Admissions for PGP in Startup Founders Course are now open!

Our application process is designed to help us uncover your hidden potential to do something grand. Through the entire process, we will interact with you deeply, making it very personalised, while keeping it rigorous and extensive.
 

What’s the admission process like?

Eligibility Criterion

Education

We encourage students from all UG
discipline backgrounds to apply.

Professional Experience

It is ideal to have a minimum of
6 months to 10 years of work
experience

Key Admission Sections:

Admissions Test

A 30 minute online test – no preparation needed. It tests you on basic numerical ability, problem solving and logical reasoning.

Supplemental Test Scores

Feel free to submit lifetime scores from any of the following exams GMAT, GRE, CAT, NMAT, XAT. Don’t worry if you don’t have a score or feel your scores are not competitive enough. Our process is designed to be holistic.
 

Essay

1 written essay, up to 500 words. Question to answer – “In your life so far, what is that one dream which is driving your toward your goal? And why?“

Interviews

 
 

Admissions Process

Admissions Test

The duration of the test is approximately 30 minutes. During this time, a variety of competencies will be evaluated. These competencies include, but are not limited to, problem-solving skills, logical reasoning ability, critical thinking prowess, and your ability to effectively communicate your thoughts via a video essay.

It’s essential to note that this is not your typical standardized test. The evaluation is designed to assess your natural abilities and skills and requires no preparation.

Complete the Online Application - Who Are You?

Submit the following:

  • Your personal and professional details
  • A short essay of no more than 500 words
  • Your resume (any format is acceptable, but aim to include the most important information on one page)
  • Supplemental test scores: Lifetime scores of GMAT, GRE, CAT, NMAT, XAT, if available.

Shortlist & Interviews to Assess Mutual Fit

This step allows us to understand your aspirations and the potential value you could bring to the founding class and your peers. The admissions committee will review all applications and provide a shortlist for the next stage within 7 days of submission.

After this, there will be in-person interviews and take-home assignments. The interview panel consists of faculty members, startup leaders, and SSF founders. Our interview process, which is personalized and introspective, reflects the hiring process of your dream startups!

Key Dates

Rounds

Deadline

Interviews

Application Fee

Course Fee

Apply Now

Early Bird

10th February

February

Rs 2,000/-

Rs 7,45,000/-

Round 1

24th March

March-April

Rs 2,500/-

Rs 7,95,000

Round 2

5th May

May

Rs 3000/-

Rs 8,45,000/-

Round 3

16th June

June

Rs 3000/-

Rs 8,95,000/-

** Fee amounts mentioned above are exclusive of applicable 18% GST
*** Residential facilities will be made available to students starting at INR 3 lac per year

Financing

Once you receive the admission offer, in case you require easy financing options for the programme fees, our counselling team will help you get in touch with our banking partner institutions to get education financing.