FAQs
FAQs
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Founders Compass
What is Founders Compass?
Founders’ Compass is our continuous support system for portfolio companies
How long can we access the Founders Compass?
Founders Compass lasts as long as the company needs to reach the next level - a compass is something you will always have with you
What happens in Founders Compass?
Visit the Compass page for more details
How much time will the program take?
The program continues for as long as you need. The weekly time commitment will be a few hours at most.
Has the program been useful for founders?
Our support has helped companies set direction, close customers, hire candidates, devise the right strategy and more. Explore our testimonials to learn more.
Will I need to move to do the program?
You will be invited to Pune for one meetup alongside companies we have invested in. You need not relocate from where you are.
Investing
Who do you invest in?
We are open to any Indian company or team raising pre-seed capital.
How do you give funding?
Fill out the application on the Apply page to get started.
How much do you invest?
We have standard terms of investing 1.5 Cr for 9% of the company.
Do you only give the funding during a program timeline? the batch?
We run the investment process as and when the company is accepted. We don’t wait till the batch starts. Our investment process and terms are simple, standard and straightforward.
What can I use the investment for?
Ideally, anything that increases the odds of succeeding. We expect our founders to be thoughtful about their spend. The usual uses of the investment are paying founder and team salaries and technology and operational requirements.
Operations
I don’t have a company or a product. Am I too early?
If you have an idea, that is good enough to apply.
I’ve already raised funding. Can I apply?
As long as you have not raised a round greater than 1 Cr, you can apply. Even if you have some early revenue or traction, you may still be a good fit for the Founders Compass program.
Do you need a team to apply?
Solo founders are most welcome to apply. We have invested in many. In cases where the founder is solo, we encourage them to understand the space they are building technically.
Can I do ajvc part-time?
You can apply and be accepted to the Founders Compass program while working or studying. Once accepted, we expect you to build your company full-time.
Company Operations
Do I need to incorporate while applying?
You don’t need to have an active company while applying. Once you get accepted, you will need to incorporate to receive funding from us. We will help and assist with the incorporation process. PS: While filling the application form you can say 'yet to be incorporated' when we ask for your company name.
Can I apply with a non-indian company?
ajvc predominantly invests in Indian-incorporated entities. We may make exceptions for other jurisdictions such as Singapore or the US.
Founders Compass
What is Founders Compass?
Founders’ Compass is our continuous support system for portfolio companies
How long can we access the Founders Compass?
Founders Compass lasts as long as the company needs to reach the next level - a compass is something you will always have with you
What happens in Founders Compass?
Visit the Compass page for more details
How much time will the program take?
The program continues for as long as you need. The weekly time commitment will be a few hours at most.
Has the program been useful for founders?
Our support has helped companies set direction, close customers, hire candidates, devise the right strategy and more. Explore our testimonials to learn more.
Will I need to move to do the program?
You will be invited to Pune for one meetup alongside companies we have invested in. You need not relocate from where you are.
Investing
Who do you invest in?
We are open to any Indian company or team raising pre-seed capital.
How do you give funding?
Fill out the application on the Apply page to get started.
How much do you invest?
We have standard terms of investing 1.5 Cr for 9% of the company.
Do you only give the funding during a program timeline? the batch?
We run the investment process as and when the company is accepted. We don’t wait till the batch starts. Our investment process and terms are simple, standard and straightforward.
What can I use the investment for?
Ideally, anything that increases the odds of succeeding. We expect our founders to be thoughtful about their spend. The usual uses of the investment are paying founder and team salaries and technology and operational requirements.
Operations
I don’t have a company or a product. Am I too early?
If you have an idea, that is good enough to apply.
I’ve already raised funding. Can I apply?
As long as you have not raised a round greater than 1 Cr, you can apply. Even if you have some early revenue or traction, you may still be a good fit for the Founders Compass program.
Do you need a team to apply?
Solo founders are most welcome to apply. We have invested in many. In cases where the founder is solo, we encourage them to understand the space they are building technically.
Can I do ajvc part-time?
You can apply and be accepted to the Founders Compass program while working or studying. Once accepted, we expect you to build your company full-time.
Company Operations
Do I need to incorporate while applying?
You don’t need to have an active company while applying. Once you get accepted, you will need to incorporate to receive funding from us. We will help and assist with the incorporation process. PS: While filling the application form you can say 'yet to be incorporated' when we ask for your company name.
