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Student Entrepreneurship

Students Startup Business Center (SSBC)

SSBC is a visionary initiative of ORIC Principal Seat CUI targeting entrepreneurial learning and experimentation among CUI students with exceptional Technology & AI startup ideas.

Seed Money Grants

Nurturing Student Founders (PKR 200K - 500K Funding)

SSBC iterates calls for competition by inviting business ideas from CUI students of 6th semester onwards. An evaluation committee led by ORIC Principal Seat assesses applications and selects winning ideas that qualify for CUI seed funding ranging from PKR 200,000 to PKR 500,000 per winning team.

Seed money winners are trained formally on entrepreneurial fundamentals and provided cubators to incubate their startup ideas for a full year under regular monitoring, evaluation, and expert guidance. Successful startups spin out as legal business entities serving society.

2026 Batch Achievements

During early half of 2026, SSBC Lahore Campus conducted its application cycle (overall 14th batch CUI / 1st batch at CUI Lahore). 4 potential students got selected for seed money incubation in June 2026, with online startup trainings currently running!

SSBC Startup Nurturing Ecosystem

Enrolled student founders receive comprehensive operational and strategic support services:

Plug & Play Office Space

Fully furnished cubator workspaces equipped with ergonomic furniture, high-speed Wi-Fi, and air conditioning.

Free Utilities

Complimentary access to electricity, power backup, high-speed internet, printing, and meeting rooms.

Seed Funding Grants

Direct equity-free seed grants ranging from PKR 200,000 to PKR 500,000 to build MVP prototypes.

Business Plan Development

Hands-on guidance on market research, financial forecasting, business model canvas, and go-to-market strategies.

Training & Workshops

Regular online and offline workshops on pitch deck creation, financial management, marketing, and legal compliance.

Expert Mentorship

One-on-one sessions with industry veterans, serial entrepreneurs, and domain experts.