Here's a great chance for you to find out if you are investment ready and meet active angel investors.

Kickstart is an initiative by Headstart Network foundation that aims to take the pitch decks of high potential fundable startups to multiple Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists from across India and make connections/introductions for them.

Profiles of fundable startups are shared with active angel investors, venture capitalists, or program managers with the country's leading incubators and accelerators. The applications are open throughout the year. After inviting applications, the startups are shortlisted by Headstart on a rolling basis. Every month, 8-10 startups are invited to a virtual pitch event. Investors may set up one on one meetings with startups they are interested in funding or having funding discussions.

What we are looking for in the top startups:
1. Does the startup solve a big problem in a big, fast-growing market?
2. How good is the traction?
3. Does the team have the wherewithal to become a market leader?
4. Does the startup have a sustainable competitive advantage?
5. How is your idea influencing society or making an impact in your target segment?

APRIL SPECIAL EDITION IS FOR SaaS Startups (other sector applications will will considered in upcoming editions in April onwards)
Last Date to apply for SaaS edition: 1st- April
Demo Day for SaaS special edition: 10-April
The time it typically takes to fill the form: 20-30 mins

Note:
1. Kickstart is an invite-only pitch event. Filling this form does not guarantee shortlisting for pitching. We will reach out to you if you are shortlisted.
2. The information you provide will be safe and will be shared with the judges upon request only.