Welcome to the AutoTech Deep Dive Day, an initiative by SSN iFound designed to identify, evaluate, and support high-potential startups in the mobility and automotive ecosystem.

This program aims to bring together promising startups across domains such as electric mobility, automotive components, mobility software, energy systems, and related sectors, and enable their progression from early-stage innovation to market-ready solutions.

Selected startups will get an opportunity to engage in curated 1:1 mentoring sessions with industry expert Satish Rajagopalan, along with access to SSN iFound’s structured incubation support.

What the Program Offers

Selected startups will benefit from:

1. Mentorship Support
2. Guidance from industry experts and domain specialists
3. Market Access
4. Potential connections to relevant industry stakeholders
5. Incubation Support
6. Opportunity to join SSN iFound’s incubation program under an equity model
7. Business & Technical Support
8. Structured support to refine product, business model, and go-to-market

SSN iFound Value Proposition

Startups will benefit from SSN iFound’s core incubation framework:

1. From PoC to Market-Ready Product
2. From Early-Stage Startup to Scalable Business
3. From Innovation to Investment-Ready Venture

Selection & Engagement

1. 8–10 startups will be shortlisted for 1:1 in-person mentoring sessions
2. Selected startups will interact directly with the mentor for feedback and evaluation
3. High-potential startups may be considered for:
4. Continued mentorship
5. Industry connects
6. Incubation at SSN iFound

Program Timeline

1. Call for Applications: Wednesday, 6 May 2026
2. Start of Screening: Monday, 11 May 2026
3. Application Deadline: Sunday, 17 May 2026
4. Mentoring Day (In-Person): Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Who Should Apply

1. Startups in mobility / auto-tech domains
2. Startups at PoC / Prototype stage (preferred)
3. Early traction startups seeking market access or validation
4. Founders building scalable, technology-driven solutions