Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about IYEC membership, programs, partnerships, and how to get started.
General
Who is IYEC for?
Who is IYEC for?
IYEC is designed for students, recent graduates, early-stage founders, mentors, operators, and ecosystem partners who want to build or support ventures in India.
General
What is the vision of IYEC?
What is the vision of IYEC?
Our vision is to empower 1000 student founders by 2030, creating a national movement that fosters entrepreneurship among India's youth through mentorship, acceleration, funding access, and a powerful community.
Membership
How do I join IYEC?
How do I join IYEC?
Use the join page to submit your details. Once submitted, your application is reviewed and you'll receive a confirmation email with next steps.
Membership
What are the membership benefits?
What are the membership benefits?
Members get access to mentorship programs, exclusive events, bootcamps, demo days, internship opportunities, and a network of fellow founders and mentors across India.
Membership
Is there a fee for membership?
Is there a fee for membership?
We offer different plans — Student (₹2,499/year), Founder (₹6,999/year), and Mentor (free). We also provide scholarships for deserving candidates.
Programs
What is the IYEC Accelerator?
What is the IYEC Accelerator?
Our acceleration program takes you from early traction to investable. It includes ₹2L credits, founder sales playbook, legal & finance clinics, and investor mock pitches.
Programs
How do I apply for the Accelerator?
How do I apply for the Accelerator?
Applications are open throughout the year. Fill out the application form and our team will review your startup idea and get back to you within 2 weeks.
Programs
Can I start a campus chapter at my college?
Can I start a campus chapter at my college?
Yes! We welcome students to launch IYEC chapters at their colleges. You'll get access to our resources, mentor network, and event sponsorship.
Funding
Do you provide direct funding?
Do you provide direct funding?
IYEC is primarily a network, enablement, and ecosystem platform. We help founders become investment-ready and connect them to angels, investors, and strategic partners.
Funding
How much funding have IYEC startups raised?
How much funding have IYEC startups raised?
Our startups have collectively raised over ₹2 crores in funding through our demo days and investor connections.
Partnerships
Can universities partner with IYEC?
Can universities partner with IYEC?
Yes! We work with colleges, incubators, corporates, investors, and government initiatives. Visit our partners page to learn about collaboration models.
Partnerships
How can companies sponsor IYEC events?
How can companies sponsor IYEC events?
We offer various sponsorship packages for hackathons, summits, and demo days. Contact us to discuss customized partnership opportunities.
Support
How quickly will someone reply?
How quickly will someone reply?
General contact requests are usually reviewed within 2 business days. Accelerator and partnership enquiries may take longer if we need to evaluate fit.
Support
Can I volunteer as a mentor?
Can I volunteer as a mentor?
Absolutely! We're always looking for experienced founders, operators, and investors to mentor our community. Apply through the join page as a Mentor.
Still have questions?
If your question is specific to your startup, college, or partnership idea, send it directly.