E-Summit ’25 | IIIT Bhagalpur (Idea Storm: Pitch the Future)

Format: Startup Pitch Competition (Online + Offline) Team Size: 4 Members (Mandatory) Eligibility: Open to all college students Overview: Present your original startup idea to a jury of experienced VCs, mentors, and entrepreneurs. Exciting prizes worth ₹85,000 up for grabs, along with certificates and exclusive goodies. Top teams may also get long-term support through incubation or funding. Rounds: Round 1 – Online Screening: Submit your pitch deck through Unstop, showcasing your idea, market potential, and business model. Evaluation will focus on originality, feasibility, and potential for real-world impact. Shortlisted teams will proceed to the final round. Round 2 – Offline Grand Pitch: Finalists will pitch their refined ideas live at IIIT Bhagalpur in front of a panel of investors and experts. You’ll receive feedback from professionals, and the best ideas may receive incubation or funding support. This is your moment to shine on a real startup stage! Evaluation Criteria: Creativity & Innovation – 25% Market Potential – 25% Scalability & Practicality – 25% Presentation & Clarity – 25% General Rules for All Events: All participants must register through Unstop before the specified deadline. Late entries will not be considered. Cross-college teams are allowed, unless explicitly restricted in specific event guidelines. Teams must follow all deadlines and adhere to the submission formats communicated after registration. Plagiarism or use of AI-generated content without proper disclosure will lead to immediate disqualification. The decision of the judges is final and binding in all matters related to the competition. Certificates of participation will be awarded to all teams that meet the eligibility and submission criteria.