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Program 02 · Core Program

Incubation Program

A structured 6–12 month deep-immersion program that takes your startup from raw idea to a market-ready MVP — with co-working infrastructure, hands-on mentorship, milestone tracking and full ecosystem access.

SVIF’s core offering. We are involved at every step — not as passive advisors but as active partners in your build.

At a Glance

Duration6 – 12 Months
StageIdea → MVP
FormatOn-site + Online
Batch Size6 – 10 Startups
LocationAhmedabad, Gujarat

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Program Structure

3 Phases. 1 Clear Goal: Your MVP.

1

Months 1–3

Discovery & Validation

  • Problem-solution fit workshops
  • Customer discovery interviews
  • Market sizing and research
  • Competitive landscape analysis
  • Business model canvas refinement
2

Months 4–8

Build & Prototype

  • Product development guidance
  • Technical mentor pairing
  • Prototype testing with real users
  • Iteration and feedback loops
  • IP and legal structure setup
3

Months 9–12

Launch & Scale Prep

  • Go-to-market strategy execution
  • First customer acquisition
  • Pitch deck and investor readiness
  • Demo Day preparation
  • Graduation and alumni network

What’s Included

Everything You Need to Build

✅Dedicated co-working desk at SVIF facility in Ahmedabad
✅Assigned lead mentor + access to full mentor pool
✅Weekly check-ins and monthly milestone reviews
✅Access to SVIF’s investor and partner network
✅Participation in SVIF Demo Day
✅Legal and IP guidance sessions
✅Financial modelling workshops
✅PR and media support for launch
✅Peer cohort of 6–10 startups at similar stage
✅GTU, EDII and Wadhwani Foundation network access
✅DPIIT and government scheme navigation support
✅Alumni network after graduation

Who Should Apply

Is This Program Right for You?

✅ Great fit if you are…

  • A first-time or early-stage founder with a validated problem
  • Building in AgriTech, EduTech, FinTech, HealthTech, CleanTech, B2B SaaS or Deep Tech
  • Ready to commit 4–6 hours per week to the program
  • Based in Gujarat or willing to work from Ahmedabad
  • Looking for structured support, not just co-working space

❌ Not the right fit if you…

  • Already have significant revenue and a large team
  • Are looking only for funding without program participation
  • Cannot commit time to the structured program

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