WTFund, an initiative led by investor and entrepreneur Nikhil Kamath to support entrepreneurs under 25, has announced its second cohort, featuring 22 founders.  

WTFund offers up to 20 lakh in grant funding, mentorship, and strategic partnerships to help startups scale. By providing early-stage support, it aims to bridge gaps in India’s startup ecosystem and create a launchpad for first-time founders. The initiative fosters innovation, resilience, and learning, empowering young entrepreneurs to grow their ventures.  

This year, WTFund received applications from over 50 cities, spanning different tiers, including remote areas. The selected startups represent a diverse range of sectors, including tech/SaaS, D2C, edtech, fintech, healthtech, agritech, and cleantech. The applications reflected a mobile-first mindset across all regions, with Tier l startups focusing on AI/ML-driven B2B solutions, while Tier ll and lll founders developed vernacular-first B2C innovations tailored for India’s diverse consumer base. These entrepreneurs are solving local challenges while building solutions with global scalability.  

The second cohort includes nine highlighted startups: Nasadya, InnerGize, Armatrix, Drnk, Neoperk, ReferRush, Modus AI, Bytes, and Ai.gnosis. Each brings innovative solutions with the potential to make a significant impact in their respective industries.  

WTFund is committed to nurturing young entrepreneurs by offering grants, mentorship, and resources without the pressure of immediate equity dilution. By supporting founders solving key real-world problems in sectors like healthtech, AI, energy transition, and space tech, the initiative aims to democratize access to capital and encourage bold, risk-taking innovation. With its growing network, WTFund continues to play a crucial role in shaping India’s next generation of entrepreneurs.