Frequently Asked Questions.

SVN supports all types of ventures — startups, small businesses, social enterprises, manufacturing companies, service businesses, research ventures, and local businesses. We are not limited to tech; sectors range from agritech and fintech to hospitality, tourism, and professional services.

No. SVN is a discovery and connection platform. Investors can discover ventures and express interest (e.g., investment interest, introduction request). Actual investment discussions and transactions happen outside the platform in V1.

Every venture submission goes through admin review. We check for completeness, relevance, and credibility before publishing. Submissions may be approved, rejected, or returned for revision. This ensures only quality listings appear on the platform.

In V1, listing is free. Founders can list their venture at no cost. We may introduce premium features in future versions, but core discovery and listing remain free.

Registered investors and ecosystem participants can browse ventures and submit connection requests. You need to sign up as an investor to access the venture directory and send interest requests.

Investors can choose from: General Interest, Request Introduction, Partnership Interest, Mentorship Offer, Investment Interest, or Strategic Collaboration. This helps founders understand the nature of each connection request.

We aim to review submissions within a few business days. You will receive a notification when your venture is approved, rejected, or if revisions are requested.

Yes. Founders can edit their venture profile from the founder dashboard. Significant changes may require re-review before going live.

SVN focuses on ventures operating in or connected to Nepal's ecosystem. Location options include Kathmandu, Pokhara, and other Nepalese cities. We prioritize ventures with a clear Nepal connection.