Question 1

What is Inovers Accelerator?

Accepted Answer

A 12-week founder acceleration program for ambitious people building companies that matter. Ten startups are selected per cohort and receive up to ₹5 lakh investment, an intensive building environment, weekly reviews, product and go-to-market support, and a Demo Day in front of invited investors and operators.

Question 2

How long is the program?

Accepted Answer

12 weeks — roughly three months of focused, full-time execution.

Question 3

How many startups will be selected?

Accepted Answer

The target for Cohort 01 is 10 startups.

Question 4

What happens during the 12 weeks?

Accepted Answer

Five phases: destroy assumptions (weeks 1–2), build what people need (3–5), find the signal (6–8), become a company (9–10), and prepare to raise (11–12). Weekly cadence includes metrics reviews, build sprints, customer work, mentor sessions, and a Friday ship day. See the Program page for the full structure.

Question 5

Will Inovers build our product for us?

Accepted Answer

No. Founders build. Inovers provides structure, reviews, technical and product support, AI building infrastructure, and people who have done it before — but the company is yours to build.

Question 6

What happens after the program?

Accepted Answer

Demo Day, then the lifetime Inovers network: the cohort, alumni, mentors, and the wider community. The relationship doesn't end at week 12.

Question 7

Who can apply?

Accepted Answer

Anyone seriously committed to building a company from India — idea-stage founders, pre-product teams, technical and non-technical founders, students, researchers, operators leaving careers, repeat founders, solo founders, and teams.

Question 8

Can idea-stage founders apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The program is designed for idea-stage and very early-stage startups. You do not need a product, revenue, or a deck.

Question 9

Do I need an incorporated company to apply?

Accepted Answer

No. You can apply before incorporating. Incorporation and related eligibility will matter at the investment stage, and we will guide selected founders through it.

Question 10

Can solo founders apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Co-founder teams are common in accelerators, but exceptional solo founders are absolutely considered.

Question 11

Can students apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes — if you can commit seriously to the program. Selected founders are expected to work on their company full-time during the 12 weeks.

Question 12

Can non-technical founders apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Exceptional domain insight, customer obsession, and commitment matter as much as the ability to write code. Be honest in your application about who builds the product.

Question 13

Do I need to be from Bihar?

Accepted Answer

No. Inovers Accelerator is national. Founders from anywhere in India can apply — founders from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are especially encouraged.

Question 14

Can startups that have already raised money apply?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you have raised a small angel or pre-seed round, you can still apply. Tell us about previous funding in the application.

Question 15

Can founders apply again in the future?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Rejection from one cohort says nothing permanent. Some of the best companies come from founders who applied more than once.

Question 16

Do I need to relocate? Is the program residential?

Accepted Answer

Detailed participation, workspace, and accommodation arrangements will be communicated to selected startups. Final details will be published before applications open.

Question 17

When will applications open?

Accepted Answer

Applications for INOVERS 01 open soon. Join early access to be notified the moment they do. Final details will be published before applications open.

Question 18

When will Cohort 01 begin?

Accepted Answer

The program is targeted for Winter 2026–27. Final details will be published before applications open.

Question 19

Does Inovers invest ₹5 lakh in every selected company?

Accepted Answer

Selected startups are eligible for up to ₹5,00,000 investment, subject to final eligibility, due diligence, legal documentation, the investment instrument, and Standard Deal terms.

Question 20

What equity does Inovers take?

Accepted Answer

The final equity, security type, valuation, and investment instrument will be disclosed before founders accept an offer and will be governed by definitive legal documentation. Final details will be published before applications open.

Question 21

What investment instrument will be used?

Accepted Answer

The investment instrument is being finalized with counsel and will be disclosed before any founder signs. Final details will be published before applications open.

Question 22

Is there an application fee?

Accepted Answer

No. There is no application fee, and there never will be a fee to apply to Inovers Accelerator.

Question 23

Will Inovers introduce us to investors?

Accepted Answer

The program includes fundraising preparation and investor exposure, including Demo Day. Introductions are facilitated where relevant — they are not guaranteed, and no accelerator can honestly guarantee them.

Question 24

Is funding after Demo Day guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

No. Demo Day puts your progress in front of invited investors and operators. What happens next depends on what you built. We prepare you to make that case as strongly as possible.

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