A startup and innovation pitch competition where entrepreneurs present ideas to a panel of founders, industry professionals and technology experts. Open theme: any innovative startup, business or technology idea addressing a real problem.
- 1st₹50,000
- 2nd₹30,000
- 3rd₹20,000
Format
| Theme | Open: any innovative startup, business or technology idea addressing a real problem |
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Stages
Submission
Online- One Google Drive folder link, open to anyone with the link, holding the three deliverables below.
- Text summary: a concise 5 to 6 line description outlining the problem statement, proposed solution and key differentiator.
- Video introduction: a brief video introducing the founders and core team, covering team members' backgrounds, the motivation for pursuing the idea, why the problem matters, and the overall vision behind the solution.
- Pitch deck with these sections: problem statement and proposed solution, market opportunity and research, target audience and customer persona, MVP or product prototype (if available), and team overview and key roles.
- Submission Deadline: 15 November, 11:59 PM IST
Live pitch
On campus- Shortlisted teams present their ideas to an expert panel of judges.
- Pitch presentation: 5 minutes.
- Q&A session: 3 minutes.
- Transition and buffer: 2 minutes.
- Total: 10 minutes per team.
Judging criteria
- Problem understanding
- Solution and product clarity
- Innovation and differentiation
- Market opportunity
- Customer understanding
- Business potential
- Validation and evidence
- Execution feasibility
- Team and founder strength
- Pitch and Q&A
What your pitch should cover
- Core problem statement
- Proposed solution
- Target market and customer base
- Market size and opportunity
- Product demonstration or MVP status
- Competitive advantage and key differentiation
- Team background and division of responsibilities
- Long-term vision and strategic roadmap
Special features
- Expert jury: present your idea to founders, entrepreneurs, industry professionals and technology experts.
- Founder story: showcase the motivation, vision and personal connection behind your idea.
- Real-world problem solving: show how your solution addresses a genuine market need.
- Networking: meet fellow innovators, entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
- Recognition and prizes: standout ideas and performances are recognised and awarded.
Stage 1 Submission Guidelines
- 1. Your submission must include the team name, all members’ names and email addresses, and all deliverables specified for Stage 1.
- 2. Ensure all submitted links are accessible for evaluation.
- 3. Submit your Stage 1 Google Drive link before the registration deadline. Submission is mandatory.
- 4. Once submitted, the link and its contents must not be edited or modified. Review everything carefully before submitting.
- 5. Evaluation will be based solely on the content accessible at the time of evaluation. Any changes made to the link or its contents after submission will not be considered, and the organizers will not be responsible for any discrepancies resulting from such changes.
Rules
- Strict adherence to the allotted presentation and Q&A time. Timer signals are used.
- Finalists must present the same core idea submitted in Stage 1, with reasonable scope for development.
- Judges' decisions are final and binding.
Disqualification
- Late submission.
- Google Drive link inaccessible or missing viewing permissions.
- Pitch description or pitch video missing.
- Plagiarised, copied or misleading content.
- False information at registration or submission.
- Any attempt to interfere with the evaluation process.
Contacts
- Fenil Vekariya - 92742 25972
- Manan Ashwin Raythatha - 90085 46318
- Events team - yugaantareventsupport@sst.scaler.com
- Fest council - festcouncil_yugaantar@scaler.com
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