
Founding support
The initial corpus of the Chamber shall be mobilised through membership registration contributions and the support of founding members and stakeholders.
Testimonials
What founders and business leaders say about us
“The chamber gave us the credibility and network we needed to scale from a local startup to a regional player.”
Sandip Da Sitar Player, One of the Most Renowned in the India“Their mentorship and introductions transformed our growth roadmap and sharpened our strategic direction.”
Aditya Narayan Banerjee Director of Musician, Iman Arts Foundations“Professional, global, and deeply aligned with entrepreneurial ambition — a true partner for growth.”
Eshan Chattaraj Founder, Indian Software HubContact us
Connecting entrepreneurs. Creating possibilities.
BICS Foundation
Bengal International Chamber for Startups
📍 Head Office: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
Email:📧 info@bicsfoundation.org
Phone:☎️ +91 6289 675 540
Website:🌐 www.bicsfoundation.org