FutureX (Campus Fund + Google Cloud)
Offered By - Campus Fund - CF
About the Program
FutureX is a flagship startup platform + accelerator-style program by Campus Fund in partnership with Google Cloud, focused on building and scaling AI-first startups led by students and young founders. It is designed as a national-level platform combining competition, acceleration, and investment access.
Who is it for:
This program specifically targets:
- Students (UG/PG/PhD)
- Recent graduates / dropouts (2023 onwards)
- Founders building AI-first startups with at least 25% equity stake
👉 Essentially: student founders building AI startups
What do you get:
Selected startups get:
- Direct pathway to Campus Fund investment committee
- Chance to raise up to $1M funding
- Google Cloud credits & startup perks
- Mentorship, masterclasses & technical guidance
- Access to Google ecosystem + AI tools
- Potential incubation via Google for Startups
- Long-term post-program support
Why it matters:
This is one of the strongest student-focused startup platforms in India, especially for AI:
Combines capital + brand (Google) + ecosystem
Gives student founders direct VC exposure (rare)
Acts as a launchpad into serious funding rounds
Offerings –
– Investment opportunity up to 8.5 Crore
– Google Cloud credits
– Mentorship & masterclasses (AI + startup scaling)
– Investor access (Campus Fund)
– Incubation opportunities (Google ecosystem)
– Startup perks, tools & discounts
– Post-program ecosystem support
Funding & Benefits
This program offers a combination of financial support, mentorship, and ecosystem access to help startups grow and scale their solutions effectively.
Cloud Credits
Corporate Partnerships
Funding
Global Market Access
Investor Connect
Mentorship
Networking
Workshops
Beyond funding, programs like this provide credibility, exposure, and strategic support that can significantly accelerate a startup’s growth journey.
Who Can Apply / Eligibility
- Must be a student / recent graduate (2023 onwards)
- Must hold minimum 25% equity in startup
- Startup must be AI-focused (ML / GenAI / Data)
- Must be actively building a startup (not just idea)
Selection Process
- Application submission through the official platform
- Initial screening based on eligibility and concept strength
- Evaluation based on innovation, scalability, and impact
- Shortlisting of selected applicants
- Final selection by the organizing body
The exact selection process may vary depending on program guidelines.
How to Apply
- Visit the official application page of the program provided below
- Review eligibility criteria and submission requirements
- Prepare necessary documents and project details
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Await further communication from the organizers
Frequently Asked Questions
- Must be a student / recent graduate (2023 onwards)
- Must hold minimum 25% equity in startup
- Startup must be AI-focused (ML / GenAI / Data)
- Must be actively building a startup (not just idea)