Dream Startup Challenge for Early Stage Startups

The Dream Startup Challenge is an initiative to promote Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Central India. Organized by the Bhopal chapter of CII (Confederation of Indian Industries) and AIC-RNTU Foundation, this challenge aims to provide high-quality learning, structured mentoring, networking, and exposure to the Madhya Pradesh ecosystem.

📅 Opportunity Details

• Date Published: July 02, 2025
• Application Deadline: July 30, 2025
• Category: Contest, Entrepreneurs
• Opportunity Locations: India
• Eligible Locations: India

🏆 About the Challenge

The Dream Startup Challenge is a Business Plan Competition for early-stage startups. Eligible ventures will receive mentorship for 2 months before presenting their business plans to a panel of investors, industrialists, and academicians to compete for attractive prizes.

Key Highlights:

• 8th Edition will scout startups across Madhya Pradesh.
• Shortlisting Pitching Sessions will be organized in Bhopal, Gwalior, Indore, and Jabalpur for startups from nearby regions.

🎁 Benefits

Participants of the Dream Startup Challenge will receive:

• Cash Prizes
• Capacity Building Workshops
• Mentoring Support
• Extensive Networking Opportunities
• Incubation Support and Investment Opportunities
• Soft Infra Support (e.g., Zoho, MSG91, etc.) up to $450K

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To participate in the Dream Startup Challenge, startups must meet the following requirements:

• The venture should not be registered earlier than June 1, 2021.
• The annual turnover should not exceed ₹1 crore.
• Must have a registered company (Pvt. Ltd./LLP).
• The company must be registered in Madhya Pradesh only (RoC Gwalior).

📄 Application Process

• Apply Here: Dream Startup Challenge Application Portal

📌 Application Deadline

• July 30, 2025

🔗 Additional Information

• View detailed information about the challenge on the Official Portal.
• Apply directly via the Application Link.

🌟 Sponsor Organization

The challenge is sponsored by AIC-RNTU Foundation, a leading organization supporting entrepreneurship and innovation.

This is a fantastic opportunity for early-stage startups in Madhya Pradesh to gain mentorship, networking, and funding to scale their ventures. Don't miss out—apply before July 30, 2025! 🚀

• Cash Prizes.
• Capacity Building Workshop.
• Mentoring Support.
• Extensive Networking Opportunity.
• Incubation Support and Investment Opportunity.
• Soft Infra Support (ex. Zoho, MSG91 etc) upto $450K.