NIC Karachi Invites Startups to Join Cohort 15 for Equity-Free Support and Mentorship

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NIC Karachi is calling on startups, entrepreneurs, professionals, teachers, and students to join Cohort 15 of its incubation program, with just 10 days remaining before applications close. The program is designed to accelerate growth and amplify impact, offering participants the resources and support needed to take their ventures to the next level.

Participants in Cohort 15 will have access to equity-free support, enabling them to scale their businesses without giving up ownership. The program also provides expert mentorship and coaching from industry leaders, guiding founders through challenges in product development, market strategy, and operational execution.

Startups will gain access to investors, creating opportunities to secure funding and bring their visions to life. In addition, the program fosters elite networking, connecting participants with a community of peers, mentors, and ecosystem leaders to collaborate, share insights, and build lasting professional relationships.

Applications for Cohort 15 are open until Sunday, 15 February 2026. The program encourages founders and innovators to apply promptly to benefit from structured support, hands-on guidance, and connections that can accelerate their growth trajectory. NIC Karachi’s incubation initiative emphasizes deliberate scaling, practical mentorship, and exposure to opportunities that enable startups to disrupt markets and grow sustainably.

By combining resources, mentorship, and investor access, Cohort 15 continues NIC Karachi’s mission to nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs and foster a thriving startup ecosystem in Pakistan.

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