Kerala Startup Mission partners with TrEST Research Park to accelerate EV innovation

Trivandrum / January 15, 2026

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan. 15: Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) has announced a strategic collaboration with Trivandrum Engineering Science & amp; Technology (TrEST) Research Park to launch a six-month deep-tech incubation program focused on accelerating early-stage innovators and startups in the electric mobility ecosystem.

The programme, titled EVolve – EV Innovation Cohort, aims to nurture innovators and startup founders working across the electric vehicle (EV) value chain.

Evolve will cover the entire spectrum of electric mobility such as vehicle design, battery and energy storage technologies, power electronics, charging infrastructure, software and connectivity solutions, and circular economy innovations.

The program is structured to provide comprehensive support through technical validation, domain-specific mentorship, industry linkages, and access to a strong innovation ecosystem. Over the six-month engagement, selected startups will undergo a focused incubation journey designed to strengthen product readiness and market alignment, culminating in a Demo Day, where participants will present their solutions to industry leaders, investors, and ecosystem stakeholders.

By bringing together KSUM’s robust startup enablement framework and TrEST Research Park’s deep-tech research and industry-academia interface, EVolve seeks to catalyse high-impact innovations that contribute to sustainable mobility and India’s evolving EV landscape.
Applications are now open for innovators, researchers, and startups passionate about shaping the future of electric mobility and allied technologies. The deadline for submitting applications is 27th January 2026.

To learn more about the program and application details, visit: https://ksum.in/evolve

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