Timbuckdo Raises $285K from Existing Investors to Scale India’s Student-First Commerce Ecosystem

Timbuckdo, India’s pioneering social commerce platform for students, has raised USD 285,000 (INR 2.51 crore) in a fresh round of funding from its existing investors. Both Nandkishore ‘Andy’ Kalambi, from Kanu Ventures and 2M Companies, the family office of the late Morton H. Meyerson, increased their investments and reaffirmed their commitment.

The renewed backing from both investors highlights strong investor confidence in Timbuckdo’s vision of building India’s largest student-first ecosystem. The company is expanding its marketplace, strengthening its campus ambassador program, and launches new AI-driven tools that connect Gen Z with part-time jobs, skill-building opportunities and student discounts.

“We are deeply grateful for the faith Kanu Ventures and 2M Companies have placed in us,” said Mythri Kumar and Apoorv Sharma Prasad, Co-founders of Timbuckdo. “A follow-on round from existing investors is the strongest validation of our journey so far. They are increasing their investment and continuing to stand with us demonstrates their belief in our mission to empower students to earn, upskill, and thrive.”

“Timbuckdo has consistently shown that it understands Gen Z and is building a powerful platform to engage them meaningfully,” said Nandkishore “Andy” Kalambi, Kanu Ventures LLC. “Our investment reflects our conviction that the company is not only solving a real need but also positioned for scalable, sustainable growth.”

“Morton Meyerson always believed in backing founders with clarity of vision and long-term focus,” said a spokesperson from 2M Companies . “We are proud to continue supporting Timbuckdo as it builds one of India’s most impactful student ecosystems.”

The new funding will be utilized to accelerate product innovation, including AI-powered student career tools, expand Timbuckdo’s student discount marketplace, and scale its presence across campuses and partner brands nationwide.

About Timbuckdo:

Timbuckdo is India’s first social commerce platform built exclusively for students, enabling them to earn, upskill, and purchase while building one of the country’s largest student communities. From part-time job opportunities to exclusive discounts, AI-driven goal-setting tools, and digitized campus engagement platforms, Timbuckdo is redefining how Gen Z experiences work, learning, and commerce.