IgnitionPAD Startup Program 2026

About

The IgnitionPAD Startup Program 2026 offers a comprehensive 15-week accelerator experience for founders across all sectors, providing free access to co-working spaces, advanced technology facilities, and valuable networking opportunities, culminating in a Demo Day to pitch to investors.

Benefits

• Free program for selected participants
  Participation in Demo Day to pitch to investors and mentors

Eligibility Criteria

• Completion of ‘Pre-flight Pre-accelerator’
• Defined business idea
• Open to all founders, not limited to university students or alumni
• Must be able to attend monthly face-to-face sessions in Parramatta, NSW

Participation Commitments

• 15 weeks part-time commitment
• Regular online sessions and a few planned face-to-face sessions
• Must demonstrate traction or viability of the idea
• No need to have customers before applying

Target Region

India

Target Sector

All sectors