UGHAM Innovation
Awards 2026.

Recognizing the brightest minds and most disruptive ideas. Compete, pitch, and win funding to accelerate your startup journey.

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RECOGNITION
FUNDING
EXPOSURE
NETWORKING

CATEGORIES

Idea Pitch

Idea Stage

₹249/member
Present your innovative concept
No prototype needed
Expert judge feedback
Certificate of participation
Team size: 2-5 members
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Prototype Pitch

Prototype / Working Model

₹299/member
Demo your built solution live
Working prototype required
Investor exposure
Incubation opportunity
Team size: 2-5 members
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RULES

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Team participation (2 to 5 members)
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One idea / project per team
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Original ideas only — no copies
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PPT submission is mandatory
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Demo mandatory for prototype pitch
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Pitch time: 3 to 5 minutes + Q&A
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Judges' decision is final

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₹1,00,000

Total Prize Pool

PARTICIPANT BENEFITS

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₹1,00,000 Prize Pool
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Participation Certificate
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Internship Opportunities
🧠
Expert Mentorship
📄
Patent Filing Support
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Trophy of Excellence
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Investor Pitching
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Incubation Support
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₹1,00,000 Prize Pool
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Participation Certificate
💼
Internship Opportunities
🧠
Expert Mentorship
📄
Patent Filing Support
🏅
Trophy of Excellence
💰
Investor Pitching
🏡
Incubation Support

EVENT STRUCTURE

Online Rounds

Conducted on alternate weekends online

College Auditions

Offline audition rounds in colleges across India

Limited Slots

Only first 25 teams pitch in each category

Program Duration

Runs through second week of September

Grand Final

19th September 2026 — The Ultimate Showdown

Pan India

Cross-college and Pan-India teams welcome

WHY ATTEND

01
Pitch to Investors
Present your startup ideas directly to active investors and secure funding opportunities for your venture.
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02
Showcase Your Work
Display your innovations, ideas and products to a national audience of industry leaders and peers.
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03
Build Connections
Network with founders, mentors, investors and industry leaders who can accelerate your journey.
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Learn from Experts
Gain actionable insights from seasoned entrepreneurs, innovators and domain specialists.
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Global Opportunities
Explore international startup pathways, global accelerator programs and cross-border partnerships.
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Win Big
Compete for cash prizes, trophies, certificates, mentorship slots and incubation opportunities.
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FINAL EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Final Pitching Competition
Investor Panel
Student Founder Panel
Women Entrepreneur Panel
Startup Opportunities
Networking Hall
Mentorship Sessions
Startup Expo
Prize Distribution
Ugham Community Launch

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

Startups &
Entrepreneurs

Students &
Innovators

Investors

Corporates

Incubators

Government
& Policy

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Idea & Prototype Pitch Entry Form

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Idea Pitch

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Category 02

Prototype Pitch

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