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Program

Karnataka Acceleration Network (KAN) — Cohort 3

Runs a six-month accelerator for Karnataka startups with mentorship and investor access.

Selected startups go through modules on cohort readiness, business strategy, market validation, customer acquisition and investment readiness over roughly six months, with mentorship, workspace access and market linkages from the assigned accelerator partner. The program ends in a demo day where startups pitch to investors; Cohort 3 runs November 2026 to May 2027 and applications for it are open.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.