Gurukul
A programme by AIC-BIMTECH
An accelerator program for early revenue-generating startups focused on sales strengthening, operations optimization, and market expansion.
About Gurukul
This accelerator program is aimed at nurturing early revenue-generating startups to work towards self-sustainability by strengthening their sales, optimizing operations, and market expansion support by creating new networks and partnerships. Further, deep exposure to investors and aims to deliver one-to-one mentoring. B2B connections are formed through various collaborations with local conglomerates, professional associations, government agencies, etc. with a focus on specialized industries. Eligibility criteria include post MVP stage or advanced product stage, being a revenue-generating startup, registered as a legal entity (Pvt Ltd), DPIIT Registered (as on final selection), and being sector agnostic. It also helps participants develop an idea into an actionable business plan, learn how to create a company, and includes sessions by Subject Matter Experts (SME) for company pillars, exposure to 16 dedicated and experienced SME and mentors for networking, access to incubate benefits, glossary and sample documents, and co-working on a paid basis.
Where to apply
Other AIC-BIMTECH programmes
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