Eligibility
Who can enter.
The competition is open, online and merit-based. Read these criteria before you apply — entries that do not meet them are not eligible to progress.
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Age
Participants must be aged 13–18 at the application deadline (30 September 2026).
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Location
Open to participants across India.
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Solo or team
Both solo participants and teams are permitted. Teams may have a maximum of four participants.
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One team leader
Every entry has one primary applicant or team leader, who is the point of contact for all competition communication.
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Stage of idea
Existing startups and brand-new ideas are equally welcome. You do not need revenue, a prototype or previous entrepreneurship experience.
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Parent or guardian consent
Participants under 18 require parent or guardian consent, given as part of the application.
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Own work
Entries must be the participants' own work. You may receive ordinary feedback or mentoring, but you must understand your submission and be able to defend it yourself.
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Multiple ideas
You may enter more than one idea, but each must be submitted as a separate application with a separate entry fee.