Amrita TBI Accelerator
A programme by Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
A six month programme for software startups, from the idea stage to the first few customers, aimed at investment readiness by Demo Day.
At a glance
| Best for | Software startups from the idea stage through their first few customers. |
|---|---|
| Stage | Idea – Early revenue |
| Duration | Six months |
| Format | Hybrid |
| Cost | No equity |
About Amrita TBI Accelerator
The Amrita TBI Accelerator is a six month programme for information technology (software) startups. Startups get support in testing and iterating their products, mentoring by domain experts, regular engagement with investors and access to international markets through partnered incubators. The programme is virtual, with initial sessions at the Amritapuri office in Kollam.
The site says Amrita TBI does not take equity for joining the accelerator. Funding is given as a loan or equity on Demo Day. The apply page shows applications as closed and the stated deadline has passed, so check with Amrita TBI before you plan to apply.
Who can apply
- Information technology (software) startups, from the idea stage through the first few customers
How selection works: Online application, then an online pitch to the selection committee. The top startups are selected and also incubated by Amrita TBI.
How to apply: Complete the online form, which explains the problem you solve, your solution, value proposition and competitive advantage.
Where to apply
Other Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham programmes
- Amrita TBI Incubation ProgramPhysical or virtual incubation for startups at the idea and growth stages, for up to three years.
- Amrita TBI NIDHI-PRAYASA prototype grant for an aspiring innovator or startup that wants to turn an idea into a prototype.
- Amrita TBI NIDHI-EIRAn Entrepreneur-in-Residence programme with a monthly subsistence grant for a budding entrepreneur with a technology business idea.
- MeitY Startup Hub GENESIS Entrepreneur-in-ResidenceAn Entrepreneur-in-Residence grant under the MeitY Startup Hub GENESIS scheme, run by Amrita TBI. The recent cohorts are closed.
- MeitY Startup Hub GENESIS Matching InvestmentA matching investment for eligible tech startups, with a six month acceleration programme to help them raise investment from venture capitalists and angel investors.
- Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (run by Amrita TBI)A seed fund from DPIIT for proof of concept, prototype development, product trials and market entry, disbursed by Amrita TBI as a partner incubator.
- Amrita TBI PitchFestA pitch platform for startups that want seed investment and incubation space at Amrita TBI. The last dated submission deadline has passed.