AWS and Campus Fund Announce Fifth Edition of Grand Challenge: To Recognize India’s Best Student-Led Startup
Joining the Jury this time are some young trailblazers and stalwarts of the industry.
Key Highlights:
- Applications open until September 15th, 2024
- Top 15 startups to present in-person at the Finale in Mumbai
- Winners eligible for investment up to Rs. 4 Crores from Campus Fund
With over 1,200 Universities and Institutes of National Importance, India’s educational landscape is burgeoning with talent and is also providing a fertile ground for students to start. These ventures now account for over 20% of new startups in the country, driving innovation, job creation, and economic growth. This is also a reflection of the evolution of the Education System in India.
Format of Grand Challenge:
- Application Submission
- Multiple elimination rounds
- One-on-one mentorship with industry experts
- Top 15 finalists compete at the Grand Finale in Mumbai
- Lunch with Sanjeev Bikhchandani (Founder, InfoEdge) for top three Winners
- Fireside chat with Deep Kalra (Founder, MakeMyTrip)
- Up to $25,000 in AWS Activate credits (subject to eligibility)
- Incubation opportunities at NSRCEL-IIM Bangalore, Deshpande Startups, Pieds- BITS Pilani for top 100 startups
- Access to 0xCamp and a masterclass on Web 3.0 by Foundership
- Entry into Wadhwani Foundation’s 14-week Ignite Program
- WinPE Mentorship Program access for one female student entrepreneur
- Clean Mobility Startups will also be a part of Micelio Mobility startup awards
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your startup on a National Stage being graced by National Builders and Industry Stalwarts and potentially secure significant investment to boost your Startup-Journey. Apply now at – https://bit.ly/grandchallenge2024.
