ATMAN 3.0, an eight-week accelerator designed for turning early-stage HealthTech companies into investment-ready businesses, will take place at IIT Bombay Technology Innovation Hub for Translational Research on IoT and IoE. On January 9, 2026, the project will end in a Demo Day at the Novotel, Mumbai International Airport, when participating startups will present their ideas to investors, business executives, and investment committee members.
From a competitive pool of 173 startups that presented their concepts to TIH IIT Bombay, the current batch of 13 startups was selected. Based on startup appraisal, each successful participant will receive funding support of at least INR 1 crore.
Backed by the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS) and DST (Department of Science and Technology), Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) at IIT Bombay was established as a Section 8 not-for-profit company to advance translational research and technology-driven entrepreneurship.
The Hub works across sectors such as healthcare, BFSI, agriculture, Industry 5.0, smart infrastructure, and education, translating innovation into practical outcomes that serve both industry and society.
Through ATMAN 3.0, TIH at IIT Bombay is deepening its engagement with the HealthTech ecosystem, helping innovators bring research-based medical solutions to market.
Current cohort includes 13 ventures addressing critical challenges across medical devices, digital health, assistive care, and clinical monitoring.
Prezitec Health Private Limited has created Precigo, a snap-on needle tracking system that enhances precision during ultrasound-guided interventions. Shitashii Innovations has developed Emokeigo, a flexible, non-invasive device for speech-impaired patients.
ATTOX Research Laboratories brings AMRIT, a rapid antimicrobial resistance testing solution targeting infections that claim millions of lives each year. Queliz Lifetech is advancing UltraHand, a robotic rehabilitation device aiding stroke and paralysis recovery.
Brela Innovations has built Naibra, smart breast health monitoring pads promoting early detection of breast cancer. Intecog Logistech is introducing Thermadog, a temperature and theft monitoring solution for pharmaceutical logistics.
Raycura Medical Technologies offers BETTER, a rehabilitation platform designed for post-stroke therapy. Saintiant Technologies has developed Vitus, a portable vital health monitoring system to check cardiac and metabolic health. DeepFacts Private Limited presents proRITHM, an AI-powered wearable platform for real-time patient monitoring.
MicroHeal focuses on managing chronic gut disorders through a digital therapeutic approach. Miraii.ai has designed a voice-enabled smart ring for seniors to detect falls and trigger immediate alerts.
Mythri MedTech Solutions has developed Vitals Care Pro, addressing cardio-metabolic diseases through continuous vitals tracking.
Kode Blue Technologies introduces BLU+, an emergency care solution strengthening response systems across smaller cities.
Speaking about the initiative, Kiran Shesh, CEO, Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) at IIT Bombay, said, “ATMAN 3.0 is designed to accelerate India’s HealthTech innovators from research to real-world impact. These entrepreneurs are addressing critical challenges that affect millions – ranging from access to diagnostics and rehabilitation to emergency response and chronic care. Our role is to provide structured mentorship, regulatory guidance, and investor access, enabling their technologies to scale responsibly. By creating a clear pipeline from prototype to commercialization, TIH IIT Bombay aims to strengthen India’s innovation ecosystem and position IIT Bombay as a leading hub for next-generation healthcare technologies.”
Speaking on the occasion, Hardik Joshi, COO of Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) at IIT Bombay said, “ATMAN 3.0 is not just an accelerator, but a launchpad empowering Health-tech founders to innovate responsibly and scale with purpose. With a mission to cultivate an ecosystem where technology and patient-centric outcomes converge to shape a healthier future for India, we at TIH IIT Bombay aim to encourage the transformation of early prototypes into market-ready solutions, via tailored mentorship and strategic support. We are extremely delighted at hosting the third edition of ATMAN and we look forward to more such opportunities as we move towards a Viksit Bharat.”
Market research, product development, business strategy, financial planning, regulatory preparedness, and investor involvement are all covered in the program’s eight modules. In order to ensure that innovation is balanced with clinical and commercial viability, startups receive ongoing mentorship from domain experts, doctors, and business professionals.
The program’s last day, the Demo Day on January 9, 2026, will include talks about future technology models in healthcare, investment trends, and regulatory frameworks in addition to business pitches.
Additionally, it will provide a forum for portfolio firms from previous TIH IIT Bombay programs to interact with investors for collaborations and additional funding. Founders, investors, and industry stakeholders will be able to collaborate in dedicated networking spaces, guaranteeing meaningful conversation that goes beyond the event.
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