Launchpad · Cohort 01

The Student Startup Accelerator

A selective 4-week online startup accelerator cohort for student founders ending in Demo Day with vetted angels and seed funds. No relocation. 2% equity in selected cohort ventures. Zero success fee.

4 Weeks · Online

20 Founders · Selected

2% Equity · Selected Cohort

All Applicants · Virtual Mentor Sessions

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Selection Basis

We select 20 founders per cohort based on the problem, your progress and your team, never your college.

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Apply to Launchpad (Cohort 01)

Cohort 01 kickoff: Nov 1, 2026 · Final deadline: Oct 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM IST (Strictly no further extension).

Full Name *

Email Address *

We send review decisions and written feedback to this email.

WhatsApp Phone Number *

Used for urgent cohort logistics and founder pod communications.

Are you currently enrolled in a college / university? *

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College / University Name *

Current Year

Major / Course

Application Fee Breakdown

₹999 one-time application fee

Covers personalized written feedback from our review team for every applicant, selected or not.

Application Evaluation Fee ₹999

4-Week Online Program (if selected) ₹0 additional fee

Equity Taken 2% (selected cohort ventures)

Success Fee ₹0 (No success fees)

If Not Selected Written feedback + virtual mentor session access

I commit to spending 6–8 hours per week for 4 weeks on cohort labs, founder pods, and mentor office hours if selected.

I understand the ₹999 application fee is non-refundable, and that Launchpad takes 2% equity in selected cohort ventures. If not selected, I receive written feedback and full access to all virtual leader/mentor sessions.

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Launchpad FAQ

What does it cost to apply?

There is a one-time ₹999 application fee to ensure high intent, filter out fake applications, and cover individualized written feedback for every applicant. If you are accepted, there are zero tuition or enrollment fees.

Is admission competitive?

Yes. We select strictly 20 founders for Cohort 01 based on the problem, your progress and your team, never your college.

Does TFC take equity?

Launchpad takes 2% equity in the 20 selected cohort ventures under a clean founder agreement. This gives us skin in the game alongside you as long-term partners. We charge zero success fees on capital you raise.

What if I am not selected for the 20-founder cohort?

Every applicant receives personalized written feedback on what's working and specific areas to improve. In addition, you receive full access to attend all virtual leader and mentor masterclasses throughout the cohort. (Founder pods, 1:1 office hours, investor intros, and Demo Day presentation slots remain exclusive to the 20 selected cohort founders.)

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