§ AI ToolsFundraising Goal

Size your next round — honestly.

Months of runway needed

Projected monthly net burn

₹8,00,000

Buffer / margin of safety20%

0%50%

Recommended fundraise target

₹1,72,80,000

Operational ₹1,44,00,000 + 20% buffer ₹28,80,000

Breakdown

Months × monthly burn

₹1,44,00,000

+ 20% buffer

₹28,80,000

Target round size

₹1,72,80,000

Most institutional VCs expect founders to ask for at least 18 months of runway post-close. Sandbag this number and you'll be back on the road in 9 months.