Catalyst 30
A programme by Indian Institute of Technology Jammu
Investment-readiness and seed funding programme for early-stage, revenue-generating startups, with equity-based seed funding and mentoring. Run by I3C with support from SIDBI.
At a glance
| Best for | DPIIT-recognised startups with 6 months of revenue that are raising seed capital to scale |
|---|---|
| Stage | Early revenue |
| Cost | Free, takes equity |
About Catalyst 30
Catalyst 30 is an investment-readiness and seed funding programme run by I3C – IIT Jammu with support from SIDBI. It pairs structured mentoring and financial planning with equity-based seed funding, for early-stage startups that already earn revenue.
What you get
- 1-1 mentoring with sector experts, investors and industry experts
- Financial planning support for using funds and staying compliant
- Networking with investors, banks and corporate partners
- Post-funding support on scaling and follow-on fundraising
Who can apply
- Startups registered and recognised by DPIIT
- Startups with consistent revenue for at least 6 months
- Startups seeking a raise to scale operations (the programme page states the raise range)
Catalyst 30 is sector-agnostic.
How selection works: applications are evaluated on the scalability of the business model, revenue traction and market potential, the strength of the founding team, and alignment with investor-readiness goals. Shortlisted startups are contacted for further evaluation rounds.
How to apply: submit the online application through the Apply Now link on the programme page. There is no fee to apply or take part. Funding is equity or SAFE based, not debt, and is released after due diligence and the signing of the investment agreements.