WTFund, a startup initiative for entrepreneurs under 25, spearheaded by investor and entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath, has announced its second cohort, featuring 22 promising founders.
WTFund offers grant funding of up to ₹20 lakh, expert mentorship, and strategic partnerships to help early-stage startups scale their operations and impact. By democratizing access to funding, the initiative serves as a launchpad for first-time founders, fostering a culture of innovation, resilience, and continuous learning. Its mission is to bridge key gaps in India’s startup ecosystem while empowering young entrepreneurs to build scalable, high-impact ventures.
This year, WTFund received applications from over 50 cities across India, including many from tier 2, tier 3, and remote regions. The second cohort showcases innovative solutions across diverse sectors such as technology/SaaS, D2C, edtech, fintech, health tech, agritech, and cleantech—demonstrating the growing depth of India’s entrepreneurial talent.
The applications also revealed a strong mobile-first approach across all tiers. At the same time, tier 1 startups leverage AI/ML for advanced B2B solutions, and founders from tier 2 and 3 cities are building vernacular-first, B2C products tailored to India’s diverse and dynamic markets. These innovations not only address local challenges but also offer globally scalable solutions.
The nine standout startups in the second cohort are Nasadya, InnerGize, Armatrix, Drnk, Neoperk, ReferRush, Modus AI, Bytes, and Ai.gnosis—each bringing fresh, impactful ideas.
WTFund, under the leadership of Nikhil Kamath, continues to empower India’s next generation of entrepreneurs by providing early-stage grants without immediate equity dilution. The fund supports founders tackling critical issues in health tech, AI, space tech, and energy transition sectors. Through accessible capital, mentorship, and growth resources, WTFund is nurturing bold, risk-taking innovators poised to shape India’s entrepreneurial landscape.
