Launchpad

Register Your Interest

*Note - This form is only for expressing interest in the program. The actual application form is the final step in the registration process.

Register Your Interest

*Note - This form is only for expressing interest in the program. The actual application form is the final step in the registration process.

Launchpad is a program spanning 100 days, designed to help your startup move from an idea to the implementation stage. For an aspiring entrepreneur, building the foundation to turn a business idea into an up-and-running startup might seem to be daunting at first.

With this program, entrepreneurs can access workshops and reviews, interact with our panel of mentors and industry experts, network with the NSRCEL community, and explore opportunities that help you build a clear and customer-focused startup from scratch.

Program Highlights

Cohort Based Learning

Participation in area specific workshops conducted by industry experts and engagement with peers from across sectors that foster learning.

Area-specific Guidance

Launchpad offers weekly mentorship sessions, focused attention for 3 months.

Access to the NSRCEL Network

Access to a well-knit community of NSRCEL alumni, partners and stakeholders.

Access to the NSRCEL Startup Kit

With exclusive discounts, credits etc from partners like AWS, RazorpayX, Stripe, Zoho and many more.

Program Eligibility

Founder must be of 18 years and above

Startup must be in the idea or prototype stage

How can you apply and get started?

Step 1

Apply for the program

Step 2

Conversation with the NSRCEL Team

Step 3

Pitch your idea to the NSRCEL Team

Please Note:

Applicants will be shortlisted based on the viability of the idea and the proposed solution to the problem proposed to be solved. Selected ventures will enter the 3-month pre-incubation program.

Who are the mentors guiding you?

Anand Iyer

COO – 5C Network, Leadership Coach and Startup Mentor

Aarti B Iyer

Marketing and Business Strategist, Co-Founder – M2 Games

Gopal Rao Addanki

VC and Director, Endiya Partners

Alexander Valiyaveettil John

CEO – Cynapto Technologies, Director – Vvaleti MSPL and Angel Investor

Dharmender Khanna

Angel Investor and Ex-Vice President – SSIPL Retail Ltd

Abhiram Katta

Consultant VC and Member of the Board of Advisors – United Efforts

Harsha Mutt

Independent Consultant Ex-Head of Solution – Financial Servies, HCL Technology

Kalpana Desigan

Head of Product – Business Operations, Postman

Malavika R Harita

Founder and CEO – Brand Circle

Prapulla Sandeep

Consultant and Ex Director – SBU Head, Cognizant

Nagaraja Prakasam

Angel Investor, Startup Mentor and Fund Advisor

Randhir Mishra

Director

Mini Muralidhar

Ex Vice President – Oracle Financial Services Software Ltd

Mohan Sundaram

CEO – ARTILAB Foundation, President – Disability NGOs Alliance Trustee and Board Member – APD Bangalore

Muralidhar Srinivasan

Consultant Director – Trusted Shares and Investments Ltd

Sanjay Sharma

Serial Entrepreneur & Angel Investor

Suman Sasmal

Ex-VP and Head of Delivery, Infosys

Venkatesh Hulikal

Business Leader, Startup Mentor, Technology and Strategy Advisor

Who are the experts guiding you?

Anand Iyer

–COO - 5C Network, Leadership Coach and Startup Mentor

Aarti B Iyer

– Marketing and Business Strategist , Co-Founder-M2 Games

Gopal Rao Addanki

– VC and Director, Endiya Partners

Testimonials

Meet Anurag Joshi, Co-founder, INDrone Aero Systems , a part of Launchpad at NSRCEL

Meet Shantanu Bhede, CEO and Co-Founder of ZERODRAG, a startup of Launchpad at NSRCEL

Meet Sooraj Babu, Founder of Packr Innovations from Launchpad

Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

I am just starting up, am I ready for Launchpad?

We are looking for ventures in the ideation and prototyping stage. So, yes. You are ready for Launchpad.

Does the program focus on specific sectors or geographies?

We are sector agnostic and are open to early-stage ideas from across the country.

Can a single founder apply to the program?

Yes. We accept applications from solo founders.

When can I apply?

We are open for applications. You can apply here

What do you look for in an applicant?

Founders are required to be committed to their idea full-time and must demonstrate the ability and entrepreneurial mindset to build and grow an organization.

I have two ideas? Can I submit two applications?

Each applicant must apply with a single idea

What stage should the startup be in to be eligible?

Apart from early-stage startups that demonstrate the potential to innovate, implement and create, we also welcome ideas from potential entrepreneurs wanting to start their own businesses.

Do we receive any funding?

As a part of this program, the top 3 startups stand a chance to avail grants of upto Rs 5 Lakhs

Where will the program take place?

The program is fundamentally online. However, we are planning one week of an in-person program here in Bangalore, subject to the COVID situation and permissions.

What will I learn from this program?

We have designed the program to cover multiple topics under the large theme of Product Solution Fit, Product Market Fit and Solution Market Fit.

Do I need to be present for the entire duration of the program?

Yes. We highly recommend that the participants attend all the sessions to benefit from the sessions and workshops designed for the program.

I applied in the past. Can I apply again?

Sure, but do highlight any additional information of your progress since your application for a previous cohort, to improve your chances of selection

During Launchpad

How long is the program for?

Launchpad program is for a period of 100 days.

How many team members can attend the program?

2 members including a founder can attend the program.

Is there a fee that needs to be paid to participate?

No, there is no fee charged as a part of Launchpad.

How many hours will I have to spend on LP, in a week?

We schedule sessions, workshops and interactions that may amount to 6-8 hours a week.