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Entrepreneurship Skilling Govt. Digital Transformation

Wadhwani Entrepreneur Program

Are you a business owner looking to grow?

You have built a real business. Now get the right expertise, right connections, and a clear execution plan to move to the next stage.

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About Wadhwani Entrepreneur

Practical growth support for MSME owners ready for their next move.

A fully funded 12-week online program combining expert guidance, a dedicated growth advisor, and a practical execution plan in 90 days, so you can take one bold growth move with structure and confidence.

See What You Get

What You Get

A Complete Toolkit For Disciplined Execution

Six pillars of growth support, built for MSME owners ready to act.
Why this program is for you

You have built a real business.
Now it needs the right growth move.

This program is for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow but need sharper direction, expert support, and a practical execution path.

What most entrepreneurs tell us

  • I want to expand to other cities or states, but I am not sure where to start.
  • I want to enter new markets and new channels with more confidence.
  • I want to increase revenue, but growth has started to plateau.
  • I want to find larger buyers and customers.
  • I know the opportunity exists, but I need help to execute it well.

Who this is for

  • ₹5 Cr to ₹25 Cr annual revenue
  • 10+ employees on payroll
  • Operating for 2+ years
  • A clear growth ambition such as new cities, new markets, new channels, exports, larger customers, or new products
  • Focused sectors: manufacturing, food processing, packaged goods, healthcare, B2B services, and distribution

Our stories

Hear From Our Beneficiaries

Our association with the Wadhwani Foundation has been immensely valuable, giving us clearer strategic direction as we scale. The expert mentorship we received helped us make key decisions around market focus and financial discipline. We’re already seeing a strong positive impact in both these areas, and deeply appreciate the guidance provided.

Sudhir

Founder of Leap Info | Pune

The program has been immensely valuable in helping us refine our approach to customers and build a more structured path for growth. The practical insights and guidance we received made a real difference in how we identify, reach, and engage with our target audience. The overall experience was truly worth the time invested.

Anay Mashuwala

Founder of Venus Engineering | Ahmedabad

The experience brought remarkable clarity to our growth plans and helped us think much bigger about our global potential. It strengthened our team’s approach, sharpened our focus on new markets, and enabled more meaningful engagement with our international partners. The insights we gained will play a key role in our journey to scale and expand globally.

Prashant Gandhi

Owner of Samurddhi Engineering | Ahmedabad

JOURNEY

How To Apply

A simple, structured process for eligible ventures.

  • Apply Online

    Fill out the application form and share your growth ambition.

  • Evaluation

    Our team reviews your application and may call you for an interview.

  • Selection

    Our expert panel interviews and selects ventures that meet the criteria.

  • Join the Program

    You receive a welcome mail with all program details.

  • Start the Program

    Begin meeting experts from various domains and build your growth plan.

Every growth move needs discipline.

Start with the right structure and the right support.
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Not another course

This Is Practical Growth Support.

Not Another Masterclass

Built around real business challenges and practical growth decisions.

Not A Theory-Based Course

Guidance from experts who have already executed similar moves.

Not A Certification Program

The outcome is an actionable growth plan.

It's Execution From Day One

You start with your growth idea and build a practical path forward.

Another Masterclass

Built around real business challenges and practical growth decisions.

A Theory-Based Course

Guidance from experts who have already executed similar moves.

A Certification Program

The outcome is a working growth plan, not a certificate to hang on the wall.

Execution From Day One

You start with your growth idea and build a practical path forward.

Your 12-Week Program

1 hour per week. Focused on execution.

  • Growth Idea Workshop

    Confirm your growth idea and identify your top business bottlenecks.

  • Masterclasses

    Working sessions applied to your customer, cash flow, AI tools, and business numbers.

  • Dedicated Growth Advisor

    One advisor keeps your growth journey focused, practical, and accountable.

  • Expert Connect

    Meet relevant domain experts matched to your growth bottlenecks.

Continued Support After The 12-Week Program

The support continues after the program so your growth plan keeps moving.

  • Entrepreneur Community

    Stay connected with founders, peers, and ecosystem relationships beyond the program.

  • AI Business Support

    Continue using AI-powered support to think faster, plan better, and act with clarity.

  • Additional Expert Access

    Access relevant experts when a new challenge or growth opportunity emerges.

  • Knowledge Library

    Use playbooks, guides, case studies, scripts, and tools to support execution.

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Trusted by Leading Institutions and Ecosystem Partners

Institutions, organizations, and ecosystem partners that have chosen to work with us and contribute to our shared mission of enabling growth and innovation.

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FAQ

Questions Answered Directly

Everything business owners need to know before applying.
What exactly is the Wadhwani Entrepreneur Program?

A 12-week, execution-focused growth program for MSME business owners with revenue between ₹5 Cr and ₹25 Cr who are ready to make their next growth move. You get expert guidance, AI-powered support, a dedicated Growth Advisor, and a practical growth plan tailored to your business.

