Overview: From a problem worth solving to a startup worth investing in. About the Opportunity Udbhav'26 is a startup and innovation challenge organized by E-Cell, Computer Department, Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering & Research (PCCOER) , designed to take participants from identifying a real-world problem to building a working MVP and pitching their solution. UDBHAV'26 follows an Open Innovation approach, giving participants the freedom to choose a problem and develop a solution without predefined problem statements or fixed domains. The challenge combines innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and business thinking , giving participants an opportunity to turn their ideas into practical solutions. Idea → Build → Pitch The Udbhav'26 Journey Round 1 — Idea + Build (Online) Participants identify a real-world problem, develop a startup solution, submit their 7-slide Idea Deck , and demonstrate their MVP through a 2–3 minute video . The strongest ideas and implementations will be shortlisted for the offline finale. Round 2 — Shark Tank (Offline) Shortlisted participants/teams will present their MVP and pitch their startup before a judging panel at PCCOER, Pune . The finale will focus on MVP demonstration, pitching, business potential, and investor-style Q&A . Why Participate? Build — Turn your idea into a working MVP. Innovate — Solve a real-world problem through Open Innovation. Pitch — Experience a Shark Tank-style startup pitch. Connect — Interact with fellow innovators, mentors, and judges. Compete — Showcase your solution and compete for exciting prizes and recognition. This competition is open exclusively to students currently enrolled in colleges located in Pune; participants from colleges outside Pune are not eligible to register. Registration Fee & Payment Details
Registration Fee: ₹100 per team
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Whatsapp Group Link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cgsol0MbT687HH7TorGCLN Udbhav'26 — Idea. Build. Pitch. Find the problem. Build the solution. Pitch the future.
Note: Payment will not be refunded once done, the team cannot cancel their registrations in any condition. Teams will not be provided with any accommodation for the final round event.