Frequently asked questions about Ventures Cave

Is it free to apply? Yes. Is the equity term final? No, ₹12L for 12% is proposed. Is this really the first cohort? Yes, Cohort 01 is the founding class.

Is this really the first cohort?

Yes. Cohort 01 is the founding class. There is no alumni network yet, and that is the point: the first twelve founders help set the standard for everyone after them.

Is it free to apply?

Yes. There is no application fee.

Is the equity term final?

No. ₹12L for 12% is a proposed framework. Final terms, instruments and eligibility are subject to approval and definitive documentation.

Who are the investors?

Participating industry founders and investors hear every founder pitch and decide independently whether to invest. Their follow-on capital is separate from ours, and nothing is promised.

Can solo founders apply?

Yes. We back founders, not headcount.

Which cohort should I choose?

Cohort 01 is for startups based in Kolkata. Cohort 02 is open to ambitious early-stage startups from across India, and its structure is to be announced.

What happens after week 12?

Demo Day and the pitch room. Investors then make their own decisions, and our network stays open to you.