Startup Funding & Events - Weekly Updates
Here are few of the funding and events happening in the startup ecosystem.
Investment Opportunities:
1. Name: NIDHI - PRAYAS by FiiRE 2024
Date: Apply by 31 December
Amount: Up to ₹1m grant
Equity Taken: Not Specified
2. Name: CHITKARA AGRIXCELERATOR ‘25
Date: Apply by Jan 5’ 25
Amount: Up to ₹1m prize
Equity Taken: Not Specified
Link: https://www.chitkara.edu.in/ciif/CIIF-DST-Nidhi-Accelerator-Program.php
3. Name: NetApp Excellerator Cohort #14
Date: Apply by Jan 6’ 25
Amount: $15k pilot
Equity Taken: Not Specified
Link: https://startup.netapp.in/
4. Name: IIMK LIVE BIP 25 R1
Date: Apply by Apr 30’ 25
Amount: Up to ₹10m investment
Equity Taken: 5-10%
Link: https://www.iimklive.org/bip
5. Name: Thrive 9.0 by Marwari Catalysts
Date: Apply by December 31, 2024
Amount: Up to ₹2.5m investment
Equity Taken: 5-6%
Link: https://www.f6s.com/visionx-virtual-pitch-day/about
Startup Events:
1. Event: CXO Connect: Networking Breakfast
Location: Gurgaon, India
Date: Jan 10 '25 (7:00am - 10:00am)
Description: CXO Connect is an exclusive networking event organized by CXO India - for CEOs, Founders, and investors, to share insights, foster connections, and explore opportunities over breakfast.
Website for registration: https://www.cxoindia.com/event-details/cxo-connect-networking-breakfast
2. Event: Startup Investors Forum New Delhi 2025
Location: Nojoto Creator Hub, Delhi
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025 · 10:30am - 1:30pm IST
Description: Uniting entrepreneurs, investors, and experts to forge connections share insights and seize startup opportunities. Discover promising ventures network and collaborate in a dynamic environment of innovation.
Website for registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-investors-forum-new-delhi-2025-tickets-1112565797249
3. Event: Entrepreneur's Mixer (Delhi NCR)
Location: Sector 4 Noida Noida, UP 201301
Date: Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:00 - 16:00 IST
Description: Its purpose is to help entrepreneurs connect with like-minded individuals, find solutions to business challenges, expand their networks, learn from the experiences of others, and end the weekend on a positive note.
Website for registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneurs-mixer-delhi-ncr-tickets-1105734404369
4. Event: Startup Valley - The Coolest Startup Event of Bengaluru
Location: HSR Layout Bengaluru, KA
Date: Sunday, January 19, 2025 · 2:30 - 7pm IST
Description: India’s First Conceptual Startup Event & Invite-only fun experience for Startup People to Play, Learn & Make Friends.
Website for registration: https://startupparty.in/register-for-startup-valley/
5. Event: India Tech Summit
Location: TBA New Delhi, DL
Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2025 · 10am - 1pm IST
Description: India Tech Summit is an international program organized by Global Startup Ecosystem, featuring global speakers and partners passionate about the future of India.
Website for registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/india-tech-summit-tickets-97765875365