AI for Fintech Accelerator by SanchiConnect
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Quick Answer
A 24-week fintech accelerator offering upfront investment of INR 2-3 Crore per startup, with term-sheet in 30-45 days, market access, mentorship, and an offshore global demo day.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹3Cr
- Funding type
- Grant
- Provider
- SanchiConnect
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Eligible stage
- Revenue
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 16 December 2025. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by SanchiConnect. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this grant
Pulse AI for Fintech is a 24-week accelerator program jointly launched by SanchiConnect and ThinKuvate. It is designed to provide quick term sheets and fast-track the growth of 4-6 selected startups leveraging AI for FinTech solutions.
The program offers an upfront investment of INR 2-3 Crore per startup, along with a focus on market access through Go-to-Market strategies, partner connects, pilot opportunities, and participation in an offshore global demo day.
Key benefits include one-on-one sessions with industry leaders, seasoned founders, and functional experts, and a term-sheet sign-off within 30-45 days for selected startups.
Eligibility
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Grant providers
SanchiConnect is a deep-tech enablement network founded in 2022 and headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. At its core it is a free-to-join community and matchmaking platform: startups, investors, enterprises and mentors sign up to find each other, rather than apply to be…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹3Cr
- Fund type
- Grant
What You Get
Upfront investment of INR 2-3 Crore per startup, with a term sheet signed within 30-45 days for selected startups.
Application Process
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Submit Application
Complete online application form with startup details, team info, and product description.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Draft your application
Answer the form inside the grant tracker — AI drafts each response using your past answers, so you're not starting from a blank page.
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Line up your documents
Keep every document from the checklist ready in one folder. Missing docs are the #1 reason applications get bounced.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duration of the program?
The program is 24 weeks long.
How much funding does the program provide?
An upfront investment of INR 2-3 Crore per startup.
When can selected startups expect a term sheet?
Within 30-45 days of selection.
What is the cohort size?
4-5 startups.
Is the program currently accepting applications?
No, applications are closed. The program received 598 applications and is currently evaluating them.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
