Surge by Peak XV

Surge by Peak XV is an accelerator that provides significant seed capital and comprehensive operational support to early-stage founders. The program is built on the belief that early belief combined with expert guidance can lead to exponential growth. Since inception, Surge has helped its top 10 companies generate over $1 billion in annual revenue and its portfolio has raised over $3 billion in follow-on funding. With a remarkable 95 Net Promoter Score, Surge offers not just capital but a complete ecosystem to help startups scale globally.

• Seed capital up to $5M (₹41.5 crore)
• Full-stack operational support
• Access to a global founder network
• Highly selective program
• Focus on early-stage, zero-to-one growth
• Strong track record of follow-on funding

Surge seeks audacious early-stage founders with innovative ideas and the drive to build category-defining companies. It is open to a wide range of technology-driven sectors, with a focus on teams ready to move from 'zero to one'. Startups with existing co-investors are welcome, fostering a collaborative investment environment. The program is global, welcoming founders of any nationality.

Surge by Peak XV is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.

Surge by Peak XV accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.

Capital Investment: Surge provides seed capital ranging from $500,000 to $5 million (approx ₹4.15 crore to ₹41.5 crore) from Peak XV. The open architecture welcomes co-investors alongside Peak XV. The funding helps accelerate product development, team expansion, and market entry.

Full-Stack Operational Support: Beyond capital, Surge offers hands-on support across every critical function: hiring, product, policy, communications & PR, engineering, go-to-market, and global expansion. Embedded operators work directly with founders to overcome operational challenges.

Global Network and Community: Participants gain access to an exclusive network of over 170 companies and 400 founders from diverse nationalities. This community facilitates sector-specific connections, continuous learning, and direct access to global leaders and investors.

Surge by Peak XV is offered by Peak XV Partners, a venture-capital firm. It is delivered directly by Peak XV Partners as a equity. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.

The selection process is highly rigorous, designed to identify the top 0.4% of audacious founders globally. It begins with a comprehensive review of all submitted applications, focusing on innovation, market potential, and the strength of the founding team. The Surge investment team, comprised of experienced entrepreneurs and investors, conducts multiple rounds of interviews to understand the startup's vision, execution capabilities, and growth trajectory. This is followed by a detailed due diligence phase. The final selection involves a decision by Peak XV partners, ensuring only the most promising startups are chosen to join the Surge community.

Before you apply to Surge by Peak XV, keep the following documents ready:

• A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
• Company registration documents and PAN
• Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
• Recent financial statements or projections
• Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available

Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.

Surge by Peak XV is best suited for startups in India seeking an equity investment of ₹4.2Cr – ₹41.5Cr. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.