2026 Shenzhen IEIC | Singapore Division Pre-Registration
⚠️ Important Notice Regarding Other City Tracks ⚠️
The application deadlines for the Shanghai and Guangzhou competitions have now passed. If you have any ongoing inquiries regarding those 2 tracks, please feel free to contact georgia.zhao@thexnode.com directly.
The application window for the Shenzhen Track (Shenzhen IEIC) remains open below!
🚀 1-Minute Submission
🌆 Exclusive Shenzhen Track
💰 Millions in Cash Grants & VC Funding
Are you a deep-tech founder eyeing expansion into China and the broader Asian market?
XNode is hosting the Singapore Division pre-registration and pitch pipeline for one of China's most prestigious city-level startup competitions: the Shenzhen Innovation & Entrepreneurship International Competition (Shenzhen IEIC).
This is your fast track into the "Silicon Valley of Hardware & Innovation"—unlocking tier-1 ecosystem access, securing multi-million RMB cash prizes, and pitching directly to top-tier local VCs, all culminating in a sponsored pitch and immersion trip to Shenzhen!
💎 What’s on the Table? Core Benefit & Resource Details
Massive Grants & Subsidies
Compete for up to RMB 1.75M (~SGD 320K) in non-dilutive cash prizes and landing subsidies.
Direct VC Access
Get direct exposure to a massive RMB 5B (~SGD 900M) dedicated venture capital and equity investment pool.
Sponsored China Trip
Finalists earn a sponsored trip to Shenzhen, China for the Grand Finals, networking, and industry tours.
Soft-Landing Perks
Unlock international talent accommodation, regional office rent waivers, and 1-on-1 industry matchmaking with tech giants.
🎯 Who Should Apply?
Eligibility: Overseas tech startups, entrepreneurs, and research teams ready to expand into China and Asia.
Zero Barrier: No existing China entity or registration is required to apply!
Key Sectors:
Next-Gen Information Technology
Digit and Fashion
High-End Manufacturing Equipment
Green and Low Carbon
New Materials
Biomedicine and Health
Marine Economy
🗓️ Timeline
Application Deadline: August 31, 2026
Singapore Pitch: Sept 21st, one-north (Pitch Audience Registration: https://luma.com/p7jelvz0)
Grand Finals & Shenzhen Trip: Nov-Dec, offline in Shenzhen (TBC)
📥 How to Apply
We make cross-border expansion frictionless. Choose the path that works best for you:
Path A: The 1-Min XNode Fast Track (Recommended ✅)
Register via this Luma page and drop your latest Pitch Deck.
An XNode Project Manager will reach out within 5 working days to provide 1-on-1 support and help you complete the official application effortlessly.
Path B: Direct Official Registration
Prefer to DIY? You can sign up directly through the official competition portal: Official Portal
🌏 Tap into Shenzhen's world-class innovation ecosystem today! 🌏
------About The Organizer------
XNode is a premier cross-border innovation ecosystem builder connecting global tech startups with Asia. As EnterpriseSG's Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) partner for over 6 years, we have empowered 100+ Singaporean tech companies to successfully scale into China through tailored soft-landing solutions, strategic matchmaking, and direct capital access. www.thexnode.com