Best Youth Startup in Bulgaria 2026

About

The Best Youth Startup in Bulgaria 2026 is a national competition designed for young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 29, offering three months of free training and mentorship, project development support, and networking opportunities, making it an ideal platform for innovative business ideas to flourish.

Benefits

• 🎓 Training Program
• Three months of free training and mentorship, including advanced webinars, practical workshops, games, and networking events.
• 📈 Project Development Support
• Mid-competition assistance for project development and entrepreneurship skill enhancement.
• 🌐 Expert Resources
• Access to industry experts, tools, and resources for support.
• 🎤 Networking Opportunities
• Various offline and online event opportunities for networking.
• 🔬 Specialized Support
• Particular support for projects in biomedicine, biotechnology, psychology, and cultural fields from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences.

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Age Requirement
• Participants must be aged between 18 and 29, including students in grades 11 and 12.
• 💡 Innovation Requirement
• Must possess bold and innovative business ideas.
• 🏢 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to participants from across Bulgaria.

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Attendance Requirement
• Must attend various training sessions and events during the program.
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Participants may need to present their business ideas during the competition phases.

Target Region

Open to young entrepreneurs across Bulgaria

Target Sector

Focused on innovative startups and entrepreneurship