What I appreciated was that the conversations didn't feel forced. Most events end with surface-level networking, but here I actually got to sit with investors who understood the stage and challenges of our business
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Presents
The 40 CityROADSHOW
StartupInvestor
Roadshow40 Cities = 1 Powerful Movement
India's Largest Startup Roadshow Connecting High Potential Founders With Active Investors Across 40 Cities Through A Structured Fundraising Journey.
2K+Startups To Be
Engaged
1K+Investors Across
India
10K+Founders
NTWRK
100+Investment Ready Startups
Deals to be initiated
50+Incubator
Partnerships
40 Cities. One Opportunity.
From Metro Cities To Emerging Startup Hubs We're Bringing Capital Access To Your Doorstep.
About 40 City
What Is 40 City About?
The 40 City Roadshow
Is Designed To Bridge This Gap.
India's Startup Ecosystem Is Largely Concentrated In Metro Cities, Leaving Many High-Potential Startups In Tier 2 And Tier 3 Cities Without Access To Capital, Networks, And Visibility.
The 40 City Roadshow
Is Designed To Bridge This Gap.
It Is A Structured, Nationwide Platform That Identifies Promising Startups Across 40 Cities, Evaluates Them Through A Rigorous Process, And Connects Them With The Right Investors In A Focused, High-Intent Environment.
Steps To Get Started
This Is How It Works
Apply Online
Application
Submission
Submit Your Pitch Deck And Key Business Details To Get Started.
Get Evaluated
Evaluation &
Screening
Our Investment Team Reviews Your Startup For Viability, Scalability, And Investor Fit.
Pitch In Your City
Startup
Marathon
Our Investment Team Reviews Your Startup For Viability, Scalability, And Investor Fit.
State Capital Stage
Capital
Connect
Shortlisted Startups (₹2,000 Fee) Pitch Directly To Curated Investors In The State Capital.
This Is For
This Is Built For Founders Who
Are Actively Raising Funds Or Planning To Raise Soon
Want Direct Access To Investors, Not Just Networking
Are Looking To Break Beyond Their Local Ecosystem
Are Serious About Building A Scalable, Investable Business
Have A Startup From Idea Stage To Growth Stage (Seed To Pre-IPO)
This Is Built For Founders Who
Have A Startup From Idea Stage To Growth Stage (Seed To Pre-IPO)
Are Actively Raising Funds Or Planning To Raise Soon
Want Direct Access To Investors, Not Just Networking
Are Looking To Break Beyond Their Local Ecosystem
Are Serious About Building A Scalable, Investable Business
Eligibility
Criteria:
We Do Not Accept Applications From Startups Operating In The Following Categories
Food & Beverage(F&B) Brands, Including
Restaurants, Cafés, Cloud Kitchens
Packaged Food, Snacks, Beverages, FMCG Food Products
D2C Food Brands, QSR Chains, Or Beverage Companies
Restricted/Excluded Categories
Alcohol, Tobacco, Cigarettes, Vaping & Nicotine Products
Gambling, Betting, Fantasy Gaming, Poker, Casinos
Adult Entertainment, Explicit Content Or Services
Recreational Drugs, Narcotics, Or Related Products
Why You Should Apply
Pitch Where It Matters
Present Your Startup To A Curated Panel And Enter A Real Funding Pipeline.
Apply Now
Structured Fundraising Journey
Move From Your City To The State Capital Through A Clear, Step-By-Step Process.
Apply Now
Higher Chances Of Funding
Engage In High-Intent Environments Focused On Real Investment Outcomes.
Apply Now
Actionable Feedback
Get Practical Insights To Improve Your Startup And Fundraising Readiness.
Apply Now
Alumni Speakers
Learn From India's Top Founders & Investors
Mr. Mangal Prabhat Lodha
Founder Of Lodha Group And Honorable Minister Of Skill And Entrepreneurship
Sanjay Dangi
Director Authum Investment Ltd
Nitin Jain
Co-founder & CBO OfBusiness
Vinod Dugar
Promoter RDB Group
Sanjay Teli
Founder & Managing Director ESP Consultant India Pvt. Ltd.
