About GIC
Gujranwala Incubation Center (GIC) is Pakistan's first industry-owned startup incubator, working under an MOU with the Gujranwala Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI). We help founders, developers and students turn ideas into registered, growing businesses.
Who we are
GIC is based at Sheranwala Bagh, GT Road, Gujranwala. We provide the workspace, mentorship and industry connections that local talent needs, and link startups directly with the city's manufacturing and business community through GCCI.
Our vision
To establish Gujranwala as a leading technology hub, enabling local startups to compete at an international level.
What we offer
Startup Incubation
A 6-month incubation cycle with workspace, mentors, legal support and investor connections, for up to 12 startups per cohort.
Co-Working Space
Day and night shift desks with fiber internet, power backup, meeting pods and podcast studios.
IT Training
4 to 5 week courses in web development, Flutter, Python, AI/ML and cloud, each at two levels.
Legal & IP Services
SECP company registration, trademark and patent filing, FBR tax compliance and contracts.
Industrial Digitization
Technology services that connect local startups and developers with Gujranwala industry.
Free Internship Program
A free 3-month internship that gives students hands-on experience on real projects.
The incubation journey
- 01
Outreach & Enrollment
Public outreach and rolling sign-ups to find promising regional ideas.
- 02
Screening & Selection
Pitch reviews and interviews by an Academic Council.
- 03
Bootcamp Induction
A 2-week validation bootcamp pairing founders with business mentors.
- 04
Incubation Journey
A formal 6-month incubation cycle with workspace access and seed tools.
- 05
Venture Formulation
Prototyping, engineering reviews, IP filings and software deployment.
- 06
Industrial Alignment
Matchmaking with Gujranwala manufacturers for industrial pilots.
- 07
Funding & Investment
Pitching at Demo Days to selected investors and venture capitalists.
- 08
Launch & Scaling
Graduation as a scalable, legally registered company.
Work with GIC
Apply to the incubation program, join a training course, or visit us to see the space.