Overview
Tathagat Innovest 2026 is a premier innovation and startup ecosystem gathering hosted by Atal Incubation Centre – BIMTECH in collaboration with leading national innovation bodies including NITI Aayog, Atal Innovation Mission, MeitY Startup Hub, and global platform Startup World Cup.
Inspired by the philosophy of “Tathagat” — enlightened progress and purposeful growth, the event aims to bring together startups, investors, corporates, incubators, policymakers, and innovation leaders to accelerate collaboration and drive impactful innovation.
The event will also host the Startup World Cup India Edition, providing startups a unique opportunity to compete for the $1 Million Grand Finale in San Francisco, USA.
Date: 12 March 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Venue: AIC BIMTECH, Greater Noida
Key Takeaways
Participants attending Tathagat Innovest 2026 will gain access to a powerful innovation ecosystem.
1. Global Startup Opportunity
Selected startups will get the chance to participate in the Startup World Cup Grand Finale in San Francisco, competing for a $1 Million investment prize.
2. High-Level Ecosystem Gathering
Over 300+ ecosystem stakeholders including founders, investors, policymakers, corporates, and incubators will be present.
3. Investor & Funding Access
Startups will pitch directly to 10+ investors and jury members, opening doors for funding and partnerships.
4. Industry-Academia Collaboration
The event aims to bridge the gap between research, academia, and industry innovation.
5. Strategic Innovation Discussions
The Tathagat Innovation Corridor Roundtable will bring leaders together to design strategies for nurturing startups with industry support.
6. Global Networking Opportunities
Participants will connect with venture capitalists, corporates, startup founders, and innovation experts.
Event Agenda
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Inaugural Ceremony
Opening session with distinguished guests, dignitaries, and leaders from the startup ecosystem.
11:30 AM – 11:45 AM
Startup Felicitation Ceremony
Recognition of Small Town Innovation initiatives supported by MeitY Startup Hub.
11:45 AM – 12:00 PM
Launch of Startup World Cup – India Edition
Official launch of the global startup competition platform in India.
12:30 PM – 01:30 PM
Panel Discussion: Innovation to Business
A multi-stakeholder panel including investors, international experts, government officials, and corporate innovators discussing how innovation translates into scalable businesses.
02:30 PM – 03:30 PM
Tathagat Innovation Corridor Roundtable
Strategic discussion on building stronger startup ecosystems through industry collaboration and policy support.
02:30 PM – 05:00 PM
Startup Pitch Competition
Around 20 startups pitching to 10+ investors and jury members, competing for opportunities to represent India at the Startup World Cup global finale.
Why Sharda LaunchPad?
Powering youth entrepreneurial dreams through
Full Access to Top-of-the-Line Resources
Including cloud computing and storage credits, developer platforms, and payroll software in addition to drop-in office space and legal advice.
COE and Industry Exposure
A network of more than 150 corporates to exchange expertise and experiences, speeding up the learning curve.
Global Networking Opportunities
To mingle with great minds across the globe by cohabitating and sharing ideas worth spreading through Inter-University Incubation Approach.
Financial Support
Providing funds of upto INR 40Lac to budding entrepreneurs, letting them focus on the development of their ideas without other worries.
Expert Industry Mentors
Opportunity to be Guided by 1200+ Global Mentors and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) from leading corporates.