Rajeev Circle Fellowship 2026

About

A fellowship program designed to immerse Indian tech founders in the Silicon Valley ecosystem, providing them with financial support, networking opportunities, and access to key industry events during SF Tech Week. Participants will engage with investors and industry leaders, enhancing their ventures' potential for global impact.

Benefits

• 💰Financial Support
  Up to $3,500 USD in reimbursable grants for travel and accommodation expenses
• 🎓Curated Attendance
  Support for high-signal events during SF Tech Week matched to each fellow's sector
• 🏢Company Visits
  Opportunities to visit technology company headquarters and Bay Area startups
• 🌐Investor Introductions
  Connections to VCs, angels, and cross-border funds active in India-origin companies
• 📈Community Access
  Access to special events and gatherings within the Rajeev Circle network

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to technology founders from India
• Must be actively building a startup, not at the ideation stage
• Priority given to sectors of strategic significance like AI, cybersecurity, and robotics
• Demonstrated readiness to engage with the US market and investor ecosystem
• Must be able to travel to the US for the fellowship

Participation Commitments

• Must attend SF Tech Week events in San Francisco
• Participation in scheduled visits to technology companies and organizations
• Engagement with the investor community during the fellowship
• Completion of the application form with detailed startup information

Target Region

Open to technology founders from India

Target Sector

Focused on technology and innovation sectors