How to Apply for Women Startup Program – NSRCEL x Kotak BizLabs (Cohort 6)

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The selection process involves:

• Initial screening: Basic eligibility check (women-led, stage, completeness).
• Detailed evaluation: Thorough review of the application by NSRCEL experts and external specialists, assessing innovation, market opportunity, business model viability, team strength, and scalability.
• Interview/presentation: Shortlisted candidates may be invited for virtual or in-person interviews to discuss their vision and strategy.
• Final selection: A high-level committee selects startups based on holistic assessment and allocates them to one of three pathways (EBP, Incubation, or Scale Hub) based on their stage and needs.