The Education Department (Higher and Technical), Government of Gujarat has introduced Student Start-up and Innovation Policy, SSIP (2017-2021) for creation of an innovation and Pre-Incubation Ecosystem Supports for students (IPIES). Under this scheme Gujarat Knowledge Society (GKS) has recognised GCET as a Nodal Agency for implementation of SSIP and GCET has received financial support of Rs. 5 lakh (Rupees five lakh only) for this academic year.