Pankaj Razdan
Executive Vice Chairman & MD Edelweiss Wealth
Saurabh Bora
Bora Family Office
Vikas Nahar
Founder & CEO Happilo
Sunil Jain
Founding & Group Managing Partner Sprout Capital
Sushil Sharma
Founder & CEO Marwari Catalysts
Biren Parekh
Biren Parekh
Director, CRISIL
Mihir Joshi
Mihir Joshi
GVFL
Piyush Kothari
Piyush Kothari
Shivalik
Utpal Doshi
Utpal Doshi
100X VC
Hiranmay Mahanta
Hiranmay Mahanta
iHub
Rajesh Khemani
Rajesh Khemani
Director, Bloosom
Puru Gupta
Puru Gupta
True Elements
Arjun Vaidya
Arjun Vaidya
V3 Venture
Ashish Fafadia
Ashish Fafadia
Blume Ventures
Jeevika Tyagi
Jeevika Tyagi
Founder aastey
Aditya Arora
Aditya Arora
CEO Faad Network
Siddharth Sirigeri
Siddharth Sirigeri
Bora Family Office
Mahavir Pratap Sharma
Mahavir Pratap Sharma
TiE Angels
Mr. Mangal Prabhat Lodha
Founder Of Lodha Group And Honorable Minister Of Skill And Entrepreneurship
Sanjay Dangi
Director Authum Investment Ltd
Nitin Jain
Co-founder & CBO OfBusiness
Vinod Dugar
Promoter RDB Group
Sanjay Teli
Founder & Managing Director ESP Consultant India Pvt. Ltd.
Pankaj Razdan
Executive Vice Chairman & MD Edelweiss Wealth
Saurabh Bora
Bora Family Office
Vikas Nahar
Founder & CEO Happilo
Sunil Jain
Founding & Group Managing Partner Sprout Capital
Sushil Sharma
Founder & CEO Marwari Catalysts
Biren Parekh
Biren Parekh
Director, CRISIL
Mihir Joshi
Mihir Joshi
GVFL
Piyush Kothari
Piyush Kothari
Shivalik
Utpal Doshi
Utpal Doshi
100X VC
Hiranmay Mahanta
Hiranmay Mahanta
iHub
Rajesh Khemani
Rajesh Khemani
Director, Bloosom
Puru Gupta
Puru Gupta
True Elements
Arjun Vaidya
Arjun Vaidya
V3 Venture
Ashish Fafadia
Ashish Fafadia
Blume Ventures
Jeevika Tyagi
Jeevika Tyagi
Founder aastey
Aditya Arora
Aditya Arora
CEO Faad Network
Siddharth Sirigeri
Siddharth Sirigeri
Bora Family Office
Mahavir Pratap Sharma
Mahavir Pratap Sharma
TiE Angels
our Testimonials
What Founders Are Saying
On Our Way To Your State
We Are Actively Hosting Startup Pitching Events Across Multiple States. Find Your State, Apply, And Start Your Fundraising Journey.
Frequently askedquestions
Frequently askedquestions
Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer to your question? Send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
Startup founders, angel investors, VCs, corporate investors, mentors, ecosystem enablers, and service providers.
Yes. The roadshow is designed for early-stage and growth-stage founders actively looking to raise capital, gain mentorship, and build partnerships.
Startups should be early to growth stage with active revenue.
Participation is curated to ensure high-quality interactions. Startups and investors are reviewed based on relevance, stage, and intent to engage.
Frequently askedquestions
Frequently askedquestions
Still have questions?
Can’t find the answer to your question? Send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!
Startup founders, angel investors, VCs, corporate investors, mentors, ecosystem enablers, and service providers.
Yes. The roadshow is designed for early-stage and growth-stage founders actively looking to raise capital, gain mentorship, and build partnerships.
Startups should be early to growth stage with active revenue.
Participation is curated to ensure high-quality interactions. Startups and investors are reviewed based on relevance, stage, and intent to engage.
On Our Way To Your State
We Are Actively Hosting Startup Pitching Events Across Multiple States. Find Your State, Apply, And Start Your Fundraising Journey.