Pune: The TiE Pune Nurture Accelerator Program, one of India’s most respected founder-first mentorship platforms, has announced the launch of its 14th cohort, inviting applications from startups across the country.
Following the successful graduation of 35 startups in Nurture 13, the accelerator continues its mission to fuel India’s startup ecosystem with expert-led, hands-on support for early and growth-stage ventures.
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The TiE Pune Nurture Accelerator Program has become synonymous with founder-centric growth, combining structured business mentoring with emotional intelligence, investor readiness, and sector-specific scalability strategies.
The 13th edition attracted startups from diverse locations and sectors – ranging from AI, HealthTech, and FinTech to CleanTech, SaaS, and AgriTech.
TiE Pune Nurture Accelerator Program: Applications Open
Applications for Nurture 14 are now open, with the program kicking off in late September 2025. The upcoming edition aims to further drive innovation in emerging areas such as climate tech, deep tech, and impact-driven entrepreneurship, aligned with the global sustainability agenda.
“Our goal is to shape not just better businesses, but better founders,” said Smita Yedekar, Chair of Nurture 13 & 14. “The Nurture Accelerator doesn’t just prepare startups for funding – it prepares them for the full entrepreneurial journey.”
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Backed by TiE Pune’s extensive network of mentors, investors, and domain experts, the 14th edition promises a high-value ecosystem for startups ready to scale with purpose and resilience.
Startups seeking transformative mentorship, structured acceleration, and exposure to India’s premier business networks can apply now at www.tiepune.org.
