National
Innovation
Agency
Where
Innovation
Innovation
Only Matters
The National Innovation Agency (NIA) is established as mandated by ACT, No. 22 of 2019 with the specific aim of promoting better understanding on innovations in the fields of social, science and technology, defense, environment and service, and their impact on the economy of the country
Innovation
Technology
& Innovation

Our Views
National Innovation Agency has been instituted at a time of critical need. As an agency mandated to Innovation it would do its creative best to ensure that Innovation becomes the accepted norm in ensuring our economy enters into a trajectory of economic growth and brings about a significant quality of life and standard of living. Team NIA understands the urgent need for effective collaboration across a more engaged national innovation ecosystem.
Prof.Ajith de Alwis
Vision
A better Sri Lanka through innovation
Mission
To simulate and develop the innovation eco-system in Sri Lanka
Objectives
- Formulating NATIONAL POLICIES in respect of innovations
- Ensuring NATIONAL RESEARCH is aligned with and contributes to the economy
- COORDINATING innovators and initiatives to foster impact
- Identifying any OBSTACLES in the public and private sector that hamper innovation
- Establishing a vibrant NATIONAL INNOVATION ECO SYSTEM, partnering with the private sector
National Innovation Space
Upcoming Events
National Innovation Space
NIA News feed
Recent Events

The joint initiative of NIA and DFCC to support the adaptation of Biogas Technology in Sri Lanka

The discussion forum on disrupting the economic status quo of Sri Lanka through endogenous innovation.

The discussion forum on disrupting the economic status quo of Sri Lanka through endogenous innovation.


Big talk in Ada Derana

NIA Web Launch

Collaboration with Citra social innovation lab

TISC@NIA
Technology Innovation Support Center
The WIPO Technology and Innovation Support Center (TISC) program provides innovators in developing countries with access to locally based, high-quality technology information and related services, helping them to exploit their innovative potential and to create, protect, and manage their intellectual property (IP) rights.” – www.wipo.int
TISC@NIA is the successor of TISC@COSTI which was launched on 18th December 2014 targeting to simulate innovation by increasing awareness of IP and promoting the scope and quality of innovation in Sri Lanka
Our Collaborators
Our Innovation Platforms
National Innovation dashboard
B2P
platform
Virtual
Accelerator

Are you passionate about innovation……..
Do you think innovation can change our country……..
It’s your time to be a part
National Innovation agency opens up hands to all volunteers who are keen to support the country