Flipkart launches accelerator program Leap Ahead 4.0 to back early-stage startups

flipkart Ventures, the investment arm of Flipkart, has launched the fourth edition of its startup accelerator program — Flipkart Leap Ahead (FLA) — to support bold early-stage founders.

This edition focuses on startups working in AI, dronetech, and quick commerce. Selected startups (pre-Seed to Series A) will get up to $500,000 in equity funding, hands-on mentorship, and access to Flipkart’s network.

The program will also offer help with product, design, go-to-market, and fundraising strategies. It ends with a Demo Day, where startups pitch to leading investors.

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Ravi Iyer, Senior Vice President, Corporate, Flipkart, said, “As AI continues to redefine what’s possible across industries, India stands at the cusp of a generational opportunity to lead this global shift. With Flipkart Leap Ahead 4.0, we are backing founders who are building category-defining technologies and solving for India at scale.”

“Our mission goes beyond capital, we aim to be long-term partners, offering deep operational expertise, strategic connections, and access to Flipkart’s ecosystem. Since its inception, Flipkart Ventures has supported 20+ startups across deep tech, fintech, health tech, generative AI, and sustainability. This program reflects our commitment to enabling innovation that drives real-world impact. We’re here to help bold founders shape the next era of India’s tech landscape,” Iyer added.

Flipkart is inviting early-stage startups to apply for the fourth edition of its accelerator program, Flipkart Leap Ahead 4.0. The program is open to India-based startups that are focused on shaping the future of artificial intelligence, drone technology, or quick commerce enablement. 

To qualify for this program, startups must have an established minimum viable product (MVP), a full-time founding team and a strong focus on AI-native technologies. The initiative aims to support bold, tech-driven ventures building innovative solutions for the Indian market.

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