IDEA TO INCUBATION · STARTUP PROGRAM
IDEA COMPETITION 2026
Turn your idea into a potential startup with E-Cell CRCE. 4 impact tracks, expert mentorship, incubation handoff & ₹50K+ prizes.
Hosted by E-Cell CRCE · Union Bank of India · Vybe Driven
Prizes worth
₹50,000+
IDEA COMPETITION 2026
Apply before Oct 28, 2026.
Event dates
Oct 28, 2026 – Feb 6, 2027
Format
Hybrid · Fr. CRCE, Bandra, Mumbai · Hybrid
Registration deadline
Oct 28, 2026
Team size
1–4 members
Eligibility
Student innovators, developers, aspiring founders, and teams across all colleges and departments
Entry fee
Free
All that you need to know about IDEA COMPETITION 2026
IDEA COMPETITION 2026 is an idea-to-incubation startup program presented by E-Cell CRCE (Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues College of Engineering, Bandra) with Title Sponsor Union Bank of India, Platform Partner Vybe Driven, and Community Partner Mumbai Tech Week. Designed to bridge the gap between ideation and a real startup, the challenge features 4 core impact tracks: 1) Healthcare & Well-being, 2) Energy & Sustainability, 3) Education & Technology, and 4) Smart Cities & Urban Development. Top teams receive 2–3 months of intensive mentorship to build functional POCs, followed by an offline Grand Finale on 6th February 2027 at Fr. CRCE Bandra before venture founders and incubation partners. Over ₹50,000 in prize pool, incubation handoff, interview opportunities, goodies, and round-wise certificates.
Stages and Timelines
Round 1 · Register & Submit Idea (Online)
Stage 1Register and submit your problem statement, market approach, and proposed solution via PPT.
Round 2 · Mentorship & Judging (Online)
Stage 2Shortlisted teams receive 2–3 months of 1-on-1 expert mentorship to validate their idea and engineer a working Proof of Concept (POC).
Round 3 · Grand Finale (Offline)
Stage 3Pitch your developed prototype and venture live to founders, investors, and incubation heads at Fr. CRCE, Bandra, Mumbai.
Rewards and Prizes
Cash Prizes & Recognition
Awarded to winning innovators, finalist teams, and category champions.
Participant Benefits & Perks
Incubation Opportunities
Direct incubation pathway and handoff for eligible finalists to launch and scale real startups.
Interview Opportunities
Exclusive interview and internship access for all eligible teams with partner companies.
Expert Mentorship & Hands-on POC
2–3 months of 1-on-1 guidance from founders and industry leaders to validate ideas and engineer functional prototypes.
Certificates on Clearing Each Round
Official achievement certificates awarded on clearing each round, recognized by E-Cell CRCE & partners.
Exciting Goodies & Perks
Exclusive builder swag, digital perks, and goodies for participants.
Networking with Founders & Leaders
Direct networking with successful founders, investors, and startup leaders at the Grand Finale.
Light Snacks & Beverages
Complimentary refreshments and snacks provided during offline mentoring sessions and the Grand Finale.
QUERIES
- Atharva Jagtap · +917066935597
- Arnav Potale · +918830331242