What You Need To Know Before Applying to YC W26

​Applying to YC W26? Here's what you need to know before you apply! with Gaurav Luhariwala, Founder, Tejas AI (YC alum)

​Getting your YC application from “draft” to “done” is half clarity, half speed. In this live session, Gaurav breaks down what YC actually looks for and how to position your startup to get that interview.

​You’ll learn:

• ​How to frame your problem, solution, and insight so it lands

• ​What “traction” really means at different stages

• ​How to show founder–market fit without overselling

• ​Common pitfalls in the YC's application form and how to avoid them

• ​What makes a memorable video and a crisp one-liner

• ​The right way to talk competition, metrics, and milestones

​Early-stage founders applying to YC Winter ’26 or considering it this cycle should definitely join in.

Walk away with a sharper narrative, a clean checklist for your W26 application, and clear next steps.

Ready to apply to YC? Get your application reviewed today: https://razorpay.typeform.com/to/EgRWuIYf