Zero Idea to First Customer.
In 30 Days.
The live, cohort-based program that takes you from a blank page to a validated startup, a working MVP, and real users — with weekly execution deliverables across 4 structured weeks.
- Go from a raw idea to a validated, launch-ready startup in 4 weeks
- Ship a real MVP or landing page and land your first users
- Walk away with an investor-ready pitch deck and a 90-day plan
- Learn live, every Sat & Sun — not a pre-recorded video course
Only 2 spots left this batch · No prior experience required
Backed by the NextCEO ecosystem
10,000+
Founders in the NextCEO community
5
eBooks included in the cohort
1,000+
Startup ideas researched
20+
Industries covered
By the end of the cohort
Your 4-week founder outcome
A Validated Startup
Not just an idea — an Ideal Customer Profile, a Lean Canvas, and a problem you've confirmed real people will pay to solve.
A Working MVP & First Users
A real product or landing page, built with AI & no-code tools, with your first 20-50 users or signups to prove it.
An Investor-Ready Pitch + Plan
A polished pitch deck refined across 4 weeks, delivered live on Demo Day, backed by a 90-day execution plan.
Why this cohort is different
Not another generic startup course
Who is this for
Built for you if…
Aspiring Entrepreneurs
You have the drive and maybe an idea — but not a roadmap or accountability.
Working Professionals
Ready to turn a side hustle into something real, without quitting prematurely.
College Students
Want to build and launch something before your first job offer.
Freelancers
Ready to turn client work into a scalable product or business.
Early-Stage Founders
Already started, but need structure, feedback, and momentum.
Career Switchers
Pivoting into entrepreneurship and want a guided first step.
The roadmap
Your 4-week founder journey
Every week ends with real deliverables — not just notes. Pick a week to see exactly what you'll learn and build.
Week 1
Discover · Validate · Define
Find a problem worth solving and prove real people care about it.
Entrepreneurial Mindset
Think like an entrepreneur and identify real opportunities using proven ideation frameworks.
Ideal Customer Profile
Define exactly who you're building for and the difference between an idea and a real problem.
Customer Discovery
Run discovery interviews and validate assumptions using The Mom Test framework.
Competitive Landscape
Analyze competitors and identify the gaps your idea can actually win on.
Lean Canvas
Structure your idea end-to-end on a single, one-page business model.
Founder Roles
Decide if you need a co-founder, and write a clear, one-line problem statement.
You'll walk away with
Tools & frameworks
The frameworks you'll actually use
Not just theory — the same named frameworks real founders use, taught category by category.
Ideation & Validation
Lean Canvas
Structure your business idea on a single page
The Mom Test
Ask questions that get you the truth, not compliments
ICP Mapping
Define exactly who you're building for
Competitor Analysis
Spot the gaps your idea can win on
Product & Build
Lean Startup Principles
Prioritize the features that actually matter
MVP Wireframing
Turn your idea into a testable prototype
AI & No-Code Tools
Build and ship without writing a line of code
Customer Journey Mapping
Design the full experience end-to-end
Growth & Sales
Go-To-Market Planning
Choose the right channels for your first users
Founder-Led Sales
Sell before you have a sales team
Organic Acquisition
Get traction without an ad budget
Traction Metrics
Know exactly what to measure, and when to pivot
Finance & Fundraising
Unit Economics
Know what it really costs to acquire & serve a customer
Pricing & Revenue Models
Set a price that works for you and your customer
Valuation Basics
Understand what investors are actually asking
Pitch Storytelling
Turn your idea into a story people want to fund
Legal & Operations
Business Structures
Choose the right entity — sole prop, LLP, or Pvt Ltd
Registration Roadmap
Know exactly what to file, and when
IP Protection Basics
Protect your name, brand, and idea
90-Day Execution Planning
Turn cohort momentum into a real operating plan
How it works
The live cohort experience
Sat & Sun Live Sessions
Fits around your job or classes — no weekday disruption.
Small Cohort
Limited seats each batch — not a mass, self-paced course.
Mentor-Led, Not Just Content
Learn directly from a founder who's built and scaled ventures.
Weekly Deliverables
You submit real work every week — accountability built in.
Build As You Learn
Every session pairs a lesson with something you actually produce that week.
Demo Day Finale
Pitch your startup live at the end of the cohort.
What you will get
Everything included for ₹4,999
25+ Hours of Live Interactive Learning
Intensive, hands-on sessions across all 4 weeks of the program.
5 eBooks — One for Each Stage
A book to learn about each stage of entrepreneurship, yours to keep.
Certificate of Completion
Next CEO Startup Launchpad
Sample preview
Shareable e-Certificate of Completion
Awarded once you complete the 4-week program.
Regular Price ₹19,999
₹4,999
Launch batch pricing — 75% off
Nishant Kumar
Co-founder, NextCEO
Meet your mentor
Nishant Kumar
Co-founder, NextCEO
10+ years across product, technology, and operations — building and scaling ventures in India's startup ecosystem. On a mission to help 1 million Indians become entrepreneurs, and the mentor guiding every session of this cohort.
- 10+ years across product, tech & operations
- Built & scaled multiple ventures
- Deep expertise in the Indian startup ecosystem
Founders like you
Built by the team behind 1,000+ researched ideas
The Launchpad curriculum is built by NextCEO — the same team behind 1,000+ researched startup ideas and 5 published founder eBooks.
FAQs
Common questions
Who is this cohort for?
Aspiring entrepreneurs, students, working professionals, freelancers, and early-stage founders anywhere in India who want a structured, guided path from idea to first customer. No prior business experience is required.
Do I need a startup idea already?
No. Week 1 is built entirely around discovering and validating an idea from scratch. If you already have one, you'll spend that week stress-testing and sharpening it instead.
Do I need coding or technical skills?
Not at all. We teach you to build your MVP using AI tools and no-code platforms — no programming background needed.
What's the weekly time commitment?
Live sessions run on Saturdays and Sundays, plus a few hours of execution work between sessions to complete each week's deliverables. This is a build-along program, not a watch-along one.
Will sessions be recorded?
Yes — every live session is recorded and shared with you, so you can revisit any week or catch up if you miss a session. We still recommend attending live whenever possible, since that's where most of the value is.
Is there a certificate?
Yes — a shareable e-certificate of completion once you finish the 4-week program.
Do I need a co-founder or team to join?
No. You can join solo. Week 1 also covers founder roles and how to think about whether you need a co-founder at all.
What tools do I need?
Just a laptop and a stable internet connection. You'll be introduced to AI and no-code tools during the program — no programming background needed.
Will I guaranteed funding or paying customers?
No program can guarantee that, and we won't pretend otherwise. What we guarantee is the structure, mentorship, and accountability to give your startup a real shot — the execution is yours.
What's the refund policy?
Full terms are listed on our Refund Policy page. Reach out to us on WhatsApp if you have questions before enrolling.
How is this different from the ₹19 Startup Masterclass?
The Masterclass is a single 3-hour session to help you find an idea and get a roadmap. The Launchpad is a full 4-week guided cohort that takes you all the way to a working MVP, real users, and an investor-ready pitch.
What happens after I enroll?
You'll get a confirmation instantly, and our team will share session joining details ahead of the August 15 start date.
Your first customer
starts on August 15th.
Stop planning. Join the cohort, follow the roadmap, and leave with a validated startup, a working MVP, and the confidence to keep building.
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