Call for applications at Leap Ahead 2nd Edition Mentorship Program. Pitch your idea and get funding up to Rs. 1 crore. Apply by Jan 15, 2025.
About Leap Ahead
After the tremendous success of its 1st edition, LEAP AHEAD (Launchpad for Tech Entrepreneurs towards Accelerated growth and Pioneering AHEAD) is back with its 2nd edition! In collaboration with TiE Delhi-NCR and top investors, STPI launches this pan-India initiative to help tech startups accelerate growth. Gain high-quality mentorship, secure investments, and establish global connections. If you’re a tech startup with early traction or in the growth stage, this is your chance to scale! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the LEAP AHEAD program, startups must meet the following criteria:
- The challenge is open to Indian startups working in software product development domains.
- Startups registered with DPIIT under the Startup India initiative are encouraged to apply.
- The startup must be a Private Limited Company.
- The startup should be in the scaling or growth stage, or planning to expand into new geographical locations or diversify its products.
- The startup must have generated at least Rs. 10 Lakhs in revenue, with a minimum of one year’s audited balance sheet or filed ITR.
- The startup should have raised a minimum of Rs. 25 Lakhs from external investors (this requirement is waived for bootstrapped startups).
Preference will be given to startups that:
- Show strong traction, preferably between Seed and Series A stages.
- Are building a scalable product or service with a significant total addressable market and a defensible growth model.
At least 51% shareholding with Indian citizen or person of Indian origin. The applicant’s entity should not be a subsidiary company of any foreign corporation.
Benefits
- A 3-month intensive mentorship in hybrid mode, blend of virtual and in-person sessions
- Opportunity to access vast network and get 1-on-1 mentorship with investors and industry experts
- Funding of upto Rs. 1 Cr after grooming & hand holding by leading investors
- Networking opportunity and Global Market Exposure
- Incubation in STPI’s Centers Pan India
- Cloud Credits and other benefits from leading third-party service providers
Important Dates
- Application submission start date: 15th October 2024.
- Application submission end date: 15th January 2025.
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply here.
Mode
Hybrid mode
Contact Details
- For contest queries: leap.ahead[at]stpinext.in
- For technical support: support.sayuj[at]stpi.in