Yes. Participation is by selection only. Businesses are evaluated based on their stage of growth, readiness to execute, leadership commitment, and the clarity of the growth opportunity they want to pursue. Completing an application does not automatically guarantee admission into the program. Once you apply, you will hear back from our team on the next steps.
You will be asked to share basic business information, including your revenue range, team size, business stage, growth priorities, key challenges, and the specific growth opportunity you would like to work on during the program. This helps us determine whether the program is the right fit for your business.
The program is intentionally selective to ensure every participating business receives meaningful access to advisors, experts, and support resources, enabling a more personalized and impactful experience. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so if a cohort reaches capacity, eligible businesses may be considered for a subsequent batch.
No. This is not a course, generic mentorship program, or consulting assignment. It is structured growth support designed to help you execute a specific business growth opportunity.
The Wadhwani Foundation is a global not-for-profit organization with a mission to create jobs and change lives. We believe that growing businesses are one of the most powerful engines of job creation and economic opportunity. When businesses survive, scale, and succeed, they create jobs, strengthen communities, and contribute to broader economic growth. The Wadhwani Entrepreneur Program is fully funded as part of that mission, helping growth-ready MSMEs scale faster and create lasting impact.
No. There are no fees, no equity requirements, and no hidden charges.
Business owners who generate annual revenue between ₹5 Cr and ₹25 Cr, have 10 or more employees, have been operating for at least 2 years, have a clear growth opportunity in mind, and are willing to commit 1 hour per week for 12 weeks.
If your business falls outside the current eligibility criteria, we may still have a solution for you. Businesses with annual revenue below ₹5 Cr can explore Wadhwani Liftoff, our AI-powered growth platform designed to help early-stage and growing businesses build readiness and accelerate growth. Businesses with annual revenue above ₹25 Cr may be better suited for Wadhwani Accelerate, our structured growth execution program for more established businesses pursuing larger-scale growth opportunities.
The program can help with growth priorities such as entering new markets, improving cash flow, securing funding, launching new products, expanding sales channels, strengthening operations, building leadership capability, or preparing for exports.
You work on a specific growth opportunity with support from experts, AI-powered tools, and a dedicated Growth Advisor. Together, we help you build a practical plan, define clear actions, and create momentum toward your growth goals.
How much time will I need to commit?

Approximately one hour per week for structured sessions over 12 weeks, along with time to implement agreed actions within your business.

Yes. While the business owner should remain actively involved, relevant members of the leadership team may participate in sessions where their expertise or involvement is important to the growth initiative.
Experienced founders, business leaders, functional specialists, and domain experts who have successfully navigated growth challenges similar to the ones you may be facing.
You get access to a 24×7 AI-powered Business Advisor that helps you explore options, access relevant knowledge, analyze opportunities, and make faster, better-informed business decisions.
Yes. Every participating business is assigned a dedicated Growth Advisor who helps guide the journey, maintain momentum, and keep execution on track.
No. You don’t need a detailed plan. However, you should have a clear growth opportunity, challenge, or ambition that you would like to pursue. The program helps you convert that into a structured execution plan.
You will leave with a clear 90-day growth plan, actionable next steps, access to the Wadhwani Entrepreneur Network, and greater clarity on how to execute your growth strategy.
The program can provide access to experts, networks, and ecosystem connections that may help open doors. While specific business outcomes cannot be guaranteed, participants often benefit from introductions, insights, and opportunities that support their growth journey.
The Wadhwani Entrepreneur Network is a trusted community of founders, business leaders, experts, and ecosystem partners. It gives participants access to valuable relationships, peer learning, referrals, partnerships, and opportunities that can accelerate business growth.

Yes. Information shared during the application process and throughout the program is treated confidentially and used only for the purpose of evaluating eligibility and supporting your business growth journey.

This is not another business course, consulting engagement, or networking forum. It is a structured, execution-focused growth program where founders learn from founders, work on real business challenges, receive dedicated support, and leave with a practical plan for growth. Trusted by 10,000+ businesses and fully funded by the Wadhwani Foundation, the program exists to help businesses grow, create jobs, and succeed, not to sell training or consulting services.

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One platform. Clear outcomes for everyone.

For Institutions

  • Strengthen innovation culture without curriculum overhaul.
  • Align with experiential learning priorities.
  • Join 1,000+ institutions globally already leveraging Ignite.
  • tools, mentors, and a global ecosystem

For Faculty

  • Mentor students beyond theory.
  • Build future-ready entrepreneurial capability through live ventures.
  • Engage flexibly with AI tools, mentors, and a global ecosystem

For Students

  • Gain real entrepreneurship exposure.
  • Build confidence and practical skills.
  • Graduate with a meaningful Plan B

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  • Short-term and long-term business objectives.
  • Pinpoint growth opportunities or untapped markets.
  • Develop clear, measurable steps with deadlines.

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  • Pinpoint growth opportunities or untapped markets.
  • Develop clear, measurable steps with deadlines.

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A world-class entrepreneurship university experience!

  • Effective speaking & listening skills
  • Impactful writing skills
  • Self presentation
  • Professionalism
  • Customer centricity
  • Work productivity tools
  • Start-up mindset
  • Introduction to entrepreneurship 
  • Safety practices
  • Financial literacy
  • Self management
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving & innovation
  • Obtain an appropriate job
  • Online communication & data security

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A world-class entrepreneurship university experience!

  • Success at work 
  • Effective speaking and listening skills – advanced
  • Self-presentation – advanced  
  • Interpersonal skills – advanced 
  • Problem solving & innovation – advanced
  • Professionalism – advanced  
  • Customer centricity – advanced  
  • Leadership & management  
  • Strategic management 
  • Self-management – advanced