Karnataka Acceleration Network (KAN)

The Karnataka Acceleration Network is a Government of Karnataka initiative to build up the state's acceleration ecosystem. JAIN Launchpad is its mentor accelerator and implementing partner, and takes it into the Beyond Bengaluru regions. The incubator's page describes an acceleration programme of about six months, working through cohort readiness, business strategy, market validation, customer acquisition and investment readiness, and ending in a demo day where startups show their progress to investors. Other lines on the same page give shorter lengths, so confirm the dates for the cohort you are applying to.

What you get

• Domain-specific mentorship tracks from industry leaders
• Workshops and masterclasses on business strategy, fundraising and product development
• Market validation and customer-acquisition support, plus corporate partnerships and pilot opportunities
• Access to infrastructure and market linkages
• Investor connects, curated pitch sessions and a demo day
• Peer learning inside the cohort
• IP support, from awareness through protection and compliance

Who can apply

• Growth-stage startups based in Bengaluru and Beyond Bengaluru Karnataka
• The incubator publishes no eligibility checklist beyond that, so ask before you prepare

How selection works: applications and pitch decks are screened, startups are shortlisted on innovation, scalability, team strength and market potential, shortlisted teams present live to a panel of experts and ecosystem stakeholders, and the top ones join the cohort.

How to apply: the Apply button in the site header leads to a restricted sign-in rather than an open application. Use the eligibility form on the Programmes page and choose Acceleration, or write to info@jainlaunchpad.com.