Accelerator

Women in Fintech Accelerator

A programme by GIFT International Fintech Innovation Hub (IFIH) (International Fintech Innovation Hub)

Eight-week investment-readiness programme for women-led fintech startups.

At a glance

Best forWomen-led fintech startups with early traction preparing to raise
StageMVP – Early revenue
Duration8 weeks
FormatHybrid

About Women in Fintech Accelerator

An 8-week programme to make women-led fintech startups investor-ready. Applications are closed.

What you get

  • A high-intensity immersion in GIFT City on pitch, financial models, capital strategy and regulatory pathways
  • Curated investor matchmaking with a minimum of 6 guaranteed 1:1 investor meetings
  • Weekly pitch sessions with investor feedback
  • Ongoing exposure to investors and ecosystem partners

Who can apply

  • At least one woman founder in a key leadership or decision-making role
  • Building in fintech or financial services
  • A working product with early validation, pilots or initial revenue
  • Planning to raise capital within the next 6 to 12 months
  • A registered company in India or overseas
  • Able to attend the GIFT City immersion in person and complete the virtual part

How to apply: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis during the open window. It is closed now; write to programs@giftifih.in for the next round.

Where to apply

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