Flipkart Ventures, the venture arm of e-commerce major Flipkart, has announced the launch of Leap Ahead 4.0, the latest edition of its flagship accelerator program designed to fuel India’s emerging AI startup ecosystem.
Now in its fourth iteration, Flipkart Leap Ahead (FLA) continues to back early-stage founders in their ‘zero to one’ journey, providing up to $500,000 in equity investment and access to deep mentorship, strategic guidance, and Flipkart’s innovation network.
The program’s 2025 edition will focus on AI-native startups, particularly those working at the intersection of generative and agentic AI, drone technologies, and quick commerce enablement. The initiative is open to India-based startups at the pre-Seed to Series A stages, with a defined Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and a full-time founding team.
In addition to capital, selected startups will benefit from a structured mentorship curriculum covering product development, go-to-market strategy, design, and fundraising. Participants will also be able to explore integration and commercial opportunities within Flipkart’s broader ecosystem, culminating in a Demo Day where they can pitch to leading investors and VCs.
Speaking on the launch, Ravi Iyer, Senior Vice President – Corporate, Flipkart, said:
“As AI continues to redefine what’s possible across industries, India stands at the cusp of a generational opportunity to lead this global shift. With Flipkart Leap Ahead 4.0, we are backing founders who are building category-defining technologies and solving for India at scale.”
He added:
“Our mission goes beyond capital, we aim to be long-term partners, offering deep operational expertise, strategic connections, and access to Flipkart’s ecosystem. Since its inception, Flipkart Ventures has supported 20+ startups across deep tech, fintech, health tech, generative AI, and sustainability. This program reflects our commitment to enabling innovation that drives real-world impact. We’re here to help bold founders shape the next era of India’s tech landscape.”
Startups interested in applying must demonstrate a strong focus on AI, drone-tech, or rapid commerce solutions. Flipkart Ventures encourages ambitious founders who are reshaping India’s digital future to apply and be part of the Leap Ahead journey.
