Eureka x Devengers

DEVENGERS × E-Cell IIT Bombay — EUREKA! 2026 Pitching Competition EUREKA! 2026 is a startup pitching opportunity organized by DEVENGERS in collaboration with E-Cell, IIT Bombay, designed to give student innovators, aspiring entrepreneurs, and early-stage startups a platform to showcase their ideas, receive expert feedback, and gain exposure to the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Eligibility: Open to students, aspiring entrepreneurs, idea-stage teams, and existing startups. Participants can register as an individual or a team of 2–7 members. Ideas may be at the concept, prototype, or existing-startup stage. Participants can pitch innovative solutions, products, services, technologies, or business models across domains. Competition Process: Registration & Submission — 19 to 22 August 2026 Participants must submit their startup/idea details only through the provided registration form. Every team member must individually fill and submit the form. The submission deadline is 22 August 2026 at 11:59 PM. Participants must also register on the official Eureka! platform of E-Cell, IIT Bombay to remain eligible for further evaluation. While registering on the official Eureka! platform, use NEC ID: NEC2690196 as the referral ID. Screening & Shortlisting Submitted ideas will be evaluated based on innovation, problem-solution fit, feasibility, scalability, impact, and overall potential. The Top 5 teams/participants will be shortlisted for the online pitching round. Top 5 Online Pitching — 24 August 2026 Shortlisted participants will pitch their ideas through an online Google Meet session before the jury. Participants should be prepared to clearly explain their problem, solution, target users/market, business model, competitive advantage, impact, and future plans. The exact pitching instructions and meeting details will be communicated to shortlisted participants. Format: Mode: Fully Online Registration & Submission: Online form Pitching Round: Online Google Meet Team Size: 1–7 members Submission Window: 19 August to 22 August 2026 Final Submission Deadline: 22 August 2026, 11:59 PM Top 10 Pitching: 24 August 2026 Judging Criteria: Ideas may be evaluated on: Innovation & Uniqueness Problem Identification & Relevance Strength of the Proposed Solution Market Potential & Scalability Feasibility & Execution Plan Business Model & Sustainability Social/Real-World Impact Pitch Quality & Clarity Recognition & Opportunity: Participation certificates will be provided to all eligible participants from DEVENGERS. Outstanding performers will receive recognition and valuable feedback from the jury. The winner(s)/top-performing participant(s) will get the opportunity to progress toward the Eureka! 2026 Zonal Round by E-Cell, IIT Bombay, subject to the applicable Eureka! evaluation and eligibility process. Important Rules: Submission must be made only through the designated registration form. Every member of a team must fill the form individually. Incomplete or late submissions may not be considered. Participants must provide accurate and authentic information. Participants are responsible for registering on the official Eureka! platform and entering NEC2690196 as the referral ID. Shortlisted participants must attend the online pitching round on 24 August 2026. The jury's decision regarding shortlisting and competition results will be final. Participants should ensure that their pitch and submitted idea comply with applicable laws and do not infringe upon third-party intellectual property. Submission Deadline: 19 August 2026 → 22 August 2026, 11:59 PM This is your opportunity to Think. Pitch. Build. Impact. Present your idea, learn from experienced evaluators, and take your first step toward the Eureka! 2026 Zonal Round.