SheBuilds AI Accelerator
SheBuilds AI Accelerator is a 5-week, fully online accelerator for women founders building AI-led startups.
The program focuses on sharpening business fundamentals, strengthening go-to-market strategy, and preparing founders for the next stage of growth.
Focus areas: Health, Fintech, Agri & Rural Economy, Media & Creativity, Hardware & Consumer AI
Key Dates
Application Deadline: Jan 11, 2026.
Virtual Pitch: Jan 12, 2026
Cohort Announcement: Jan 14, 2026
Program Duration: Jan 15, 2026 – Feb 20, 2026
Program Format
Fully online | 5 weeks | 2 sessions / week @ 2hrs each
10 live sessions | 20 hrs | 5–7 PM IST
What You’ll Gain
Achieve Real Product–Market Fit: Clearly validate the problem, target customer, and AI-driven solution through real-world usage and feedback
Build a Repeatable Go-to-Market Engine: Design and test customer acquisition, sales, pricing, and partnership strategies that can scale
Scale with Discipline: Establish strong unit economics, operational processes, and growth metrics for sustainable expansion
Ecosystem Access: Gain structured access to mentors, industry experts, investors, and enterprise partners to accelerate traction and credibility
Who Should Apply
Women founders (18+) at pre- or early-revenue stage
AI-first or AI-enabled startups (incorporated)
Pathway to ISB ivi
Top founders receive direct entry to the ivi admission interview, skipping multiple elimination rounds.