TiE Pune Opens Applications for 14th Cohort of Nurture Accelerator Program

Pune, 1st July 2025: TiE Pune is delighted to announce the opening of applications for the 14th edition of its flagship Nurture Accelerator Program. This follows the successful graduation of 35 high-potential startups from the 13th cohort earlier this year.

The Nurture 13 graduation ceremony was a celebration of a diverse set of startups from Pune, Mumbai, Aurangabad, Hubli, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Bangalore. These startups spanned sectors such as HealthTech, FinTech, AgriTech, CleanTech, ClimateTech, AI, Robotics, SaaS solutions for workflow automation in various industries, eCommerce & FinOps, and food and chemical manufacturing. This variety underscores the program’s role in nurturing innovation across India’s vibrant startup ecosystem.

Since its inception, the TiE Pune Nurture Accelerator has emerged as one of India’s most impactful founder-first initiatives, known for its structured mentoring, business deep-dives, and personalized guidance from accomplished entrepreneurs.

Now in its 14th edition, the program continues to raise the bar. Applications are officially open, and the new cohort will kick off in late September 2025. The upcoming edition will further amplify TiE Pune’s focus on founder-centric mentoring, scalable business models, investor readiness, and new-age sectors with a strong lens on sustainable innovation.

“What sets Nurture apart is our mentors. They help lay strong foundations—not just for business success, but for building founders with resilience, emotional stability, critical thinking, and the ability to navigate the entrepreneurial journey with clarity,” said Smita Yedekar, Chair – Nurture 13 & 14, TiE Pune.

Startup founders eager to scale with support from TiE Pune’s global network and deep-rooted mentorship ecosystem are encouraged to apply now for the 14th cohort. Visit [www.tiepune.org](https://www.tiepune.org) to apply or learn more.