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Event Type
in person
14
Participants
₹150,000
Prize Pool
1
Est. Projects
Overview
PitchX 2026 is India's premier startup pitch competition where great ideas meet great opportunities.
Whether you're building your first MVP, validating a business model, or already running an early-stage startup, PitchX 2026 provides the perfect platform to showcase your innovation.
Unlike a traditional hackathon, PitchX 2026 is an offline startup pitch competition where students, entrepreneurs, startup founders, innovators, and creators present their ideas, MVPs, prototypes, or products before a distinguished panel of founders, investors, mentors, and industry experts.
PitchX is designed to help participants validate their vision, gain expert insights, expand their professional network, and unlock opportunities that can accelerate their startup journey. Whether your idea is at the concept stage or already in the market, this is your chance to make it stand out.
Why Participate?
Pitch your startup before founders, investors, mentors, and industry experts.
Receive valuable mentorship and actionable business feedback.
Network with entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, and startup ecosystem leaders.
Showcase your startup to India's growing innovation ecosystem.
Compete for an exciting prize pool of ₹1,50,000.
Receive a Participation Certificate.
Get access to exclusive goodies, startup recognition, networking opportunities, and partner benefits.
Prize Pool
1st Prize: ₹75,000
2nd Prize: ₹45,000
3rd Prize: ₹30,000
Total Prize Pool: ₹1,50,000
Event Details
Event Date: 22 August 2026
Venue: Jio World Centre, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC), Bandra East, Mumbai, Maharashtra – 400098
Team Size: 2–4 members
Format: Offline Startup Pitch Competition
Registration Deadline: 8 August 2026 (or earlier if all slots are filled)
Eligibility
PitchX welcomes participants from all backgrounds, including:
Students
Startup Founders
Early-Stage Startups
Working Professionals
Entrepreneurs & Innovators
Anyone with a unique startup idea, MVP, prototype, or market-ready product
No coding or funding is required—just bring your vision.
Registration Guidelines
Only one registration per team is required.
Teams must consist of 2–4 members.
Seats are limited and will be allotted on a First Come, First Served (FCFS) basis.
Registrations will close on 8 August 2026 or earlier if all available slots are filled.
Your Startup Journey Starts Here
Every successful startup begins with a single idea.
PitchX 2026 gives you the opportunity to present your idea, receive guidance from experienced founders and mentors, connect with investors, and take your startup to the next level.
Whether you're building the next AI breakthrough, solving real-world challenges, or creating an innovative product, PitchX 2026 is your stage to be seen, heard, and recognized.
Think Big. Pitch Bold. Build the Future.
Judge Accessibility
Organizer email available25/25
Student-run event15/15
Actively looking for judges25/25
Small event (120 participants)10/10
No corporate sponsors10/10
New or emerging organizer10/10
Public registration available5/5
Online format (judge from anywhere)10/10
Top signals
Organizer email available
Student-run event
Actively looking for judges
Organizers
Alex Johnson
alex@example.org
Jamie Rivera
jamie@example.org
Sam Chen
sam@example.org
Estimated Audience
Mostly Students
ExperienceStudent
OccupationStudents
Beginner Friendly
Women in Tech
Technical Focus
AI95%
Web80%
Mobile25%
Industries
Healthcare
Education
Climate
Technologies
Python
React
OpenAI
Why this estimate
• Hosted by a university
• Open to students
• MLH member event
Estimate inferred from event metadata, not actual attendee data.