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Lean Startup Guide: MVP Launch on a Budget

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Launch Your MVP for Under ₹20,000
The Lean Startup Way

How to validate your business idea quickly without burning cash or writing code

The MVP Mindset Shift

Forget "perfect". Your Minimum Viable Product needs just enough features to test your core value proposition with real users.

80%

Less development time

90%

Cheaper than full product

Faster validation

40%

Pivot rate success

5 Budget MVP Strategies (Under ₹20K)

1. The Concierge MVP

Cost: ₹0-5,000

Manually deliver your service behind-the-scenes while customers interact with what appears to be a real product.

Example: Food delivery app tested via WhatsApp orders you manually coordinate.

2. The Wizard of Oz

Cost: ₹5,000-15,000

Create a front-end that looks automated but is powered manually.

Example: AI resume builder that's actually you editing documents.

3. Digital Prototype

Cost: ₹10,000-20,000

Use no-code tools like MiniwebOnline to create clickable mockups.

Example: Marketplace with listed products but manual order processing.

4. Landing Page Test

Cost: ₹2,000-10,000

Drive traffic to a page describing your solution with a "Join Waitlist" CTA.

Example: SaaS product validated through signup interest.

5. Piecemeal MVP

Cost: ₹5,000-15,000

Combine existing tools (Google Forms, Zapier, WhatsApp) to simulate your product.

Example: Appointment system using Calendly + WhatsApp notifications.

Essential Budget MVP Tools

MiniwebOnline

Website & basic e-commerce

From ₹499/month

WhatsM

Customer communication

From ₹999/month

Canva

Design mockups & graphics

Free plan available

Google Forms

Surveys & data collection

Free

Zapier

Automate workflows

Free plan available

"We validated our tutoring marketplace idea in 2 weeks with just a MiniwebOnline site and WhatsApp coordination. Saved ₹5 lakhs in unnecessary development."

- Rohan K., EduMatch Founder

₹15K

MVP cost

₹8L

seed funding raised

MVP Validation Checklist

  • 10+ paying customers (even at discount)
  • 3+ key features requested repeatedly
  • 40%+ would be "very disappointed" without it
  • Customer acquisition cost < LTV/3
  • Can deliver core promise manually

Your 2-Week MVP Launch Plan

1-3

Define Core Hypothesis

"We believe [target market] needs [solution] to solve [problem]." Identify 1-2 must-test assumptions.

4-7

Build Minimal Version

Create just enough to test your hypothesis using no-code tools or manual processes.

8-12

Test with Real Users

Get 10-20 target customers to try your MVP. Offer incentives if needed. Measure behavior, not opinions.

13-14

Decide: Pivot or Proceed

Based on data, either iterate, change direction, or commit to building the full product.

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MVP Launch FAQs

How do I know if my MVP is "good enough"?

Your MVP is ready when it can test your riskiest assumption. If you're embarrassed by how simple it is, you're probably on the right track.

What if customers want features I haven't built?

This is valuable learning! Note requests but don't build immediately. If multiple users ask for the same thing, prioritize it.

Should I charge for my MVP?

Yes! Even a small payment validates real demand. Offer discounts if needed, but avoid giving it away completely.

Don't waste time and money building something nobody wants

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