HEADSTART |Investor Circle

Network Of Next - Gen Investors

Creating 10k new startup Investors by 2025

Who Are We

A deep-rooted network with access to over 4000+ Startups from 50+ Cities of India

Goal

Maximize availability of funds for early-stage Startups especially from tier-2 & tier-3 cities.

Objective

Creating 10000 new startup investors in next the 5 years

Making an Impact Since 2007

Years

50+

Cities

450+

Partners

4000+

Startup Pipeline

Headstart Edge

Startups vetted by us receive unique access and privileges

Strong Ecosystem

We work with India's top incubators, accelerators, investors and Govt. bodies

Partnership

Strategic Mentorship

Boosters

New to Startup Investment ?

Become a Member

Be a part of the vibrant community of Next-Gen Investors

Learn

Be a part of the vibrant community of Next-Gen Investors

Access

Meet promising high potential Startups, and enrich your portfolio.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

For Investors

Who can be a part of this network?

Any individual who wants to start investing in startups. The minimum investment amount is Rs 1 Lakhs per Startup and minimum 3 Lakh in total over a period of 1 Year from the beginning of the membership period.

Is there any benefit to me for referring other Investors to the network?

Can NRIs also be a part of this network?

Can someone who has never invested in startups be a part of this network?

Will Headstart also co-invest?

What kind of investments are encouraged in the investor circle?

What support will Headstart provide post investment?

What are the benefits of becoming a member of the Investor Circle?

Can a group of investors or multiple organizations invest together?

Who can I reach out to, to get some of my questions answered?

What is the minimum investment amount expected in a year from a member?

Is there any membership fee to be a part of Investor Circle?

Can Headstart manage my portfolio?

What are the minimum requirements/criteria to be a part of Investor Circle?

For Startups

How can I get funded through the Investor Circle?

You can apply on this link. If shortlisted, our team will reach out to you for further details.

Do I have to pay a fee to be a part of your startup pool?

Who will bear the charges/expenses of financial or legal due diligence?

How many pitch days can I be a part of in a year?

Which stage does my startup have to be in, to apply for the pitching events organized by Headstart?

Are student startups allowed to pitch?

Can aspiring entrepreneurs / idea stage startups participate in the pitching events?

What are the term sheet clauses to seek investment from Headstart's investor circle?

What is the minimum and maximum investment that I can get from the Investors?

Can my startup be headquartered outside India and seek investment from Headstart's investment circle?

Can my startup have operations outside India (but headquartered in India) and seek investment from Headstart's investment circle?

Will Headstart charge any equity or transaction fee from the startups?

What are the benefits of getting investment from Headstart's investment circle?

Our Partners

We work with renowned corporate, incubators and investor networks