Pitch Karo India 2026
Registration Deadline Extended to June 28, 2026
India's Biggest Startup Pitching Event
India ka Apna Pitching Platform - Where Dreams Meet Opportunity
Open for All Sectors
20+ Investors
6000+ Participants
Total Prize Pool: ₹3,00,000
About PitchKaroIndia 2026
This is not just a competition, we're a launchpad for India's next generation of iconic entrepreneurs. Where brilliant ideas meet meaningful opportunities, and dreams transform into reality.
Built on Purpose: We exist to unlock India's entrepreneurial potential connecting visionary founders with the resources, mentors, and investors who believe in their dreams.
Radically Inclusive: Student-led projects. First-time founders. Everyone with a game-changing idea deserves a stage. Zero gatekeeping, 100% opportunity.
Real Value, Not Hype: Beyond prizes. Expert mentorship from IIT faculty, direct investor connections, and a network of peers who'll shape India's entrepreneurial future.
Why Participate?
World-Class Evaluation: Judged by IIT professors and industry leaders who've built billion-dollar companies
₹3 Lakh Prize Pool: One of India's most lucrative startup competitions with cash prizes and exclusive perks
Investor Magnet: Direct access to 20+ actively investing VCs who are looking for the next unicorn in India
India's Biggest Startup Network: Network with India's most ambitious founders, creators, and innovators
Mentorship That Matters: 1-on-1 guidance from founders, operators, and investors who've been there
Who Can Apply?
College students with ideas
Founders & entrepreneurs at any stage
Early-stage startups (≤10 years)
Teams with co-founders
Anyone with scalable ideas
Key Requirements
Original & innovative idea
Clear problem-solution fit
Scalable business model
Indian resident/citizen
Present in English/Hindi
What You Need
Registration: ₹249
Business idea description
Optional: Pitch deck (1MB)
Valid contact info
Pure entrepreneurial passion
Complete Timeline
Your complete roadmap from registration to winning ₹3 Lakh. Mark these important dates in your calendar!
Registration Deadline Extended to June 28, 2026: Final day to submit your application and secure your spot
Initial Screening: June 29 – July 12 2026: Expert panel reviews all submissions for innovation and feasibility
Top 500 Announced: July 13, 2026: Shortlisted participants notified via email and phone
Detailed Evaluation: July 14 – 19, 2026: In-depth assessment by IIT professors and industry experts
Top 50 Finalists: July 23, 2026: Final pitching round participants announced
Final Pitching Sessions: August 1 - 2, 2026: Live presentations to investors and judges panel
Winners Announcement: August 2, 2026: Grand finale with prize distribution and media coverage
Top 50 Finalists
Each receive ₹3,000 as Special Recognition Prize
Participation Certificates
All students, innovators, and startups receive official participation certificates from PitchKaroIndia 2026, strengthening academic and professional profiles.
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