Fuelerator 3.0 LAN Startup Fund
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Quick Answer
Fuelerator 3.0, by Ludhiana Angels Network (LAN) and MBCIE, offers ₹50 Lakh equity funding and a BCU, UK Startup Exchange Program opportunity to scalable startups at the prototype or revenue stage.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50L
- Funding type
- Equity
- Provider
- Ludhiana Angels Network
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 30 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Ludhiana Angels Network. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this funding program
The Fuelerator 3.0 program, brought to you by Ludhiana Angels Network (LAN) in collaboration with Munjal BCU Centre of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MBCIE), is designed to empower scalable startups beyond just capital. It aims to provide the essential ecosystem, valuable conversations, and timely opportunities crucial for a startup's growth journey. This edition is dedicated to fostering innovation and impact, supporting ventures that are ready to transform the future.
Fuelerator 3.0 is a sector-agnostic initiative, welcoming applications from startups that have developed a prototype or are already generating revenue. The program is specifically structured to identify and invest in high-potential ventures, offering a robust platform for growth and international exposure. With a total fund of ₹2 Crore, the program will select four promising startups, each receiving substantial equity funding to fuel their expansion.
Beyond the financial investment, selected startups will gain access to an invaluable BCU, UK Startup Exchange Program. This unique opportunity is designed to provide global exposure, connect founders with international mentors, and facilitate learning from diverse entrepreneurial ecosystems. It underscores LAN's commitment to building platforms that connect startups with not just funding, but also industry insights and global opportunities, helping them scale from a business to a thriving enterprise.
Eligibility
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Funding providers
Ludhiana Angels Network, usually called LAN, is an angel investor network based in Ludhiana, Punjab. It is a limited liability partnership of investor-directors that reviews startup applications and brings shortlisted founders to pitch to its investors. Alongside investing, it…
Learn moreMunjal BCU Centre of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MBCIE) is an innovation and entrepreneurship centre on the BCM Campus, Sector 32A, Chandigarh Road, Ludhiana, Punjab. MBCIE says it was established by the Munjal family run BCM Foundation and Birmingham City University in the…
Learn moreBenefits & Funding
- Amount
- Up to ₹50L
What You Get
- ₹50 lakh equity funding for each of 4 selected startups (from a ₹2 crore LAN Startup Fund)
- Opportunity to join the BCU, UK Startup Exchange Program
- Cohort size
- 4 startups
- Application fee
- ₹1000
Timelines & Process
Application Fee
₹1000
Selection Process
Applications are screened after the 30 August 2026 registration close. 30 startups are shortlisted (announced 10 September 2026). 8 of those pitch on 18 September 2026. 4 startups are selected for ₹50 lakh equity funding each and the BCU, UK Startup Exchange Program opportunity.
Application Process
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Register & Apply
Submit your startup application through the official Google Form by the deadline of August 30, 2026.
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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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See the questions before you start
Download every question this programme's application form asks, so you can prepare your answers offline before opening the portal.
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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 funding does Fuelerator 3.0 offer?
Each of the 4 selected startups receives ₹50 lakh as equity funding. The LAN Startup Fund totals ₹2 crore across those 4 tickets. The equity stake percentage is not published.
Who can apply?
This edition is sector agnostic and open to startups at the prototype or revenue stage. Idea-stage applicants are not eligible. The form itself asks you to pick Early Revenue, Growth, or Expansion. No state, DPIIT, or legal-form restriction is stated.
Is there an application fee?
Yes. The form requires a ₹1,000 payment. WhatsApp the payment screenshot to +91 93564 69900 and mark Done on the form.
What is the selection process?
Register via the Google Form by 30 August 2026. 30 startups are shortlisted (announced 10 September 2026). 8 pitch on 18 September 2026. 4 are funded.
What is the BCU, UK Exchange Program?
Selected startups get an opportunity to be part of the BCU, UK Startup Exchange Program, run with Munjal BCU Centre of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (MBCIE), powered by Birmingham City University. Further details are not published in the call.
When is the deadline?
Last date to register is 30 August 2026. Final pitching is on 18 September 2026.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
