IIT Bombay Eureka Empowers Startups with Mentorship, Funding, Prizes Worth INR 2 Cr

IIT Bombay Eureka

Mumbai: The Entrepreneurship Cell at IIT Bombay, in association with Startup India and DPIIT, has announced the 28th edition of IIT Bombay Eureka, Asia’s largest business model competition.

Over the past 27 years, IIT Bombay Eureka has empowered more than 10,000 startups by providing mentorship, funding opportunities, and industry exposure.

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IIT Bombay Eureka: Empowering Entrepreneurs with Holistic Support

The IIT Bombay Eureka platform is designed for students, professionals, and early-stage founders, offering a structured 5-month journey that accelerates the path from idea to market. With over 25,000+ entries and guidance from 300+ mentors, the competition provides unmatched opportunities for startups to scale.

Participants in IIT Bombay Eureka 2025 will gain access to:

  • Mentorship: Personalized one-on-one guidance from top industry experts
  • Funding & Prizes: Over ₹2 crore worth of prizes, including cash rewards exceeding ₹26 lakh
  • Investor Access: Opportunities to pitch before leading VCs, angels, and accelerators
  • Workshops: Sessions conducted by renowned startup founders and industry leaders
  • Exclusive Benefits: Startup-focused perks and offers from reputed companies

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IIT Bombay Eureka 2025: Timeline and Key Rounds

  • Registration Period: 4th July – 17th August 2025
  • Application Deadline: 20th August 2025
  • Zonals Round (5 Sept – 4 Oct): Dedicated mentorship and business model development
  • Ignite Round (14 Oct – 20 Nov): Advanced workshops, webinars, and customer validation
  • Grand Finale at E-Summit: Final submissions, pitch refinement, and demo day with investors

Since its inception, IIT Bombay Eureka has played a vital role in shaping India’s startup ecosystem by providing a comprehensive platform to budding entrepreneurs. With its 28th edition, it continues to be a gateway for innovators and changemakers to transform ideas into impactful ventures.

For registration and details, visit: ecell.in/eureka | Contact: eureka@ecell.in

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  • Salil Urunkar

    Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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