AI Startup Challenge 2026

​PW AI Startup Challenge 2026

​🚀 Somewhere in Bharat, the next big AI idea is being built right now.

​Join the PW AI Startup Challenge 2026, India's premier platform for AI-driven startups, student innovators, researchers, builders, and entrepreneurs to showcase groundbreaking ideas, connect with investors, and shape the future of AI in Bharat.

​Organized by PW School of Startups, PW Institute of Innovation, and supported by Startup India (DPIIT), this event brings together ambitious founders, industry leaders, policymakers, venture capitalists, and AI enthusiasts under one roof.

​What to Expect

​✨ Startup Pitch Competition
✨ Student Innovation Challenge
✨ AI Conference & Industry Talks
✨ Investor Networking Opportunities
✨ Mentorship from Industry Experts
✨ Access to Founders, Builders & Policymakers
✨ Funding Opportunities from a ₹10 Crore Fund Pool

​Whether you're building an AI startup, developing cutting-edge research, creating AI-powered products, or simply passionate about innovation, this is your opportunity to gain visibility, receive expert feedback, and accelerate your journey.

​Who Should Attend?

• ​Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs

• ​Students & Innovators

• ​AI/ML Engineers & Developers

• ​Researchers & Academics

• ​Investors & Venture Capitalists

• ​Product Builders & Tech Enthusiasts

• ​Industry Leaders & Decision Makers

​📅 Date: 20–21 August 2026
📍 Venue: PW Headquarters, Noida
💰 Funding Pool: ₹10 Crore

​Come pitch, learn, network, and help build the next generation of AI-powered innovation in Bharat.

​Applications are now open. 🚀🇮🇳