How to Participate

Eligible startups can apply online by submitting the registration form along with their pitch deck and product demo link. Shortlisted applicants will be invited for a virtual interaction round, and five finalists will then be selected to present live at RAISE’26.

Eligibility Criteria

• Be an early-stage startup with 1–5 years of business operations.
• Be an incorporated company.
• Have a working, PoC-ready MVP.
• Offer an ancillary, middleware, AI or related technology solution for BFSI or non-BFSI use cases.
• Be India-focused and looking to sell in India.
• Have raised less than ₹250 crore in total funding.
• Address at least one of the eligible domain areas listed below.

Dates to Remember

• Last date to submit application: October 31, 2026
• Application Screening: November 1 - November 15, 2026
• Interaction with Founders: November 16 - November 30, 2026
• Announcement of Final Shortlist: December 1, 2026
• Pitch date: December 16, 2026, | JIO World Convention Centre, Mumbai

This event is designed to discover, mentor, and invest in startups that are poised to redefine their industries. If your domain aligns with our focus areas, this is your chance to accelerate your growth and amplify your impact. 

Apply now and take your startup to the next level.

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