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class=\"faq-section\">\n  <div class=\"faq-inner\">\n    <header class=\"faq-header\">\n      <div class=\"faq-kicker\">Help &amp; support<\/div>\n      <h2 class=\"faq-title\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n      <p class=\"faq-subtext\">\n        Everything you need to know about the DTU Innovation &amp; Incubation Foundation and our incubation programs.\n      <\/p>\n    <\/header>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-list\">\n\n      <!-- FAQ 1 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">What is an incubator, and what services does it provide to startups?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              An incubator is an organization that supports the growth and development of early-stage startups.\n              At DTU-IIF, we provide mentorship, access to funding, networking opportunities, co-working space,\n              and a supportive community to help founders build sustainable businesses.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 2 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">Who is eligible to apply for incubation at your facility?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              Our eligibility criteria may vary with respect to programs, but we generally accept applications\n              from early-stage startups and entrepreneurs with innovative business ideas.\n            <\/p>\n            <p>\n              Specific criteria and detailed guidelines are available on our program page.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 3 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">How can I apply for incubation at your facility?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              To apply for incubation, visit our website, navigate to the application section,\n              and fill out the online application form. Once submitted, our team will review\n              your application and get in touch with you.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 4 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">What resources and facilities do you provide to startups?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              We offer startups access to co-working spaces, mentorship, funding opportunities,\n              networking events, legal and IP support, educational programs, and access to industry experts.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 5 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">How long can a startup stay in your incubator program?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              The usual duration of incubation is 2 years, with the possibility of a one-year extension\n              based on performance and program guidelines.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 6 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">What types of startups do you typically work with?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              DTU-IIF is sector agnostic. We work with technology-driven and innovation-led startups across\n              various domains and are flexible in adapting to emerging sectors.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/article>\n\n      <!-- FAQ 7 -->\n      <article class=\"faq-item\">\n        <button class=\"faq-question\" type=\"button\">\n          <span class=\"text\">Do you take equity or charge fees for your services?<\/span>\n          <span class=\"faq-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n            <svg viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><path d=\"M3 8.75h10v-1.5H3z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n          <\/span>\n        <\/button>\n        <div class=\"faq-answer-wrapper\">\n          <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n            <p>\n              Our charges vary with respect to the program and services availed.\n              For specific details, please contact DTU-IIF at +91-11-27852207\n              or write to <a href=\"mailto:dtu.iif@gmail.com\">dtu.iif@gmail.com<\/a>.\n            <\/p>\n          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