What is Kotak BizLabs?

The Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme is Kotak Bank’s CSR initiative, launched in collaboration with four of India’s leading incubators, to empower early-revenue-stage startups in fast-tracking their big, bold startup dreams.

Where will Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme take place?

Kotak BizLabs is a hybrid programme exclusively curated for startup founders. It offers both online and in-person engagement.

How can one join Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme?

Please fill up the online application, and our team (Incubator partners) will review your application and inform you of your selection status.

Where can I get more details about the programme?

You can find comprehensive information about the programme by visiting the below page: Apply | Kotak BizLabs

When will you share more about the mentors and the schedule?

Once selected for the acceleration programme, your chosen incubator partner will provide you with all the details — from mentors and bootcamps to workshops and everything in between.

Is it mandatory to attend the in-person sessions?

We strongly encourage at least one founder to attend the in-person sessions hosted by our incubator partners, as these sessions provide essential support for your startup’s acceleration. Active participation in the programme will be one of the criteria for grant funding.

Will my startup get funding in the process?

Startups will undergo a structured review process during the programme by the chosen incubator, post which selected startups will receive grant funding between Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 30 lakh through the incubator.The grant funding may be done in tranches. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to pitch to various VCs and investors within the extensive network during the programme.

How much equity transfer is involved?

There will be no transfer of equity for the ventures involved in this programme. You will retain complete ownership while enjoying our support and resources.

How much does it cost to apply or participate in the programme?

There are no charges for application and participation in the programme.

Will I have to take care of my own travel and stay for the in-person component of the programme?

The applicants will need to manage the travel and accommodation arrangements. Details on recommended locations and travel will be provided during the programme.

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About BizLabs
Eligibility Criteria
Our Partners
Season 1 Highlights
Grant Recipients

Startups we empowered

Startup	Founder Details	Their Big Idea
Arc Robotics	Shubham Vishvakerma, Rahul Vishvakerma	The startup provides robotic arm-based sanitation solutions that eliminate manual scavenging, ensuring safe and dignified waste management.
NUVO	Smriti Chaudhary, Saurav Raaj	A blockchain-based data wallet with universal consent and zero-knowledge proof, enabling secure inclusion for rural women and compliant data access.
Robo Bionics	Llewellyn Dsa, Anil Nair, Priyanka Dsa	Robo Bionics offers smart prosthetics for upper limb amputees with predictive care, tracking, and recovery in a connected ecosystem.
Cleanergy Tech Solutions Pvt. Ltd.	Dhananjay Abhang, Arun Dixit	A compact biogas plant that processes organic waste at source, reducing landfills, water pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions.
VeloExim	Amlan Patnaik	VeloExim enables FPOs to trade globally by connecting buyers, building capacity, and managing end-to-end export logistics.
4Climate	Subhajit Sinha, Vasu Faldu	Compact biogas plants process organic waste at source, cutting landfills, GHG emissions, and pollution to fight global warming.
EduMEasy Pvt. Ltd.	Vivek Sahu	A NEP 2020-aligned Maths Lab where students learn by doing fun activities, making maths easy, engaging, and enjoyable.
Livestockify	Akhil Reddy K, Chitra A, Sanjay Reddy	IoT & AI-powered poultry health monitoring detects diseases in real time, reducing mortality and improving farm efficiency.
Recyclink Pvt. Ltd.	Yash Joglekar, Priti D’souza, Deryl D’souza	ReSkill360 trains waste workers with skills, financial literacy, and income links—turning them into certified pros for inclusive waste management.
Cropcoin Technologies Pvt. Ltd	Ehtesham Farooqui, Pankaj Pandey, Nipundeep Taya	Decentralised processing of animal waste at source to produce traceable bio-energy and fertilisers, cutting costs and environmental harm.
Accelo Innovation Private Limited	Arbaz Reza	Accelo delivers efficient, safe, and zero-emission EVs for last-mile transport, redefining urban mobility for a sustainable future.
Ambiator Private Limited	Jeeten Desai	Ambiator offers scalable, modular cooling solutions for all sectors, delivering climate-appropriate comfort through innovative technology.
Bioreform Private Limited	Mohemmed Azhar Mohiuddin	BioReform makes 100% biodegradable, compostable bags from natural materials to fight plastic pollution and promote eco-friendly living.
Cordiform Studios Private Limited	Chetan Vohra	Cordiform Studios builds 360° IPs—books, shows, apps, and more—offering wholesome, nonviolent content for children and adults alike.
Credence Cleantech Solutions Private Limited	Vedang Patel	Credence CleanTech uses AI-driven CSP systems to generate green power and hydrogen, transforming industrial energy across key sectors.
GreenSapio Tech Private Limited	Tarun Sharma	GreenSapio transforms rice and wheat straw into premium vegan leather, offering a sustainable alternative to plastic and animal-based materials.
KrishiFin (Finasyst Tech Private Limited)	Vikrant Bawane	KrishiFin connects farmers with lenders via agri-tech, offering easy credit access and financial inclusion across rural and semi-urban India.
Krishigati Private Limited	Tukaram Sonawane	Krishigati leads Agritech with smart solutions for intercultural tasks and precision farming, empowering modern Indian agriculture.
MAKSPay Fintech Solutions Private Limited	Shiva Prasad	MAKSPay bridges banks and underserved communities with tech-driven financial access, advancing inclusion through seamless digital solutions.
Speedloop Auto	Aditya Puppala	Speedloop Auto builds smart, low-emission commercial EVs for last-mile delivery—cutting carbon footprint and reducing business transport costs.
Vitulomics Private Limited	Dr Karthikeya	Vitulomics develops sustainable antibiotic alternatives for livestock, targeting diseases like mastitis and calf scours to improve animal health.
Xane AI	Ayush Jain	Xane AI is a B2B SaaS platform using CV & NLP to personalise user experiences and automate processes, boosting efficiency and reducing costs.

Bring us dreams that are bigger, bolder and brighter!

Kotak BizLabs

What’s in Store

Eligibility

Application Roadmap

Get introduced to our partners for the programme

Milestones that shaped us

Startups we empowered

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kotak BizLabs?

Where will Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme take place?

How can one join Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme?

Where can I get more details about the programme?

When will you share more about the mentors and the schedule?

Is it mandatory to attend the in-person sessions?

Will my startup get funding in the process?

How much equity transfer is involved?

How much does it cost to apply or participate in the programme?

Will I have to take care of my own travel and stay for the in-person component of the programme?

Bring us dreams that are bigger, bolder and brighter!

Kotak BizLabs

What’s in Store

Eligibility

Application Roadmap

Step 1:

Apply Online

Step 2:

Application Review

Step 3:

Pitch to Panel

Step 4:

Venture Due Diligence

Step 5:

Onboarding & Acceleration

Get introduced to our partners for the programme

Fuelling India's startup revolution with 7000+ founders mentored & 1000+ ventures funded across tech & sustainability

Powering 3100+ startups worth $7.37 Bn. — driving innovation in FinTech, ClimateTech, DeepTech, HealthTech and more

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Milestones that shaped us

Startups we empowered

What is Kotak BizLabs?

Where will Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme take place?

How can one join Kotak BizLabs Accelerator Programme?

Where can I get more details about the programme?

When will you share more about the mentors and the schedule?

Is it mandatory to attend the in-person sessions?

Will my startup get funding in the process?

How much equity transfer is involved?

How much does it cost to apply or participate in the programme?

Will I have to take care of my own travel and stay for the in-person component of the programme?