10/05/2017
In pursuit of innovation, we are back with challenge 2017 (Season 2) in association with SINED (TBI), NDRI, Karnal, to find, nurture and grow original thinkers and innovators. We are always seeking to innovate, learn & interact with our startups. Since its inception in October 2015, Aarambh Ventures has helped 3 of its startups close seed round successfully and three more are undergoing acceleration at its Gurgaon office.
There is a new breed of early-stage startup SMEs (Small & Medium Enterprises) struggling between debt & equity. This year challenge is trying to address this equity gap among Startup SMEs in INDIA. We are trying to fill the gap created by seed stage VCs and Banks / FIs attributed to the risks associated with early stage Startup SMEs & NPAs respectively....
Startup SMEs (Small & Medium Enterprises) working in fast growing & dynamic sectors viz media & entertainment, emerging technologies, life sciences, healthcare, biotechnology, food & agriculture, and manufacturing, are eligible to participate.
Key Dates
Application Open - 05.05.2017
Application Due - 11.06.2017
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Who can apply?
Start up SMEs involving innovations & new technologies and require upfront investment in CAPEX and are unable to access alternative sources of capital like angel fund/venture capital fund.
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It,s time to explore Startup SMEs...
Got questions about Challenge 2017 – dates, awards, eligibility, process etc.?
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