GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC — Eligibility Criteria

GRO8 Cohort 2 is designed for pre-seed to seed-stage startups that are already beyond the ideation phase. You must have a functional product (or clearly validated MVP) with early customer traction, revenue, or evidence of product-market fit. The venture should be technology-enabled, open to integrating AI deeply into its workflow, and capable of scaling internationally. Ideal sector fits include deep tech, artificial intelligence, consumer products, healthtech, sustainability, manufacturing, fintech, and SaaS. Founders should be able to commit fully to the 12-week program, including mentor sessions and investor activities. There are no restrictions on Indian states or entity types, and DPIIT/MSME registration, as well as specific founder tenure thresholds, are not required.

GRO8 Cohort 2 by 888VC is open to startups at the product and revenue stage working in deeptech electronics robotics, ai saas enterprise, fintech and health pharma biotech. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.