Atal Tinkering Labs (ATL)
Getting a lab is the first step. Making it a room students use all year is the real work. We help schools plan, equip and run it, with trained teachers, a yearly program and the school software to track it.
The scheme at a glance
Run by
Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog
Grant per selected school
Up to ₹20 lakh over 5 years
How the grant is used
Setting up the lab first, then yearly running costs. Check the exact split on aim.gov.in.
Space
About 1,500 sq ft (about 1,000 sq ft in hilly or island regions)
How to apply
Schools apply directly to AIM. No company can apply for you or guarantee selection.
Information as of November 2026, from the official AIM guidelines. Rules and amounts can change, so always check aim.gov.in before you apply. Atal Innovation Mission (aim.gov.in)
What an ATL means for your school
A dedicated making space
One room for electronics, robotics, 3D printing and sensors.
Teachers who can run it
Every batch needs a confident teacher, not one enthusiast.
Regular use
Weekly sessions, projects and competitions, planned from the start.
A record of use
Attendance, marks and project results tracked in the School ERP and LMS, so the school can show the lab is in use.
From plan to a lab that is in use
- 1
Readiness check
We review your space, grades and timetable against the scheme's requirements.
- 2
Lab plan and equipment
A layout and equipment list that follows the guidelines and fits your students' projects.
- 3
Set-up and teacher training
Installation, safety briefing and hands-on training for your teachers.
- 4
Year-round program
Curriculum, project challenges, competition preparation and regular support.
What You Need, and How We Cover It
Not selected for the grant? We can set up a tinkering lab for your school on a contract, with the same plan and training, within your own budget.
FAQs About Atal Tinkering Labs
No one can guarantee selection. Schools apply directly to the Atal Innovation Mission. We help with the requirements, preparing the space, planning the lab and running it once it is approved.
Scheme details are set and updated by the Government of India. For eligibility, funding and application steps, always refer to the official source.
Official source
Planning an ATL, or want to fix one?
Tell us about your school and your space. We will give you a clear plan.