Saarthi '26- Startup Pitching Competition

Saarthi '26 is an online startup pitching competition organized as part of the National Entrepreneurship Challenge (NEC) by E Cell, IIT Bombay, hosted by Motilal Nehru College (MNC), University of Delhi (DU). It provides a platform for aspiring entrepreneurs, student founders, and early-stage startups to present their ideas to experienced entrepreneurs and mentors.

Each team gets 2 minutes for a pitch followed by a 3-minute Q&A session, evaluating problem understanding, solution, market opportunity, business model, scalability, and future potential. Top teams may be considered for further evaluation towards the Eureka! Zonal Pitching Round, offering a stepping stone to a larger platform and exposure within the startup ecosystem. Participants can expect expert feedback, recognition, and an opportunity to progress through the Eureka! ecosystem.