Last Updated: July 10, 2026

Please read these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") carefully before using the website, services, application platform, and accelerator program operated by Shriram Pawar Venture Capital ("Company", "The Growthly", "we", "us", or "our").

By accessing, browsing, applying to, or participating in any part of The Growthly, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be legally bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use the Service.

1. Eligibility

By applying to The Growthly program, you confirm that:

  • You are at least 14 years of age
  • You possess the legal authority and capacity to enter into binding agreements
  • You are a resident of India
  • All information submitted by you is accurate, complete, and current

No formal educational qualification is mandatory. Applications are accepted from students, college dropouts, working professionals, homemakers, graduates, and individuals from all backgrounds.

2. Program Overview

The Growthly is a structured 2-month accelerator program designed to support early-stage founders and aspiring entrepreneurs.

The program includes:

  • Phase 1 (Online): 28 Days of scheduled online sessions covering business fundamentals, validation, financial planning, market understanding, and startup execution
  • Phase 2 (Offline): 28 Days residential bootcamp with accommodation and food fully covered by The Growthly

The offline residential bootcamp location will be communicated only to selected participants and may be conducted Navi Mumbai.

3. Application Process and Fees

3.1 Application Processing Fee

A Application Processing Fee of ₹1499 (Indian Rupees One Thousand and Four Hundred Ninty Nine Only) is payable only at the final application stage.

The fee:

  • Is Not Refundable
  • Does not include applicable payment gateway or banking charges

3.2 No Additional Program Fee

The complete program, including online sessions, residential bootcamp, accommodation, and meals, is provided without any tuition or hidden charges.

3.3 Application Stages

The application process may include:

  • Online application form
  • Business idea or problem-solving assessment
  • Personal interview

3.4 False Information

Any false, misleading, incomplete, or fraudulent information may lead to immediate rejection or removal without refund.

4. Selection and Participation

Selection is entirely at the sole discretion of The Growthly team.

Evaluation may include:

  • Problem-solving ability
  • Founder commitment
  • Business potential
  • Scalability
  • Clarity of execution

Selected participants must:

  • Maintain minimum required attendance
  • Participate actively in all sessions
  • Maintain professional conduct
  • Respect confidentiality obligations

The Company reserves full right to remove any participant at any stage if conduct, attendance, ethics, or participation is unsatisfactory.

5. Funding and Equity

5.1 Funding Opportunity

Selected startups may receive investment support of up to ₹50 Lakh, subject to internal investment evaluation by Shriram Pawar, and Sneha Agarwal.

5.2 Equity Terms

Equity, valuation, investment amount, and commercial rights are determined individually through separate legally binding agreements.

No fixed equity percentage applies universally.

6. Intellectual Property

Participants retain ownership of their ideas, intellectual property, and business materials.

The Growthly does not claim ownership over participant-created concepts unless separately agreed through written documentation.

Participants grant The Growthly limited permission to use names, photographs, logos, and startup identities for promotional communication unless written objection is submitted.

7. Code of Conduct

All participants must maintain respectful, lawful, and professional behavior.

Strictly prohibited:

  • Harassment
  • Discrimination
  • Abuse
  • Disruptive conduct
  • Confidential information leakage
  • Illegal activity

Violation may result in immediate removal without refund and legal action where applicable.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted under Indian law, The Growthly, its founders, employees, mentors, advisors, and partners shall not be liable for:

  • Indirect losses
  • Business losses
  • Opportunity losses
  • Profit losses
  • Data loss
  • Reputation damage

Maximum liability shall not exceed the application fee paid by the applicant.

9. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Growthly, its founders, employees, and affiliates against claims, liabilities, losses, damages, or legal expenses arising from:

  • Your breach of these Terms
  • Misconduct
  • Legal violations
  • Intellectual property disputes caused by your submissions

10. Program Changes

The Company reserves full right to:

  • Modify program structure
  • Change schedule
  • Alter speakers, mentors, location, format, or content
  • Suspend or discontinue any part of the program without prior notice

11. Refund Policy

The ₹1499 application fee remains non-refundable under all normal circumstances including:

  • Non-selection
  • Withdrawal
  • Disqualification
  • Removal from program

Only if the entire program is officially cancelled before commencement may refund be considered.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by laws of India.

All disputes shall fall under exclusive jurisdiction of courts located in Mumbai.

13. Contact Information

For legal questions:

Email: team@thegrowthly.in

14. Entire Agreement

These Terms represent the complete agreement between the applicant and The Growthly regarding participation and supersede prior discussions or representations.