
Direct Access to Renowned
VCs and Angel Investors
For possible funding opportunities
Access to "Skill Garage"
Curated workshops by
industry leading tools

Sponsored Trip to Mumbai
For the Grand Finale
India’s First Entrepreneurship Competition
Where EVERYONE Wins
INR 10 Lakhs+ of prize pool

Worthy credits
From premium brands

Direct Access to Renowned
VCs and Angel Investors
For possible funding opportunities
Access to "Skill Garage"
Curated workshops by
industry leading tools
Sponsored Trip to Mumbai
For the Grand Finale

India’s First Entrepreneurship Competition
Where EVERYONE Wins
INR 10 Lakhs+ of prize pool

Worthy credits
From premium brands
INNOVATE. PITCH. SUCCEED
Young Founders Floor is a 5-month entrepreneurship competition that empowers undergraduate and postgraduate students to innovate, network with top founders and VCs, and access hands-on workshops, all while receiving substantial benefits at every stage—culminating in cash prizes, exclusive mentorship, and potential fundraising opportunities.

Mentoring
Guidance from industry experts and startup veterans to refine your venture.

Networking
Forge connections with visionary founders, leading VCs, and experienced mentors.

Prizes
Compete for a
₹10 lakh+ prize pool, with cash rewards for Top 32 and Top 10 teams.

Workshops
Unlock your potential with premium, hands-on workshops designed to supercharge your skills.

Fundraising
Gain exclusive access to India's leading VCs and angel investors, unlocking potential funding opportunities for your venture.

Mentoring
Guidance from industry experts and startup veterans to refine your venture.

Networking
Forge connections with visionary founders, leading VCs, and experienced mentors.

Prizes
Compete for a ₹10 lakh+ prize pool, with cash rewards for Top 32 and Top 10 teams.

Workshops
Unlock your potential with premium, hands-on workshops designed to supercharge your skills.

Fundraising
Gain exclusive access to India's leading VCs and angel investors, unlocking potential funding opportunities for your venture.
Who can participate?
Open to current students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programs in India in all academic; international students must be physically present in India during the competition.
Undergraduate
students
Postgraduate
students
Who can participate?
Open to current students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programs in India in all academic; international students must be physically present in India during the competition.
Undergraduate
students
Postgraduate
students
ROUND 1
Application & Skill Garage 1.0
📅 August 15 – November 1, 2025
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Register your team (1–4 members) and submit your startup idea
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Fill out a questionnaire to showcase your concept and vision
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Foundational workshops on product, design, AI, and more
ROUND 2
Top 32 Teams & Skill Garage 2.0
📅 26 – 29 November, 2025
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Top 32 pitch live to a jury of startup leaders & investors
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Get ₹10,000 cash reward per team
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Access to top-tier industry mentorship
ROUND 3
Grand Finale Pitch (Top 8 Selection)
📅 26 – 29 November, 2025
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Top 8 teams selected for the Grand Finale
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Pitch your venture on-stage in front of investors, VCs & media in Mumbai (offline)
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Compete for a ₹10 lakh+ prize pool
ROUND 1
Appication & Skill Garage 1.0
📅 August 15 – November 1, 2025
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Register your team (1–4 members) and submit your startup idea
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Fill out a questionnaire to showcase your concept and vision
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Foundational workshops on product, design, AI, and more
ROUND 2
Top 32 Teams & Skill Garage 2.0
📅 26 – 29 November, 2025
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Top 32 pitch live to a jury of startup leaders & investors
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Get ₹10,000 cash reward per team
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Access to top-tier industry mentorship
ROUND 3
Grand Finale Pitch (Top 8 Teams)
📅 26 – 29 November, 2025
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Top 8 teams selected for the Grand Finale
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Pitch your venture on-stage in front of investors, VCs & media in Mumbai (offline)
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Compete for a ₹10 lakh+ prize pool
INVESTMENT IN YOUR FUTURE :
₹5,000 Application Fee (per team)
What This Unlocks:
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₹50,000+ worth of training and resources for ALL participants
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₹1,00,000+ value package for Top 32 teams
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₹10,00,000+ opportunity exposure for Top 10 finalists