February 2027 Cohort

Don't just learn business. Build one.

Start your entrepreneurial journey at MIDAS.

MIDAS is a one-year, hands-on entrepreneurship program for aspiring founders and the next generation of family-business leaders. Learn by building, testing and launching ideas in the real world.

01 Year

02 Paths

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.

Your entrepreneurial path

Start something of your own. Or take something forward.

Entrepreneurship doesn’t look the same for everyone. At MIDAS, your journey can begin with a new idea or with a business that already has a story — and a future waiting to be built.

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.

One Year. Real Work.

From "I have an idea" to "I built something"

A year at MIDAS isn’t divided into semesters and exams. It’s a progression from understanding yourself and the opportunity, to testing ideas, working with real people and building something that can stand on its own.

Understand

Know yourself. Know the opportunity.

Explore

Turn curiosity into an idea.

Build

Make the idea real.

Test

Let the market answer.

Launch & Grow

Build something that can keep going.

And you don't do it alone.

Coaches. Entrepreneurs. Industry experts. Your cohort.

Coaches & Mentors

People who've built businesses. Now helping you build yours.

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 across India. Pankaj is a TEDx...

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 of Meridian Partners International. His 30 years' experience and a combination...

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 innovator, Rohaan has led social...

Life at MIDAS

An year that looks nothing like a classroom

Small cohorts, long build days, real customers and a campus in Pune where the work happens out loud.

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

Outcomes

What you walk out with at the end of the year.

A venture you have actually built

You leave with something real — a venture taken from idea to prototype to customers, not a submitted project report.

The way founders think

Decision-making, negotiation, design thinking, communication and personal mastery, coached one-to-one.

Continued incubation support

Mentorship & Incubation support continue after the programme ends, so momentum doesn’t stop at graduation.

A network that keeps working

Coaches, entrepreneurs, industry experts and the MIDAS alumni network stay accessible to you.

Admissions · March 2027 cohort

Four steps between you and the cohort.

Applications for the March 2027 intake are open. The cohort is kept small enough for one-to-one coaching, so applying early matters.

Step 1

Fill the application form

Share your background, your path (new venture or family business) and whether you can relocate to Pune.

Step 2

Take the psychometric test

Pay for and complete the psychometric assessment as part of your application.

Step 3

Personal interview

A conversation with MIDAS mentors and the Founder about how you think and what you want to build.

Step 4

Offer letter within 24 hours

Shortlisted candidates receive their offer letter within 24 hours of the interview.

Eligibility

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.

March 2027 cohort · Pune

Stop planning the idea. Start building it.

Applications for the March 2027 intake are open. Apply now, or take the brochure to your family first — both take under two minutes.