Pitch Bazaar 2026 Starts In
Every second brings us closer to India's most exciting student startup event. Prepare your idea, build your pitch, connect with mentors, and showcase your innovation before investors and industry experts. The next big startup story could begin with you.
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Your Startup Journey Starts Here.
Take the first step toward turning your idea into reality. Meet mentors. Connect with investors. Compete with innovators. Build the future.
Register TodayContact Us
pitchpanchayatofficial@gmail.com
📍 Location
Hubballi, Karnataka, India
📞 Phone
+91 89041 38145
+91 99011 03388
+91 99010 77898
🌐 Website
www.pitchpanchayat.com
HOW IT WORKS
EVENT FORMAT
A complete journey from registering your idea to pitching before investors and industry professionals.
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Online Registration
- Team Details – Team name / Startup name
- Members – Up to 5 members (Name, Phone Number, Age, Grade, Email)
- Idea Details – A 100–120 word description covering:
- Why you want to participate
- Startup mission
- Supporting Materials / Logo
- Website (if any)
- Social media links (if any)
Pitch Chaupal
Video Pitch Round
Your video pitch should include:
- Startup name
- Problem statement
- Your solution
- Why your startup deserves to be selected
Requirements
- Duration: 2–3 minutes
- Every team member must appear in the video
- Creative editing is encouraged
Outcome
- Top 15 teams are shortlisted
- Selected videos are featured on our social media
The Bazaar
Business Expo
- Teams set up expo-style booths showcasing their startup
- Visitors interact as potential customers
- Visitors provide feedback for every startup
- Teams gather customer insights and suggestions
Each team receives customer feedback to:
- Refine their idea
- Pivot if necessary
- Strengthen their business model
The Sampark
Networking Task
- Each participant receives a Networking Passport to interact with other participants
- Record name, college, key takeaway and signature for each interaction
- Build as many meaningful connections as possible
Judging Criteria
- Number & quality of interactions
- Communication & confidence
- Intentional collaborations
The Vyapar
Investment Negotiation
- 4–5 investors observe teams and identify key risks on Day 1
- Day 2: Teams pitch for 60 seconds, then face investor questions
- Teams get 2 minutes to discuss and 3–4 minutes to defend and convince investors
- Final decision: Investment / Conditional Investment / No Investment
Judging Criteria
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Persuasion
The Panchayat
Grand Pitch
Revised Pitch. Final Judgment.
- Teams present their improved startup before the Panchayat
- Judging is based on:
- Quality of the pitch
- Improvement made after customer feedback
- The Panchayat announces the winners
Celebrating Tomorrow's Entrepreneurs
Recognising creativity, innovation, execution and entrepreneurial excellence demonstrated throughout Pitch Panchayat.