How to Apply for Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026
Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 accepts applications online through the official portal before the Closed (31 May 2026) deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.
How to apply
- 1Application
- 2National judging
- 3Virtual bootcamp (top 250)
- 4Finalist round (top 100)
- 5Global finals pitch
- 6Decision
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Application – Submit online via the EWC portal, selecting one track (Idea, Early, Growth, or AI sub-track).
National judging – Country-level partners evaluate applications and select qualifiers.
Virtual bootcamp (top 250) – The top 250 startups globally are invited to a virtual bootcamp in July 2026.
Finalist round (top 100) – The top 100 progress from the bootcamp.
Global finals pitch – Finalists pitch at the global finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in September 2026.
Decision – 12 winners are announced at the finals, with prizes distributed as equity-free cash.