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School2Startup National Innovation Challenge

Turn your idea into a venture worth pitching nationally.

The School2Startup National Innovation Challenge is India's execution-first innovation competition designed for school, college and university students to transform ideas into impactful solutions through startup thinking, validation and pitching.

Registration happens on an external partner platform. Any details you enter there are collected by that platform under its own privacy policy — see our privacy notice.

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Eligibility

  • School students
  • College and university students
  • Individual or team participation
  • Open across all states of India

Competition Structure

  • MCQ Screening Round
  • Pitch Deck Submission
  • National Live Pitch Finale

Benefits

  • National Recognition
  • Certificates
  • Mentorship
  • Networking
  • Jury Feedback

Prizes & Rewards

  • ₹10,000 Prize Pool
  • Goodie Kits for Top 15 Finalists

Partners & Collaborators

  • School2Startup

Frequently asked questions

Who can participate?

School, college and university students from anywhere in India can register and compete.

Is there an entry fee?

Registration details and any fees are shown on the official Unstop listing.

What happens after the MCQ round?

Shortlisted participants submit a pitch deck, and selected teams pitch live in the national finale.