EPIC, a not-for-profit foundation, was born from a bold vision: to make India a global leader in electronics and product innovation. We are building a thriving ecosystem that spans design, manufacturing, and integration by leveraging India’s vast potential. This effort is in sync with government initiatives and industry trends, focused on maximizing India’s capabilities, fostering growth, and driving innovation.

At EPIC, innovation is not just a concept; it's our commitment to transforming ideas into reality.

Non-Profit Organization (Section 8 Company) - We are a No Greed, No Glory Organization

At EPIC, we believe India has the potential to design, develop, and manufacture world-class electronics.

Our vision is to build a robust hardware ecosystem with strategic autonomy, fueling economic growth, creating high-value jobs, and positioning India at the forefront of global innovation.

Our Objective

EPIC’s Partnerships

Why should India design and make our Electronics Products, even if they are readily available from global brands?

  • Electronics, a Meta Resource: Military, Economic, and Geopolitical power are built on the foundation of Electronic technology
  • Strategic Security Compromise - The World Is Flat …….No More. Strategic autonomy is critical in a multipolar world. Strategic Autonomy Prerequisite: It’s not driven by market forces; governments are the only players.
  • Operational National Security Compromise - Cyber Security, Trade Deficit, Trade Concentration: Electronics is a Strategic Sector; Emerging electronics marketplace / New Geopolitics, Semiconductor design is strategic
  • Employment Generation is critical; moving up the Electronics value chain is critical for employment and better margins
  • Software services face headwinds due to AI and Automation
  • We need to catch up – ASEAN, RCEP countries are all investing in Design ecosystem
  • We need to be a Product Nation: Increase value creation - vanilla manufacturing services are very low-value addition; focus must be on value-added design and manufacturing, not just manufacturing.
  • Product Design is not sufficient! Need to Create Indian Brands. We must create Indian Brands to be a Product Nation.

EPIC's Strategic Initiatives

We believe that our next big leap must be in electronics manufacturing and product innovation to build a self-reliant, high-tech India.

Incubating Excellence: Empowering Technical Education

We are collaborating with and enabling incubators at several prestigious technical institutes in several states. Our objective is to cultivate emerging talent, nurturing innovation from its inception.

Servicing the Future: A Design Approach

We are encouraging product design companies to create products that prioritize serviceability. Simultaneously, we are identifying service-oriented companies to ensure the seamless provision of these innovative products.

Startup Advisory: EPIC Unbound Approach

We empower startups end-to-end by enhancing product quality, scalability, go-to-market strategies, and founder potential through hands-on engagement. This approach bridges gaps in the existing ecosystem, driving success beyond incubation and funding.

Empowering Demand: Reviving Preferential Market Access Policies

An essential aspect of our mission involves reviving and implementing Preferential Market Access (PMA) policies on both central and state fronts. Our proactive efforts are centred on amplifying the demand for innovative products.

Policy Advocacy: Driving Progress

We actively collaborate with both Central and State Government organizations, championing policies that promote growth and foster innovation. We are committed to creating an environment that is conducive to progress.

Shaping the Future: Fostering Hardware Design Companies

Our ambitious goal is to build 500 successful hardware product design companies. We aim to achieve this by providing comprehensive support that includes funding, mentorship, certification, testing, manufacturing and facilitating market connections. In doing so, we are laying the foundation for a flourishing ecosystem.

State Partnerships: Applying ESDM Policies

We are spearheading the implementation of Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) policies through strategic collaboration with State Governments. Our ultimate objective is to establish an ecosystem that fosters growth and innovation at all levels.

Industry Interface: Facilitating Dialogue

Acting as a pivotal link between the industry and state governments, we are actively engaging with key entities, including MEITY, NITI Aayog, DST, and DPIIT. This engagement allows us to address critical challenges and fine-tune policies that support the growth of the industry.

Embracing Global Partnerships: International Collaboration

We are actively nurturing global collaborations with key ESDM hubs, including Taiwan, South Korea, Israel, Japan, and the USA. These strategic alliances promote a dynamic interchange of knowledge, innovation, and mutual growth.

Building India’s Semiconductor Future with EPIC

Semiconductors are at the heart of India's vision to become a Product Nation. To achieve true Atmanirbharta in electronics, India must develop its own trusted products and chips. EPIC is committed to making this vision a reality by fostering a strong and integrated semiconductor ecosystem.

By 2030, India’s semiconductor market is expected to grow to $100B, alongside the electronics market reaching $450B. EPIC is dedicated to ensuring India plays a pivotal role in the global semiconductor industry, driving innovation, manufacturing, and economic growth.

EPIC collaborates with government bodies, academic institutions, industries, and startups to drive India’s semiconductor industry forward.

Our Approach

Creating Fabless Chip Companies
High Investment, Longer Development Time and Specialized or niche market demand that is aligned with India’s current market needs/growth sectors/technological trends.

Collaborative Innovation & Research
Establishing multiple research institutions in a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode. Partnering with leading global universities and research institutions, and supporting Indian companies in acquiring overseas technologies and IP

Targeting Key Sectors & Chip Categories
We prioritize semiconductor development in areas with high growth potential and strategic importance, focusing on: Component Types: Memory, Microcomputers, Logic, Analog, Optoelectronics, Sensors, Discrete Components Application Areas: Computing, Communication, Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Industrial

Building Market Readiness & Industry Collaboration
Collaborate with OEMs and potential customers to ensure assured market adoption for these chips. Build expert teams through partnerships with IESA, OEMs, Electronic Product Companies, ODMs, and IDHs to drive these initiatives.

Strengthening Domestic Manufacturing
Engaging with local Fab and ATMP/OSAT companies to ensure semiconductor production is truly Made in India. While working closely with OEMs and product companies to secure market adoption for India-made chips

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