GJCEI — Infinity
The Golden Jubilee Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation, popularly known as "Infinity,"
was inaugurated on the University Campus in 2019 to mark the 50th anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev
University's establishment. This landmark centre was set up with the financial and
institutional support of the Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) 2.0, a flagship
Government of India programme aimed at transforming higher education.
GJCEI was conceived with a clear and purposeful mandate: to generate and nurture new
knowledge, foster a culture of innovation, promote entrepreneurship among youth, and sharpen
the skill sets of the next generation of leaders. The centre aspires to create a thriving
ecosystem where ideas take shape, startups flourish, and students evolve into confident
entrepreneurs and problem-solvers.
GJCEI currently mentors 51 active startups spanning diverse thrust areas and
continues to expand its impact across the campus and the wider Punjab region. The associated
startups have also received support from Startup Punjab, Innovation Mission Punjab, Startup
India, etc., with a collective ₹83.10 lakh in funding, seed support, and
cash prizes.
Through SHE Cohort 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0, organized in collaboration with PSCST, GJCEI has
supported women-led startups through seed funding. Five women-led startups from GJCEI-GNDU
were honored by the Government of Punjab on Independence Day. In addition, 24 GJCEI-GNDU
startups showcased their innovative products at PITEX (Punjab International Trade Expo),
Amritsar, 2025.
The centre is driven by an inclusive organizational model that brings together student
participation, faculty involvement, and alumni engagement. To ensure effective governance,
detailed mandates, focus areas, and operational policies have been developed, supported by a
strong advisory board that periodically reviews the centre's processes and progress. The
Centre collaborates with key organizations including PSCST, District Administration,
Amritsar, District Bureau of Employment and Enterprises, Amritsar, Startup Punjab, Invest
Punjab, Innovation Mission Punjab, PHD Chamber of Commerce, FICCI-FLO Amritsar, etc. GJCEI
also serves as a mentorship partner for the Future Tycoon Program of the District
Administration, Amritsar.
GJCEI provides startups with mentoring, networking, funding access, infrastructure, technical
facilities, capacity building, and ecosystem linkages. Dedicated mentors support startups in
developing ideas, strengthening business models, and exploring growth opportunities.
Outreach, Training and Capacity Building
Over the years, GJCEI has undertaken a wide range of activities to promote entrepreneurial
thinking, innovation, skill development, and awareness among students and the wider
community. The Centre's key outreach and capacity-building initiatives include:
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Workshops: Conducted 62 workshops, reaching 3,848 students and providing practical learning and skill-development opportunities.
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Outreach Activities: Organized 11 outreach activities, reaching 1,300 participants/community members across different locations of Punjab.
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Conferences/Seminars/Expert Sessions: Organized 38 conferences, seminars and expert sessions featuring industry professionals, entrepreneurs, academicians, and domain experts, focusing on innovation, entrepreneurship, emerging technologies, knowledge exchange, and industry exposure.
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IPR Sessions: Organized 7 IPR sessions to create awareness about intellectual property rights, protection, registration, and commercialization among students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Competitions and Innovation Activities: Organized 6 idea-pitching competitions, startup yatras, mega idea hunt events, and other Ideathons to encourage creativity and entrepreneurial thinking.
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Visitors: The Centre has welcomed 6,409 students from schools, colleges, institutes, and universities, along with 96 eminent visitors from reputed institutions and organizations.
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E-Spotlight: To enhance visibility and inspire young minds, GJCEI launched E-Spotlight, a chat show featuring successful entrepreneurs, with 18 entrepreneurs participating so far.
Through these initiatives, GJCEI continues to extend its activities beyond the University
campus, engaging students, aspiring entrepreneurs, women, youth, rural communities, and other
emerging groups and contributing to the development of an inclusive and innovation-driven
entrepreneurial ecosystem in Punjab.
