IMPunjab Accelerator Program

The IMPunjab Accelerator is the mission's scale programme. It is aimed at startups with early traction, strong teams and a clear ambition to grow from Punjab to global markets. Its page names three cohorts of startups, and a link to apply for the next cohort.

What you get

• Mentorship from a network of more than 180 mentors and experts, according to the programme page
• Execution support and partnerships
• Investor access, including connections to more than 100 investors and grant programmes
• Deep dives, workshops and immersion sessions run across the cohort

Who can apply

• Startups at the early revenue stage that want to scale and become investment-ready
• Committed founders with strong technical or business expertise
• Startups building innovative, technology-driven solutions to real-world problems
• DPIIT recognition under the Startup India guidelines is required
• A presence in Punjab through operations, registration or incubation is required
• Early revenue or at least one commercial pilot is preferred
• Open to every sector

How to apply: The programme page carries a Register for Accelerator Program and Apply For Next Cohort button. When we last checked, the linked online form was not available, so check the page for the current intake. A standard success fee applies to this programme.