FAQ
What is Jabchor 2.0?
Jabchor 2.0 is a pitching program designed to help Bhutanese entrepreneurs access equity financing (including FDI), build strategic partnerships, and receive support for incorporation, exports, and IPOs. It is led by the Department of Employment and Entrepreneurship (DoEE) and implemented by Innovest Private Limited.
Who can apply for Jabchor 2.0?
Only Bhutanese citizens can apply. The business must fall within eligible sectors such as:
Agriculture and agro-produce
Manufacturing
Green technologies
Services (including IT/ITES)
What are the eligible business stages?
- Idea Stage: Proof of concept with first paying customers; business license is not required.
- Startup Stage: For-profit venture with a product/service commercially available and operating for at least 1 year.
- Growth Stage: For-profit venture operating for more than 3 years, with an audited financial report and Tax Clearance Certificate.
What is the application deadline and how can I apply?
- Applications are submitted through online
- Application Period: September 1–25, 2026.
- Applicants must complete the online registration form and upload the required documents.
- A 750-word business summary and 90-second promotional video are required.
What documents are required?
- CID of promoters/applicant.
- CIB Report, as applicable.
- Business License, as applicable.
- Tax Clearance Certificate, as applicable.
- Security Clearance.
- CV of promoters/applicant.
- Professional Recommendation.
- Executive Summary and other relevant certificates.
- 90-second promotional video.
What are the program benefits?
- Training & Mentorship from technical experts, advisors and experienced entrepreneurs.
- Access to Investment from angel, venture capital, local and foreign investors.
- National & International Exposure for eligible ventures.
- Pitching Opportunities to potential investors.
- Post-Investment Support for business growth and compliance.
What are the costs involved?
- Application Registration: No registration fee required.
- Undertaking Fee: Nu. 3,000 for selected finalists.
- Success Fee: 2%–10% upon successfully securing investment.
- Post-investment workspace, if required, is paid by the applicant
What is the program timeline?
- Phase 1: Submission & Webinars — September 1–25, 2026.
- Phase 2: Expert Panel Review & Finalist Selection.
- Phase 3: Entrepreneur Grooming & Investor Trainings — October 5–December 20, 2026.
- Phase 4: Pitching Day — December 26, 2026.
- Investor negotiations may continue after the pitching event.
What kind of support is provided after investment?
- Business incorporation assistance.
- Fund utilization monitoring.
- Compliance support under applicable laws and policies.
- HR, talent and administrative support based on business needs.
- Financial reporting and auditing support.
- 3–6 months of post-investment handholding.