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Y Combinator
Y Combinator
Equity Applications open
Winter 2027 batch, running January to March in San Francisco. The deadline to apply on time is 2 November at 8pm PT. Interviews by video in November and December, decisions usually the same day.
The most prominent startup accelerator in the world. Runs quarterly batches offering funding, mentorship, and access to a vast alumni network across virtually every industry.
Programme terms
- Amount
- $500,000 per company
- Funding type
- Equity
- Stages
- Idea, MVP, Early Traction
- Industries
- AI & Machine Learning, SaaS & Software, Fintech, Web3 / Blockchain, HealthTech, B2B / Enterprise, E-commerce & Consumer
- Regions
- Global
- Applications
- November 2, 2026
- Who can apply
- Solo founders are accepted. The founding team must have the skills to build the product themselves rather than outsourcing it. Incorporation before applying is not required. Companies that have already raised over $1M are accepted. No country restriction - YC helps with visas and incorporation. About 40% of each batch is just an idea, most have no revenue. The batch runs in person in San Francisco; after the three months the team can go anywhere.
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Data checked: October 7, 2026. Organisers change their terms. Check their site before you apply.
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