Plug and Play startup ecosystem
A programme by Plug and Play Tech Center
A free, stage-agnostic way to join Plug and Play's network and be matched with its corporate partners; startups apply online and are reviewed by its Ventures team.
At a glance
| Best for | Startups at any stage, from any country |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free, no equity |
About Plug and Play startup ecosystem
The standing way into Plug and Play itself. Any startup at any stage from any country can apply to join its ecosystem. It is free, the company takes no equity, and it charges no fees or commissions to be in the ecosystem and take part in its activities. The company describes its own investing as pre-seed, seed and Series A rounds.
What you get
- Review by the Ventures team
- A call if the team considers the startup a fit
- An invitation to register on Playbook, an invite-only internal platform, so staff can introduce the startup to corporate partners
- Access to the wider network: the company lists over 800 events a year where startups can attend or pitch
Who can apply
- Startups at any stage, from any country
- Teams whose work fits what its corporate partners are looking for
How selection works: The Ventures team reviews each application and reaches out if the startup qualifies.
How to apply: Fill in the startup form on the company's site. The Ventures team reviews it and follows up if there is a fit.
Where to apply
Other Plug and Play Tech Center programmes
- GIFT IFIH Residential ProgramEquity-free incubation for idea-to-MVP fintech startups building at GIFT City: twelve weeks onsite at GIFT IFIH, then three months of virtual support.
- GIFT IFIH Women in Fintech Investment Readiness AcceleratorA GIFT IFIH programme that prepares women-led fintech startups to raise capital, with a GIFT City immersion, weekly pitch sessions and guaranteed one-to-one investor meetings.
- GIFT IFIH Always On ProgramA rolling growth programme for post-seed to Series D fintech startups, with quarterly onboarding and three months of active support through the GIFT City ecosystem.
- GIFT IFIH Young Builders' ProgramAn eight-week builder journey for students and young innovators: a fintech ideation hackathon at GIFT City followed by a residency for selected teams.