Can I apply with a non-indian company?
ajvc predominantly invests in Indian-incorporated entities. We may make exceptions for other jurisdictions such as Singapore or the US.
Founders Compass
What is Founders Compass?
Founders’ Compass is our continuous support system for portfolio companies
How long can we access the Founders Compass?
Founders Compass lasts as long as the company needs to reach the next level - a compass is something you will always have with you
What happens in Founders Compass?
Visit the Compass page for more details
How much time will the program take?
The program continues for as long as you need. The weekly time commitment will be a few hours at most.
Has the program been useful for founders?
Our support has helped companies set direction, close customers, hire candidates, devise the right strategy and more. Explore our testimonials to learn more.
Will I need to move to do the program?
You will be invited to Pune for one meetup alongside companies we have invested in. You need not relocate from where you are.
Investing
Who do you invest in?
We are open to any Indian company or team raising pre-seed capital.
How do you give funding?
Fill out the application on the Apply page to get started.
How much do you invest?
We have standard terms of investing 1.5 Cr for 9% of the company.
Do you only give the funding during a program timeline? the batch?
We run the investment process as and when the company is accepted. We don’t wait till the batch starts. Our investment process and terms are simple, standard and straightforward.
What can I use the investment for?
Ideally, anything that increases the odds of succeeding. We expect our founders to be thoughtful about their spend. The usual uses of the investment are paying founder and team salaries and technology and operational requirements.
Operations
I don’t have a company or a product. Am I too early?
If you have an idea, that is good enough to apply.
I’ve already raised funding. Can I apply?
As long as you have not raised a round greater than 1 Cr, you can apply. Even if you have some early revenue or traction, you may still be a good fit for the Founders Compass program.
Do you need a team to apply?
Solo founders are most welcome to apply. We have invested in many. In cases where the founder is solo, we encourage them to understand the space they are building technically.
Can I do ajvc part-time?
You can apply and be accepted to the Founders Compass program while working or studying. Once accepted, we expect you to build your company full-time.
Company Operations
Do I need to incorporate while applying?
You don’t need to have an active company while applying. Once you get accepted, you will need to incorporate to receive funding from us. We will help and assist with the incorporation process. PS: While filling the application form you can say 'yet to be incorporated' when we ask for your company name.
Can I apply with a non-indian company?
ajvc predominantly invests in Indian-incorporated entities. We may make exceptions for other jurisdictions such as Singapore or the US.
Founders Compass
What is Founders Compass?
Founders’ Compass is our continuous support system for portfolio companies
How long can we access the Founders Compass?
Founders Compass lasts as long as the company needs to reach the next level - a compass is something you will always have with you
What happens in Founders Compass?
Visit the Compass page for more details
How much time will the program take?
The program continues for as long as you need. The weekly time commitment will be a few hours at most.
Has the program been useful for founders?
Our support has helped companies set direction, close customers, hire candidates, devise the right strategy and more. Explore our testimonials to learn more.
Will I need to move to do the program?
You will be invited to Pune for one meetup alongside companies we have invested in. You need not relocate from where you are.
Investing
Who do you invest in?
We are open to any Indian company or team raising pre-seed capital.
How do you give funding?
Fill out the application on the Apply page to get started.
How much do you invest?
We have standard terms of investing 1.5 Cr for 9% of the company.
Do you only give the funding during a program timeline? the batch?
We run the investment process as and when the company is accepted. We don’t wait till the batch starts. Our investment process and terms are simple, standard and straightforward.
What can I use the investment for?
Ideally, anything that increases the odds of succeeding. We expect our founders to be thoughtful about their spend. The usual uses of the investment are paying founder and team salaries and technology and operational requirements.
Operations
I don’t have a company or a product. Am I too early?
If you have an idea, that is good enough to apply.
I’ve already raised funding. Can I apply?
As long as you have not raised a round greater than 1 Cr, you can apply. Even if you have some early revenue or traction, you may still be a good fit for the Founders Compass program.
Do you need a team to apply?
Solo founders are most welcome to apply. We have invested in many. In cases where the founder is solo, we encourage them to understand the space they are building technically.
Can I do ajvc part-time?
You can apply and be accepted to the Founders Compass program while working or studying. Once accepted, we expect you to build your company full-time.
Company Operations
Do I need to incorporate while applying?
You don’t need to have an active company while applying. Once you get accepted, you will need to incorporate to receive funding from us. We will help and assist with the incorporation process. PS: While filling the application form you can say 'yet to be incorporated' when we ask for your company name.
