YC Co-Founder Matching
A programme by Y Combinator
Free platform for finding a co-founder, with no commitment and no equity, and one of its largest user bases in Bangalore.
At a glance
| Best for | Founders in India and elsewhere looking for a co-founder |
|---|---|
| Stage | Idea |
| Duration | Continuous |
| Format | Online |
| Cost | Free, no equity |
About YC Co-Founder Matching
A free platform YC runs to help founders find co-founders. You build a profile stating your interests, skills and location, YC suggests candidates who fit your preferences, and you send invitations to the ones you want to talk to.
What you get
- Candidate suggestions based on the preferences you set
- No commitment, no equity and no obligation, in YC's own words
- Useful with or without an idea — YC presents it as a place to find one as well as a person
Who can apply
- Founders at any stage, whether ready to start now or getting to know people for later
- Nothing about it requires leaving India: Bangalore is the fourth-largest city on the platform by active profiles, after San Francisco, New York and London
How to apply: Create a profile on the co-founder matching site. It is also included with Startup School.