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OpenCohort 2026

SBC Sprint2Frontier Acceleration Program 2026

A 13-week accelerator helping pre–Series A startups scale validated technologies and prepare for investment.

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About the Program

A 13-week accelerator helping pre–Series A startups scale validated technologies and prepare for investment.

Sprint2Frontier is a 13-week, investment-focused accelerator beginning February 2026, designed for pre–Series A startups to move proven technologies from validation to scale.

The program builds commercial, technology, and investor readiness through structured mentoring and active VC engagement, culminating in an Impact Day with investors, corporates, and the global Startupbootcamp ecosystem.

If you're a founder building in DeepTech, Defense & Aerospace, Climate & Sustainability or AI × Enterprise — this program is built for you.

Ideal Candidate

Who Should Apply

01

Stage

The program is designed for pre–Series A startups

02

Technology

Startups should have a tested or proven technology (ideally above TRL 6), with or without full commercialization

03

Validation

Pilots, PoCs, market trials, or early paying customers are desirable.

04

Funding

Prior external funding not mandatory. . Bootstrapped, angel-funded, or institutionally funded startups are eligible.

05

Team

A minimum of two committed team members must actively participate in the program

Program Benefits

What You Get

01

Events & Engagement

Tailored matchmaking with investors and clients, repeated pitch opportunities, and facilitated meetings with key stakeholders.

02

Experienced Mentors

Hundreds of carefully selected mentors per program offering industry-specific expertise, hands-on support, and valuable connections.

03

Investors & Corporate Partners

Investor-readiness sessions and direct access to a global network of VCs, angels, and corporate innovation arms.

04

Funding

Empowering high-potential startups with up to ₹5 Cr in strategic funding.

Timeline

Key Dates

Applications Close

30 Apr 2026

Now

Program Starts

1 Jun 2026

Demo Day

31 Aug 2026

Application

Apply To SBC Sprint2Frontier Acceleration Program 2026

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