Capital and capability for founders ready to scale.

Campus Angels Network partners with ambitious founders building deep-tech businesses emerging from leading university incubators and innovation ecosystems.

We focus on startups that have demonstrated product validation, secured early customers and are ready to scale.

Beyond capital, we support founders through strategic mentoring, governance, market access, business acceleration and preparation for future funding rounds. We look for founders who combine innovation with disciplined execution and are open to working closely with experienced investors and industry leaders to build enduring businesses.

Eligibility

Who we invest in.

Seeking to raise typically between ₹1 crore and ₹3 crore to accelerate commercialization and growth, with larger rounds considered selectively through co-investment.
Demonstrated product validation with early customers or clear evidence of market acceptance.
Solving a meaningful problem or addressing an important need for society, consumers or enterprises.
Offering a differentiated, technology-led solution with a sustainable competitive advantage.
Incubated or supported by a university-led incubator or a credible innovation ecosystem partner.

Sectors we back

Life Sciences
MedTech
Advanced Materials
Robotics
E-Mobility
Aerospace, Space & Defense
Clean Energy & Climate Tech
Enterprise

Don't see your sector listed? If your startup meets the criteria above, we'd still like to hear from you.

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Eligibility checklist

A committed, coachable and energetic founding team with relevant domain knowledge and execution capability.
A clearly defined problem addressed by an innovative, scalable and commercially viable solution.
A large addressable market with the potential to build a meaningful business.
Clear competitive differentiation and defensibility against existing and potential competitors.
Strong intellectual property, proprietary technology or another sustainable competitive advantage, where relevant.
Historical financial information, current operating metrics and realistic financial projections.
The potential to create significant long-term enterprise value and attractive investor returns.
Willingness to maintain appropriate governance standards and accommodate a CAN-nominated investor as Board Observer.

Your startup pitch deck

What your deck should cover.

Use concise, relevant and verifiable data to support the investment case.

Problem being addressed and why it matters
Your solution and technology
Unique value proposition and competitive differentiation
Addressable market and target customers
Business model and go-to-market strategy
Founding team, key employees and advisors

Product validation, customers, revenues and other traction
Competitive landscape and barriers to entry
Intellectual property, where relevant
Historical financials and projections
Funding sought, proposed use of funds and key milestones
Current cap table and details of previous funding rounds, if any

Evaluation process

From application to funding.

Initial screening

After receiving your application, our team conducts an initial screening against CAN's investment criteria.

Deeper evaluation

Shortlisted startups undergo deeper evaluation with relevant domain and technology experts, followed by discussions with the founding team and, where appropriate, a visit to the company or incubator.

Present & proceed

Startups meeting our criteria present to CAN members. Where there is sufficient investor interest, the opportunity proceeds to polling, term sheet discussions and formal due diligence.

The initial evaluation and investor-presentation process generally takes a few weeks; the overall funding timeline depends on investor interest, due diligence, documentation and completion of agreed conditions.

Funding terms & conditions

For startups that receive sufficient investor interest, CAN will discuss and agree the proposed investment structure, valuation and key investor rights with the founders.

The investment proceeds after completion of satisfactory due diligence, execution of the definitive investment agreements and fulfilment of agreed Conditions Precedent. Applicable transaction and due diligence charges will be communicated as part of the process.

How to apply

If your startup meets the above criteria, please submit your application through the online application link. Before applying, ensure that your pitch deck and key company information are complete and current.

If you face any difficulty while submitting the application or uploading documents, please write to info@thecampusangels.com.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How do I apply to Campus Angels Network?

Apply through the Entrepreneurs section of our website using the online application form. Please review our eligibility criteria before applying and upload a current pitch deck with the information required for our initial evaluation.

What are CAN's gating criteria for ventures seeking investment?

We look for startups with differentiated technology or business solutions, demonstrated product validation, early market traction, a capable and coachable founding team, a large addressable market, credible competitive advantages, reasonable valuation expectations and the potential to create significant long-term enterprise value. We primarily focus on startups emerging from university incubators and credible innovation ecosystems.

What process can I expect after I apply?

Applications are initially screened by the CAN team. Shortlisted companies undergo a deeper business and technology evaluation, followed by founder interactions and, where appropriate, a site visit. Selected startups present to CAN members. Opportunities receiving sufficient investor interest proceed to polling, term sheet negotiation, due diligence, definitive documentation and funding.

What is the typical investment size?

CAN typically facilitates investments from approximately ₹1 crore to ₹3 crore, depending on the startup's funding requirement and member interest. Where a larger round is appropriate, CAN may participate alongside other angel networks, family offices, venture funds or institutional investors.

How long does the funding process take?

The overall process generally takes around two to three months, although timelines vary depending on the complexity of the transaction, investor interest, due diligence and documentation. Founders can help accelerate the process by maintaining complete and current documentation and responding promptly to information requests.

What are the charges to the entrepreneur?

A deal facilitation fee of 3% of the funds raised through CAN is applicable. The actual cost of financial, legal and other agreed due diligence undertaken by agencies appointed for the transaction is also borne as agreed with the startup.

Does CAN invest in competing startups?

CAN evaluates each investment opportunity independently and may consider companies operating in the same or adjacent sectors. Appropriate confidentiality and conflict-of-interest practices are followed throughout the evaluation and investment process.