Prof. (Dr.) Vasudha Sambyal
Prof. (Dr.) Vasudha Sambyal is a Professor of Human Genetics with three decades of experience
of academic contributions and various administrative responsibilities at Guru Nanak Dev
University, Amritsar. She has multiple scientific publications based on extensive research in
cancer genetics, supported by central funding agencies like DBT, DST, UGC.
In keeping with the mandate of GJCEI, Prof. Vasudha interacts with the students and faculty
of different departments of GNDU, government agencies, industry partners to forge a
synergistic partnership for nurturing and encouraging students to develop business acumen,
be "job creators" and to expand the reach and resources of GJCEI.
Deputy Coordinator
Dr. Aparna Bhatia
GJCEI boasts state-of-the-art physical infrastructure that is purpose-built to support
innovation, collaboration, and entrepreneurial activity. The centre's facilities have been
designed to cater to every stage of a startup's journey — from ideation and prototyping to
mentoring and business operations — all under one roof.
Spaces & Rooms
1,200 sq. ft. Lounge Area
Multimedia Room
Co-working Space (40 Startups)
Business Meeting Room
Rentable Office Spaces
IPR Cell
Capacity Building Room
Skill Labs
Discovery Lab
Coordinator's Chamber
Administrative Office
Pantry
Equipment & Machines
To transform ideas into tangible innovations, GJCEI is equipped with cutting-edge machines and
instruments installed in GJCEI and different departments of GNDU namely Department of
Agriculture, Department of Mechanical Engineering and University School of Financial Studies.
These tools are specifically curated to boost creativity, support prototyping, and enhance the
technical skills of students across disciplines.
Equipment Installed at GJCEI
PCB Prototyping Machines
Digital Cameras
Multimeters
Flat Bed Heat Press Machine (6x6)
3D Scanners
DC Power Supplies
Flat Bed Heat Press Machine (15x15)
86" Interactive Flat Panels
Automatic Agar-Bati Making Machine
Electronic Workbenches
Workstations
Broom Sticks Making Machine
Function Generators
Dell All-In-One Desktop Computers / Laptops
Mug Printing Press Machine
Ai Builder Workstation
Digital IC Testers
Printers
Hydraulic Machine
IoT Learning Kits
3D Printers
Equipment Installed in Other Departments
Solar Dryer
Automatic Weather Station
Line Extrusion System
GPU Servers
CIROS Simulation System
Easyport Training Kits
FluidSIM Pneumatic Simulation Software
Virtual CNC Simulator
GJCEI firmly believes that transforming ideas into reality requires more than infrastructure
— it requires a robust and connected ecosystem of mentors, investors, entrepreneurs, and
institutions. To this end, the centre has forged strong partnerships with a wide range of
national and international organizations, creating a network that students, researchers,
and startups can actively leverage.
National & International Partners
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Startup Punjab, Government of Punjab — State-level entrepreneurship policy and funding
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Innovation Mission Punjab — Regional innovation acceleration and ecosystem building
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Punjab State Council for Science and Technology (PSCST), Chandigarh — Science and technology funding
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Startup Cell, MHRD, New Delhi — Policy support and national startup linkages
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Sabudh Foundation – Artificial Intelligence
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Indigram Labs Foundation, New Delhi — Agri-tech and grassroots innovation
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IIT Ropar — Technical expertise and joint research initiatives
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FICCI — Industry-academia collaboration on skill development and research
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District Bureau of Employment and Enterprises — Employment and entrepreneurship support
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PUM Netherlands — Entrepreneurship coaching and Dutch expertise exchange
Industry & Chamber Partners
GJCEI provides students with valuable opportunities to engage with leading industry bodies
and chambers of commerce, enabling real-world exposure and professional networking. These
interactions bridge the gap between academia and industry, equipping students with insights
that go beyond the classroom.
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Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) — Industry mentorship and policy advocacy sessions
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PHD Chamber of Commerce — Business networking and entrepreneurship dialogue
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World Sikh Chamber of Commerce (WSCC) — Connect Entrepreneurs worldwide for networking, mentorship and community growth.