DTC Timeline
A 10-week journey from application to Demo Day, following Stanford d.school and IDEO-inspired methodologies.
Call for Application
Applications open for individuals from diverse backgrounds, students, tech enthusiasts, women, rural youth.
Application Assessment - Round 1 & 2
Evaluation of applicants based on their background, experience, and ambition.
Design Thinking Bootcamp
Online and in-person workshops to familiarize participants with design thinking methodology and focus areas.
Virtual Bootcamp and Demo Day
Teams pitch their prototypes to a panel of judges with live demonstrations and feedback.
Winners Award
Winners are announced and receive prizes, seed funding, and incubator opportunities.
Innovators in Residence Program
A 6-month incubator and accelerator program for winners and finalists to build their solutions for scale.
Phase 1: 3 Months Incubator
Find problem-solution fit & build a credible business case. Focus on building proof points around the venture.
Phase 2: 3 Months Accelerator
Work with corporate partners, mentors, and investors to build customer traction and prepare for funding.