Incubator & AcceleratorCompetition & Award
Building a Successful AI Startup
Apply by Jul 27, 2026
Application Closed
About
A one-week on-campus program designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs transform their AI ideas into successful startups, featuring mentorship from industry experts, practical learning experiences, and a chance to win a grant for the best startup pitch.
Benefits
- 💰Grant SupportParticipants have the chance to win a grant of Rs 4 lakh for the best startup idea.
- 🎓Expert GuidanceAccess to mentorship from industry experts, including a former Vice President of Google Search.
- 🏢Networking OpportunitiesConnect with investors and industry professionals to support startup growth.
- 📈Practical LearningEngage in hands-on activities and classroom sessions focused on real-life startup experiences.
- 🌐Feedback SessionsReceive valuable feedback on startup ideas from experienced mentors and investors.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to final-year BTech, MTech, and PhD students
- Eligible participants include faculty members, researchers, engineers, product managers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and founders of early-stage AI startups
- Participants should have an interest in building AI startups
- Must be able to attend the program from August 10 to August 14, 2026
- No specific prior experience in startups is mentioned, but a background in AI is implied.
Participation Commitments
- Must attend all sessions from August 10 to August 14, 2026
- Participants are required to present their startup ideas on Pitch Day
- Engagement in hands-on activities and discussions is mandatory
- Must be prepared to interact with industry experts throughout the program.
Target Region
Open to participants from India
Target Sector
Focused on artificial intelligence and technology entrepreneurship
IIT Madras, Wadhwani School of Data Science and AI