March 2027 Cohort

Don't just learn business. Build one.

Start your entrepreneurial journey at MIDAS.

A one-year, hands-on entrepreneurship program for aspiring founders and next-generation family-business leaders.

01 Year

02 Paths

The real starting point

You know where you want to go.

But how do you get there?

How do I actually start?

MIDAS helps you find the clarity to move forward.

Your entrepreneurial path

Choose where you want to build.

MIDAS is for people who don’t want business to remain theoretical.

For aspiring founders

Build from zero

Have an idea you can’t stop thinking about? Turn it into something real — from finding the problem worth solving to building, testing and taking your first venture to market.

For family-business leaders

Build what's next

Growing up around a business gives you a head start. MIDAS helps you turn that experience into fresh ideas, stronger systems and new opportunities for the next chapter.

The MIDAS Experience

Learn Business by doing business

Understand

Customers, markets and opportunities.

1:1 Mentorship

Build

Turn thinking into something tangible.

Live Business Challenges

TEST

Put it in front of real people.

Customer Feedback · Real Market Testing

Grow

Use what works. Improve what doesn’t.

Startup Incubation

Beyond the classroom

Life at MIDAS

The work, friendships and real-world moments that shape an entrepreneur.

Coaches & Mentors

Guided by people who've done the work.

One-to-one guidance from coaches, entrepreneurs and industry experts — not lectures to a large batch.

Ms. Pooja Shah

Founder | Personal Mastery Coach | Creator of Transcend

Ms. Pooja Shah has been an exemplary leader, as the family-owned enterprise has given her experience of working across industries and...

Mr. Pankaj Gopalani

Public Speaking

Pankaj Gopalani is a Public Speaking and Communication Coach with over 10+ years of experience, having trained 10,000+ individuals through 250+ workshops and masterclasses...

Mr. Nellooli Rajasekharan

Power & Politics, Negotiation Skills, Conflict Management

Rajasekharan is based in Bangalore, India, and is the founder of Guru Management Consulting, a founding member firm...

Mr. Rohaan Goswami

Design Thinking and Tech for Entrepreneurs

Rohaan is an Entrepreneur and TEDx speaker who launched his first startup at 19, he is a serial founder with a global footprint spanning clients in over 20 countries. A recognized...

Success Stories

Ventures built by students who were exactly where you are.

As a first-generation entrepreneur, MIDAS provided me with the ecosystem and support I needed to build Enerchi Mints. From ideation to MVP, the coaches were there with me at every step of the journey."

Vansh PardeshiEnerchi Mints

"MIDAS pushed me to turn my vision into reality. Building The Grind Club wasn’t just about starting a business—it was about developing the mindset, discipline, and execution skills needed to sustain it. The constant mentorship and hands-on learning helped me move from idea to action with confidence."

Vaibhav RathiThe Grind Club

My time at MIDAS has been the most memorable period of my life. Being a part of Rajdhani Motors has always been a matter of pride for me. When it was time for me to step in, I knew I wanted to take it to greater heights. My coaches at MIDAS helped me do all of that and more. They were always available to guide me in the right direction and give me the encouragement I needed."

Vidhi OswalRajdhani Motors

After my BBA, I felt stuck in a theory-heavy system that didn’t support real entrepreneurship. MIDAS changed that by giving me hands-on experience through real business work and decision-making. It also helped me build the right mindset and clarity, with strong mentor support, especially from Pooja Ma’am. The driven ecosystem pushed me to grow daily. More than a college, MIDAS is where I truly began becoming an entrepreneur.

Moinuddin SuryaVimo Cafe

The MIDAS Way

What if learning business meant actually doing business?

At MIDAS, the classroom is only the starting point. You work with real problems, real customers and real teams — turning ideas into something people can actually use, buy or believe in.

01 - Learn

Start from the problem, not the solution

Understand customers, markets and opportunities before jumping to solutions.

02 - Build

Make the idea tangible

Turn an idea into something tangible — from first concept
to prototype.

03 - Test

Let real people react to it

Put your idea in front of real people, listen and iterate.

04 - Grow

Strengthen what works

Refine your thinking, strengthen your venture and prepare for what comes next.

Where ideas meet the market

The MIDAS Bazaar

Build it.
Price it.
Sell it.

Learn from the customer.

Students build, sell and validate ideas in front of real customers. Because at MIDAS, the market is the final teacher.

Businesses That Grew With MIDAS

Real Businesses. Real Possibilities.

Next-gen leaders from diverse family businesses bring real-world experience and challenges to MIDAS.

March 2027 cohort

Ready to build what's next?

Take the first step towards building a venture — or transforming the one you’ll inherit.

Questions

Everything you'd ask before applying.

Still unsure? Download the brochure and the admissions team will follow up with fees and dates.

Does MIDAS provide scholarships to students?

Currently, MIDAS does not offer scholarships. However, we provide flexible payment plans to make the program accessible. Contact our admissions team for more details on payment options.

What is the application process of MIDAS Pune?

The application process involves filling out the online form and paid for the psychometric test and followed by a personal interview with mentors and Founder. Shortlisted candidates will receive an offer letter within 24 hours.

What qualifications are required for admission?

Candidates should have completed their 12th or graduation from a recognized board or university. We welcome students from all educational backgrounds—Commerce, Science, Arts, and Engineering. Prior business experience is beneficial but not mandatory.

Is there post-program support available?

Absolutely! We provide continued incubation support, mentorship, and alumni network access even after program completion. Our goal is to ensure your long-term success as an entrepreneur.