AIM (Atal Innovation Mission) provides a grant-in-aid of ₹20.00 lakh for establishing an Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL). This comprises a one-time establishment charge of up to ₹10.00 lakh in the first year. This initial funding is allocated for acquiring instruments, prototyping equipment, including do-it-yourself kits, 3D printers, electronic tools, etc. The remaining ₹10.00 lakh is distributed over a maximum period of 5 years, covering operational expenses such as equipment maintenance, purchase of consumables, organization of science lectures, innovation events, scientific activities, competitions, and payment of honorariums to faculty and mentors involved in the ATL.