Student Unicorn Prize 2026

About

The Student Unicorn Prize 2026 is a one-month competition designed for student-led startups in India, offering mentorship, visibility, and the chance to secure seed funding of up to ₹20 lakhs for those with proof of work.

Benefits

• 🎉Seed Investment Opportunity — Pitch for up to ₹20 lakhs in seed investment
• 👩‍🏫 Founder Mentorship — Learn from experienced founders and investors
• 🎤Demo Day Access — Pitch to an investor panel and industry leaders
• 🌐Visibility Beyond Campus — Gain exposure to a wider network
• 🏆Competition Recognition — Compete for recognition and prize money

Eligibility Criteria

• Final year students or graduates from the last two years
• Solo founders and teams (up to 3)
• Proof of work required (POC, MVP, prototype)
• Pre-revenue validated
• Early users or pilot stage

Participation Commitments

• 1-Month Program — Focused one-month founder sprint
• Mandatory eligibility check for the program
• Attendance required for Demo Day

Target Region

India

Target Sector

Technology entrepreneurship, innovation, and various sectors including AI, Fintech, Health, and more