How to Apply for Nasscom Emerge 50 2026 — Deeptech Awards for Indian Startups
Nasscom Emerge 50 2026 — Deeptech Awards for Indian Startups accepts applications online through the official portal before the Closed (17 May 2026) deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
1. Nominations (13 April – 17 May 2026). Entries are submitted online through the Accubate application form. There is no fee to apply, and the window shuts on 17 May 2026.
2. Evaluation and shortlisting (27 May – 8 June 2026). Entries are assessed against the programme's stated evaluation criteria:
- Strength of the scientific foundation and the technical innovation
- Depth of R&D effort
- Potential impact and scalability of the deeptech solution
- Clarity of the commercialisation strategy and business model
- Expertise and experience of the founding team
3. Jury round (15 – 19 June 2026, virtual). A virtual jury round is held over these dates to finalise the winners.
4. Award ceremony (6 – 7 August 2026). Winners are announced at Nasscom Future Forge, Bangalore. Winners must be present in person to collect their awards.
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