Startup Funding • Horizon Fund
Horizon Fund
Equity Funding for Revenue-Generating Startups
Growth-stage, revenue-generating startups can access equity investment, mentorship and global network support to scale their next milestone.
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USD 0K
Initial Investment
USD 0K
Follow-Up Potential
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Approx. Total Scale Capital
Rolling
Application Basis
What It Is
What Is The Horizon Fund?
The Horizon Fund is an equity investment initiative for revenue-generating startups at growth stage. It is sector-agnostic, with a preference for technology-driven, scalable solutions.
Initial investment can reach USD 100,000 (about ₹83 lakh), with follow-up investment up to USD 250,000 based on progress and achieved milestones.
Why Founders Apply
- 01
Equity capital without EMI pressure
- 02
Initial and follow-up growth funding
- 03
Mentorship from industry leaders
- 04
Access to global investors and corporate partners
What You Unlock
Benefits Of The Horizon Fund
Capital, Mentor Support And Investor Access For Startups That Have Moved Beyond The Earliest Stage.
01
Seed-To-Scale Capital
Potential investment of up to about ₹2 crore across initial and follow-up rounds.
02
No Debt Burden
Equity funding avoids monthly repayment pressure and supports reinvestment.
03
Expert Mentorship
Guidance from industry leaders and growth advisors.
04
Global Network
Access to international investors and corporate partners.
05
Tax Benefits
Potential access to relevant state-level startup incentives.
Who Qualifies
Horizon Fund Eligibility
Evidence Of Revenue, Market Traction, Compliance And A Credible Growth Plan Are Central To Review.
Business & Traction
Registered Entity
Partnership, LLP or Private Limited Company.
Revenue Generation
Demonstrable market traction and active revenue.
Growth Stage
A scalable venture focused on expansion and viability.
Compliance & Execution
India Operations
Operating in India, with valid MSME certification where applicable.
Compliance
Up-to-date financial records and tax compliance.
Use Of Funds
Capital allocated toward product expansion, commercialisation or scale.
How To Apply
How To Apply
Prepare An Investor-Ready File, Submit, And Progress Through Review And Selection.
- STEP 01
PROCESS
Prepare Documents
Compile financials, traction evidence, pitch deck and business plan.
- STEP 02
PROCESS
Submit Application
Share a complete application through the designated channel.
- STEP 03
PROCESS
Review & Evaluation
The team reviews market potential, execution readiness and compliance.
- STEP 04
PROCESS
Interview & Selection
Shortlisted founders discuss the business with the investment team.
- STEP 05
PROCESS
Funding & Mentorship
Selected ventures receive investment support and strategic guidance.
Paperwork
Documents Required
Important: Vikas Bharat provides a funding-readiness checklist after the initial eligibility review.
Company registration documents and DPIIT recognition
Professional pitch deck and comprehensive business plan
Latest audited financials and projections
Technology description, PoC and customer-traction evidence
Founder CVs and MSME certificate, where applicable
- What is Horizon Fund?
- Horizon Fund provides equity-led capital and strategic support to qualifying innovation-driven startups.
- What funding support is available?
- Initial investment can reach USD 100,000, followed by up to USD 250,000 based on milestones.
- Who is eligible to apply?
- Revenue-generating growth-stage startups registered as a Partnership, LLP or Private Limited Company with strong traction and compliance readiness.
- What documents are required?
- Pitch deck, business plan, audited financials, customer-traction proof, founder CVs and company registration papers.
Horizon Fund Questions, Answered
Funding, Eligibility, Documents And The Application Process.
What is Horizon Fund?
Horizon Fund provides equity-led capital and strategic support to qualifying innovation-driven startups.
What funding support is available?
Who is eligible to apply?
What documents are required?
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