Can I apply with a non-indian company?
ajvc predominantly invests in Indian-incorporated entities. We may make exceptions for other jurisdictions such as Singapore or the US.
Applications are open!
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ajvc is a pre-seed fund investing in India. ajvc is a VC fund that is regulated by SEBI. Applying to the fund helps you get pre seed funding in less than 3 weeks. Views expressed in "content" (including newsletters, posts, podcasts, videos) linked on this website or posted in social media and other platforms (collectively, "content distribution outlets") are by Aviral Bhatnagar. The posts and newsletters about the startup ecosystem in India are not directed to any investors or potential investors, and do not constitute an offer to sell - or a solicitation of an offer to buy - any securities, and may not be used or relied upon in evaluating the merits of any investment.The content should not be construed as or relied upon in any manner as investment, legal, tax, or other advice. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investments.
Applications are open!
Hear back on next steps in 2 days of applying, for the startup you're building
Apply to ajvc
Average Response Time
Hrs
© 2025 ajvc Fund.
Made with <3 by the ajvc design team
ajvc is a pre-seed fund investing in India. ajvc is a VC fund that is regulated by SEBI. Applying to the fund helps you get pre seed funding in less than 3 weeks. Views expressed in "content" (including newsletters, posts, podcasts, videos) linked on this website or posted in social media and other platforms (collectively, "content distribution outlets") are by Aviral Bhatnagar. The posts and newsletters about the startup ecosystem in India are not directed to any investors or potential investors, and do not constitute an offer to sell - or a solicitation of an offer to buy - any securities, and may not be used or relied upon in evaluating the merits of any investment.The content should not be construed as or relied upon in any manner as investment, legal, tax, or other advice. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investments.
Applications are open!
Hear back on next steps in 2 days of applying, for the startup you're building
Apply to ajvc
Average Response Time
Hrs
© 2025 ajvc Fund.
Made with <3 by the ajvc design team
ajvc is a pre-seed fund investing in India. ajvc is a VC fund that is regulated by SEBI. Applying to the fund helps you get pre seed funding in less than 3 weeks. Views expressed in "content" (including newsletters, posts, podcasts, videos) linked on this website or posted in social media and other platforms (collectively, "content distribution outlets") are by Aviral Bhatnagar. The posts and newsletters about the startup ecosystem in India are not directed to any investors or potential investors, and do not constitute an offer to sell - or a solicitation of an offer to buy - any securities, and may not be used or relied upon in evaluating the merits of any investment.The content should not be construed as or relied upon in any manner as investment, legal, tax, or other advice. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investments.
© 2025 ajvc Fund.
Made with <3 by the ajvc design team
ajvc is a pre-seed fund investing in India. ajvc is a VC fund that is regulated by SEBI. Applying to the fund helps you get pre seed funding in less than 3 weeks. Views expressed in "content" (including newsletters, posts, podcasts, videos) linked on this website or posted in social media and other platforms (collectively, "content distribution outlets") are by Aviral Bhatnagar. The posts and newsletters about the startup ecosystem in India are not directed to any investors or potential investors, and do not constitute an offer to sell - or a solicitation of an offer to buy - any securities, and may not be used or relied upon in evaluating the merits of any investment.The content should not be construed as or relied upon in any manner as investment, legal, tax, or other advice. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investments.
Applications are open!
Hear back on next steps in 2 days of applying, for the startup you're building
Apply to ajvc
Average Response Time
Hrs
© 2025 ajvc Fund.
Made with <3 by the ajvc design team
ajvc is a pre-seed fund investing in India. ajvc is a VC fund that is regulated by SEBI. Applying to the fund helps you get pre seed funding in less than 3 weeks. Views expressed in "content" (including newsletters, posts, podcasts, videos) linked on this website or posted in social media and other platforms (collectively, "content distribution outlets") are by Aviral Bhatnagar. The posts and newsletters about the startup ecosystem in India are not directed to any investors or potential investors, and do not constitute an offer to sell - or a solicitation of an offer to buy - any securities, and may not be used or relied upon in evaluating the merits of any investment.The content should not be construed as or relied upon in any manner as investment, legal, tax, or other advice. You should consult your own advisers as to legal, business, tax, and other related matters concerning any investments.
Applications are open!
Hear back on next steps in 2 days of applying, for the startup you're building
Apply to ajvc
Average Response Time
Hrs