Women-in-Tech Startup Accelerator

A step up from Samriddhi: this one is for women-led technology companies past validation, and it is explicit that idea-stage applicants are not what it is looking for. It is closed; the last round ran in 2024.

What you get

• Business and leadership coaching through online workshops on product management, customer acquisition, business strategy, financial management, operations, marketing and leadership
• A deep-dive gap analysis that produces an individual growth plan for the business
• One-to-one mentorship with a lead mentor for the whole programme
• Fundraising and investor-readiness work with a dedicated fund manager, covering your pitch, valuation and data room
• Access to the centre's investor network and to networking events

Who can apply

• Technology startups with high growth potential and a scalable model
• At least one woman on the founding team with a substantial equity stake or a C-suite role
• Legally incorporated and trading for more than two years, above a stated annual income threshold
• Some validation or traction — a minimum viable product or service with market fit and room to scale

How selection works: up to 15 women entrepreneurs are chosen in two stages. First the team reviews applications and interviews those shortlisted one to one; then finalists present to the programme jury. Selection weighs the viability of the business, its growth and scaling potential, and the founders' commitment.

How to apply: Through the online form on the programme page when a call opens. Note the page gives its length as both 15 weeks and four months, and quotes two different programme fees — ask the centre which is current.