FOUNDERS'10

Founders’ 10 follows a three - stage progression designed to evaluate clarity, direction, and execution potential.

Round 1: Discovery Stage (Submission Round)

Participating startups submit a concise pitch deck outlining:

● Problem being addressed

● Proposed solution

● Market understanding

● Revenue or sustainability model

● Execution roadmap

● Founder vision

Submissions are reviewed based on:

● Problem relevance

● Solution clarity

● Market potential

● Feasibility

● Execution readiness

A curated group advances to the next stage.

Round 2: The Investor Room (Online Pitching)

Shortlisted startups present in a structured online interaction before:

● Investors

● Startup founders

● Industry professionals

● Domain experts

Format:

● 5–7 minute pitch

● Followed by Q&A

Evaluation focuses on:

● Market opportunity

● Scalability

● Founder conviction

● Business direction

● Practical feasibility

Top-performing startups move forward to the final stage.

Round 3: The Final Ascent

(Offline Pitch at MNIT Jaipur | 21st March 2026)

The final round convenes the Top 10 startups — forming:

The F10 Cohort 2026

These selected ventures present live in front of:

● Angel investors

● Ecosystem leaders

● Experienced founders

● Strategic stakeholders

This stage enables:

● Direct interaction

● Strategic dialogue

● Relationship building

Judging & Interaction Panel:

The panel may include:

● Angel investors

● Startup founders

● Industry leaders

● Business strategists

● Domain experts

● Ecosystem mentors

Selection Considerations

Startups are evaluated across:

● Innovation & relevance

● Market opportunity

● Execution potential

● Scalability

● Clarity of articulation

Participation Eligibility:

● MVP or working prototype

● Early user validation or traction

● Actively committed founding team

What the Cohort Represents

Selection into the F10 Cohort 2026 reflects:

● Strength of intent

● Clarity of problem alignment

● Directional readiness

The cohort represents a curated set of ventures positioned for meaningful next-stage engagement.

Outcomes

Participation enables:

● Direct interaction with active investors

● Strategic feedback from ecosystem leaders

● Consideration for follow-up discussions within investor networks

● Potential inclusion in relevant VC / angel scouting pipelines