About Pitch Carnival
Pitch Carnival is a flagship startup pitching and innovation event designed to empower early-stage founders, student entrepreneurs, and innovators by providing them with mentorship, exposure, and direct access to investors.
The event offers a structured platform where participants can refine their startup ideas, strengthen business models, and pitch confidently to industry experts and investors.
Event Objectives
Fostering a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Promote student entrepreneurship
Support innovation and startup culture
Provide mentorship and investor exposure
Enable real-world validation of startup ideas
Event Structure
A multi-stage event designed to forge and feature the most viable startup ideas.
Closes 10th February 2026
Top 20 teams will be shortlisted from all registrations to proceed to the Bootcamp round.
14th February 2026
Master your startup pitch and get expert mentorship & strategic guidance to prepare for investor interactions.
16th February 2026
Present directly to investors and compete for funding opportunities and recognition.
Who Should Participate?
We are looking for ambitious innovators and visionaries ready to make an impact.
- Students from colleges and universities
- Startups with Technology Readiness Level (TRL) above 5
- Ideas ready for real-world validation
Key Opportunities
Unlock unparalleled growth and recognition for your startup.
- Investment up to ₹50 Lakhs
- Chance to enter the Stanford Startup Program
- Direct exposure to investors & mentors
- Platform to launch and scale innovative ideas
Key Benefits
Gain a competitive edge with these exclusive advantages.
Early-stage & growth-ready startup exposure
Curated pitches from innovative founders
High-impact networking with investors & mentors
Direct feedback and guidance from seasoned industry experts
Opportunities for equity, mentorship & partnerships
Strong academic–industry startup ecosystem
Core Sectors
We welcome disruptive ideas from a vast spectrum of future-driven industries.
Sponsorship & Brand Benefits
Engage with India’s next generation of innovators and gain unparalleled brand visibility.
What's In It For You?
- Marketing & promotion opportunities
- High brand visibility among a targeted audience
- Direct interaction with student startups and innovators
- Strong presence in academic & startup ecosystems
Sponsorship Packages
₹20,000
- Logo on banners, website & social media
- Brand mention during presentations
- Limited exposure at venue
₹40,000
- All Silver benefits
- Prominent logo placement
- Social media shout-outs
- Distribution of promotional material
₹60,000
- All Gold benefits
- Exclusive branding during key sessions
- On-stage recognition
- VIP access for representatives
In Collaboration With
Google Developer Groups on Campus (GDGC) – AIKTC
Leo Club – AIKTC
Unstop Igniters Club
Leadership & Dignitaries
Supported and inspired by eminent personalities.
Dr. Zahir Kazi
President, Anjuman-i-Islam (Padma Awardee 2024)
Mr. Burhan Harris
Hon. Executive Chairman, BIBM, AI
Partners & Support
Proudly collaborating with industry leaders to foster innovation.
Partnered With
Startup Builder
Marketing Partner
Qyzento Lab
Supported By
IdeaBaaz
Venue & Time
Auditorium, Anjuman-i-Islam’s Kalsekar Technical Campus
Navi Mumbai, India
10:00 AM onwards
