Apply for the Next Bharat Residency Program
Empowering Impact Entrepreneurs with access to funding, mentorship, and a powerful network to amplify their impact and build thriving, sustainable communities.
OUR VISION
Empowering community of great entrepreneurs creating greater impact, for the next billion
Where is the Next Billion?
India, the world’s 5th largest economy, is powered by its burgeoning Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions, collectively referred to as The Next Billion
- Represents the informal urban economy in Tier 2 cities.
- Comprises over 300 million people, including workers like rickshaw drivers, house help etc.
- Household incomes range from ₹1.5–10 lakh per year, with significant contributions to India’s GDP.
- Represents the informal urban economy in Tier 2 cities.
- Comprises over 300 million people, including workers like rickshaw drivers, house help etc.
- Household incomes range from ₹1.5–10 lakh per year, with significant contributions to India’s GDP.
The Next Billion represents India’s hidden potential—communities ready to grow, innovate, and create opportunities for a better future.
How can we create value for the Next Billion?
Our residency program empowers impact entrepreneurs with mentorship, knowledge enhancement and a supportive community. We enable you to scale ventures, drive sustainable growth and create a lasting impact
Who is this program for?
Impact entrepreneurs working towards increasing incomes for informal and rural economies.
Is a For-Profit Entity
Focused on delivering both financial returns and measurable impact.
Directly Impacts India 2 & India 3
Addressing income disparities in Rural and Informal economies in India
OUTCOMEs
What’s in it for you?
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Program Duration
Your 3-Months Transformation Journey
Total Duration
3 months
Starting from
Jan 2026 –
March 2026
Session type
In person
For
5 weeks
Where
Bengaluru
Session type
On ground
For
7 weeks
Where
On site
Don’t miss anything
Subscribe to our Google Calendar for important dates
NEXT STEP
Your journey begins here !
Step 01
Application Review
Our team carefully evaluates all applications and shortlists potential candidates.
Step 02
Interviews
Shortlisted candidates participate in 2-3 rounds of interviews.
Step 03
Field Visit
On site visit by investment representatives
Step 04
Final Selection
Successful applicants are notified, and onboarding begins for the program.
What sets impact entrepreneurs apart?
Find out if you are one of the Impact Entrepreneur
FAQs
No prior experience is required. If you have a strong vision and passion for making an impact, you are encouraged to apply.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
Receive up to ₹5 crore in equity-based funding to scale your venture, with living expenses fully covered during the Residency Program.
