Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams
IIM Bangalore's ENI Club competition for student teams (1–3 members) to pitch a business plan online; prizes worth ₹10,000.
- Funding amount
- ₹10,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (26 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Pitchazzo is an annual business plan competition organized by IIM Bangalore's Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ENI) Club, held in association with the institute's International Business & Entrepreneurship Summit, Venix 2026. It invites student teams to develop and pitch a business plan through three elimination rounds, ending with a live online pitch before a panel of judges.
The competition is open to all students from any college or university. Teams can be of 1 to 3 members. Importantly, no student can be part of more than one team. There is no participation fee.
All rounds are conducted online. The first round is a quiz on startups and business, which the team leader must complete within 20 minutes. The second round involves submitting a business deck, and the final round is a live pitch where teams also invest virtual money in each other's plans. The winner and runner-up together receive prizes worth ₹10,000.
Highlights
- Organised by IIM Bangalore's ENI Club, associated with Venix 2026.
- Open to all students – teams of 1 to 3 members.
- Fully online competition with three rounds.
- Round 1: 20-question quiz on startups and business.
- Round 2: submit a 3–5 slide business deck (under 7 minutes).
- Prizes worth ₹10,000 for winner and runner-up.
Who can apply
Open to all students from any college or university. Teams may have 1 to 3 members. A student cannot be part of more than one team. There is no participation fee.
Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams closed on 26 Jul 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
The winner and runner-up receive prizes worth ₹10,000 in total. Additionally, all participants gain practical experience in business planning and pitching, with shortlisted teams receiving feedback from judges. The final round provides an opportunity to present live to a distinguished panel and interact with other teams.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Round 1 – Quiz (Elimination): The team leader takes a 20-question quiz on startups and business on the Unstop platform, to be completed in 20 minutes.
Round 2 – Business Plan Submission (Elimination): Shortlisted teams prepare a 3–5 slide business deck (excluding title and appendix slides) addressing one of the provided case prompts. Submissions are judged on clarity, feasibility, creativity, and strategic depth. The final presentation must be under 7 minutes.
Round 3 – Live Pitching (Final): Selected teams present their refined plan live to a panel of judges and other teams. Each team receives virtual money (points) to 'invest' in others' plans. The winner is decided by combining judges' scores and the investment amounts received.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding or prize money is offered?
The winner and runner-up together receive prizes worth ₹10,000 in total.
What is the application deadline?
You must register on the Unstop platform by July 26, 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
The competition is open to all students from any college or university. Teams can have 1 to 3 members. No one can be part of more than one team.
Is there a participation fee?
No, there is no participation fee.
Does the competition take equity?
No, this is a competition, not an investment program. It does not take any equity.
What are the rounds of the competition?
There are three rounds: Round 1 is a quiz (20 questions in 20 minutes), Round 2 is a business plan submission (3–5 slide deck), and Round 3 is a live pitch to judges.
What is the format of the business plan submission?
Shortlisted teams must submit a 3–5 slide business deck (excluding title and appendix slides) addressing one of the provided case prompts. The final presentation must be under 7 minutes.
How is the winner determined?
The winner is determined by a combination of judges' scores and the virtual investment amounts each team receives from other teams during the final round.
How do I apply?
You need to register on the Unstop platform by July 26, 2026. The team leader must complete the quiz in Round 1 within the allotted time.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Pitchazzo Business Plan Competition – ₹10K Prize for Student Teams, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
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