Partnership Announcement

MS Ramaiah College of Arts, Science, and Commerce Partners with Thellion Ventures to Strengthen Student Entrepreneurship and Startup Incubation

 

Bengaluru, India — May 2026 — MS Ramaiah College of Arts, Science, and Commerce has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Thellion Ventures to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup incubation among students.

May 18, 2026

This collaboration aims to create a dynamic ecosystem where students can transform innovative ideas into scalable businesses through mentorship, industry exposure, incubation support, and access to investors and startup networks.

The partnership reflects a shared vision between the institution and Thellion Ventures to bridge the gap between academia and industry by equipping students with practical entrepreneurial experience, strategic guidance, and real-world business exposure.

Key Areas of Collaboration

Startup Incubation & Mentorship

Students will receive incubation support, mentorship, and guidance from experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts.

Investor & Industry Connect

Opportunities to present ideas to angel investors, venture capitalists, and startup ecosystem stakeholders.

Business Strategy & Market Readiness

Guidance on business planning, go-to-market strategies, product positioning, and scaling.

Technology & Innovation Support

Encouraging innovation-driven projects in AI, FinTech, Sustainability, and emerging sectors.

Pitch Events & Startup Showcases

Jointly organized startup showcases and innovation challenges to connect students with collaborators and investors.

Speaking about the partnership, representatives from both organizations emphasized the importance of empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through practical exposure, mentorship, and ecosystem-driven support.

Dr.Pushpa, the Principal of MS Ramaiah College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, stated that the collaboration aligns with the institution’s vision of preparing students not only for careers but also for leadership and entrepreneurship in the global economy.

Dr. Akshay, Head of the Department of MBA at MS Ramaiah College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, stated that this collaboration with Thellion Ventures represents a significant opportunity for students to bridge academic learning with real-world entrepreneurial experience.

Naren Narayana, CEO & Managing Partner from Thellion Ventures highlighted that India’s growing startup ecosystem presents immense opportunities for students, and the partnership aims to provide structured guidance and industry access to help young founders build impactful ventures from the campus level itself.

This MoU marks a significant step toward building a strong entrepreneurship culture within academic institutions and enabling students to become innovators, job creators, and future business leaders.

About MS Ramaiah College

MS Ramaiah College of Arts, Science, and Commerce is a premier educational institution in Bengaluru committed to academic excellence, holistic student development, innovation, and industry-oriented learning across diverse disciplines.

About Thellion Ventures

Thellion Ventures is a strategic management consulting and venture incubation firm focused on startup advisory, innovation enablement, GCC advisory, business strategy, technology guidance, and entrepreneurial ecosystem development.