StartupsIndia IdeaX PitchFest, organized by IEC, is a premier platform for student innovators. Over 250+ student teams have participated, gaining mentorship, exposure, and opportunities to bring their ideas to life.
This 2-day live & on-campus event is designed to help students validate their startup ideas, sharpen pitching skills, and access incubation and seed funding opportunities. Learn directly from experienced startup founders, industry experts, and investors while networking with like-minded peers.
The program emphasizes idea validation, pitch preparation, mentorship, investor interaction, and startup readiness — ensuring that participants leave with actionable insights, a refined business concept, and the confidence to take their first entrepreneurial steps.
By the end of the PitchFest, you’ll have a polished pitch, meaningful mentorship connections, and a clear roadmap to move your idea forward.
IdeaX PitchFest empowers student innovators to turn ideas into real startups. Over 2 immersive days, participants gain mentorship from top founders, industry experts, and investors while connecting with 250+ student teams.
The program hones idea validation, pitching skills, and investor readiness, giving students the confidence, guidance, and network to kickstart their entrepreneurial journey — with media visibility and pathways to incubation and funding.
Live & On-Campus Immersive Experience
Learn From India’s Leading Startup Founders & Industry Experts
Interactive Sessions, Mentorship & Real-Time Feedback
Hands-On Guidance & Practical Assignments
Pitch Refinement, Idea Validation & Investor Readiness
Expert-Led Workshops on Startup Strategy, Networking & Growth
Become Part of a Thriving Student Entrepreneur Community
Connect With 250+ Aspiring Student Founders
Gain Exclusive Access to Mentorship, Media Exposure & Incubation Opportunities
Receive expert feedback to ensure your idea is feasible, scalable, and investor-ready.
Craft a compelling 5–7 minute pitch and a concise idea summary that stands out to mentors and investors.
Get hands-on mentorship from top startup founders, industry experts, and investors to refine your strategy.
Feature on StartupsIndia’s platform and social channels to gain recognition and credibility.
Access incubation programs, seed funding opportunities (up to ₹5 Lakhs), and investor connections.
Join a vibrant community of 250+ student founders for ongoing support, collaboration, and learning.
• Online Registration & Idea Submission
• Shortlisting of Top Teams
• 5–7 Minute Startup Pitch
• 3–5 Minute Q&A with Jury & Mentors
• Expert Feedback & Guidance
• Winners & Finalists join incubation & mentorship programs
• Media features & investor connections
• Continued guidance to advance your startup journey
• Fill the Online Registration Form
• Submit your Pitch Deck / Idea Summary
• Wait for shortlist confirmation<br> via email
After receiving submissions, the PitchFest team will review each entry and shortlist teams based on idea potential, innovation, and fit for the program
Shortlisted teams will receive confirmation and instructions to secure their spot for the event on 14th–15th October 2025 at Methodist College
Participation is free for students and includes access to mentorship, workshops, pitch sessions, and post-event incubation & funding opportunities
Any college student or team with a startup idea — at concept, prototype, or early stage. Teams of 1–4 members are allowed.
Fill the online registration form, submit your pitch deck or idea summary, and wait for shortlist confirmation via email.
No, participation is free for students, including access to mentorship, workshops, pitch sessions, and post-event incubation & funding opportunities.
All applications must be submitted before [Deadline Date]. Late submissions will not be considered.
Shortlisted teams will receive an email confirmation after the application review.
No, each team can submit only one idea.
Winners and finalists gain access to incubation programs, mentorship, media features, and investor connections.
IdeaX PitchFest welcomes ideas at concept, prototype, or early stage — mentorship will help you validate and refine your idea.
The event will be held on 14th–15th October 2025 at Methodist College.
Participants receive mentorship, pitch guidance, media exposure, networking opportunities, and pathways to incubation and funding.
Each team gets 5–7 minutes to pitch, followed by 3–5 minutes for Q&A with the jury.
The panel includes startup founders, industry experts, academicians, and investors, providing hands-on guidance and feedback.
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