Batch #15 acceleration programme

Darwin's investment-track accelerator for early-stage startups. Applications for Batch #15 closed on 25 September 2026, and the 12-week acceleration is scheduled to start in January 2027.

What you get

• An investment in exchange for a stake of 2% in the company, through a convertible loan at the start of the programme, with access to Darwin Perks.
• Individual follow-up, a personalised acceleration plan, and mentors and specialists matched to your challenges.
• Introductions to founders in the Darwin portfolio, and psychological support for founders.
• Perks, credits and tools from programme partners.

Who can apply

• Early-stage startups with at least one founder working full-time on the business. A solo founder can apply.

How selection works: a form, then an interview with the Darwin team, then an in-person Darwin Day evaluation at a venue to be announced, then a four-week Seleção Natural immersion. The site gives two different counts for this stage: up to five startups approved for the acceleration, and up to 10 moving into the immersion.

How to apply: applications are closed. The site offers pre-registration for Batch #16.