ACE $100k High-Touch AI Accelerator by Invention Engine

High-touch, founder-first accelerator for early-stage AI and deeptech startups. Provides up to ₹93 lakh in capital and six months of co-founder-style support across product, GTM, and fundraising, with a very small cohort for deep engagement.

ACE is a high-touch, founder-first accelerator designed for early-stage AI and deeptech startups building globally relevant products. The program is built for founders who move beyond demos and focus on delivering real customer value through strong problem understanding, fast execution, and disciplined product development.

Unlike traditional accelerators, ACE embeds deeply with founders, operating like a co-founding partner over a six-month period. Startups receive hands-on support from AI researchers, experienced entrepreneurs, and global operators across product, go-to-market, hiring, and fundraising.

The accelerator focuses on helping founders sharpen their ICP, iterate products through real user feedback, launch focused GTM strategies, and prepare for institutional fundraising. Selected teams receive founder-first capital of up to ₹93 lakh, along with access to a global customer advisory board spanning the US, Europe, and Singapore. Only a very small cohort is selected to ensure deep, personalized engagement.