SC WIN Now & Next Programme

A launchpad for women entrepreneurs, empowering them to scale bold ideas, accelerate business growth, and build what comes next.

Ten shortlisted participants will join the 12-week SC WIN Global Accelerator Programme — gaining expert-led professional training, strategic mentorship, and access to a powerful peer community of ambitious women entrepreneurs across industries.

Programme Overview :
Awards •Best SC WIN Business Award
•Best Business for Good Award
•Best International Business Award
•Best Next Gen Business Award
•People’s Choice Award
Professional Support Each shortlisted participant will:
• Receive dedicated mentorship and professional guidance
• Receive support for marketing and personal branding
• Have the opportunity to join the SC WIN community to expand business connections and collaboration opportunities
Details of Application :
Eligibility Women entrepreneurs and business owners (including startups and SMEs seeking expansion)
Application Period Extended till 30 June 2026
Entry Criteria 1.Be incorporated in India with a valid Goods and Services Tax and Permanent Account number;
2. Business Vintage >=2 years in business operations from its incorporation date;
3. Location: The Entrant’s principal place of business or registered office must be located in one of the following cities: Delhi, Kolkata, Jaipur , Chandigarh, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Coimbatore, Cochin, Mumbai, Ahmedabad, Pune, Rajkot, Indore, Nagpur, Bhopal, Baroda
4. Entrant must satisfy any one of the following conditions:
a . At least 51 per cent owned by woman or women; OR (ii) the business is founded by a woman (i.e. 50 per cent shareholding);
OR
b. At least 20 per cent owned by woman or by women; AND (ii) with a woman as CEO, COO, President or Vice President; AND (iii) has a board of directors at least 30 per cent comprised of women, where a board exists;
5. Are not employees, advisers, immediate family members, including spouse, parents, siblings and children, retailers, suppliers, associated companies and/or agencies related to Standard Chartered and LIFTwomen Group Pty Ltd (ABN 38 646 518 916) (“LIFTwomen”).
Selection Process
All applications will be reviewed by a panel of Standard Chartered experts. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for interviews.

Ten finalists will be selected to join the 12-week SC WIN Global Accelerator Programme.

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