BUILD 5.0 – Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program by FITT IIT Delhi

Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi in partnership with Boeing

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Amount

Upto: ₹10 lakh

Provider

Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi in partnership with Boeing

Type

contest

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About this Opportunity

BUILD 5.0 – Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program is a national-level innovation and startup development initiative jointly implemented by the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi and Boeing. The program is designed to foster high-impact entrepreneurship in strategic domains including Aerospace, Spacetech, Electric Vehicles, E-Mobility, Green Energy, Sustainability, and Social Impact.

The 2026 edition envisions building a collaborative ecosystem that transforms early-stage ideas into scalable ventures through structured mentoring, bootcamps, and competitive pitch platforms. Selected teams gain mentorship from Boeing experts, IIT Delhi faculty, and startup ecosystem leaders. Participants receive access to advanced technology labs, prototyping facilities, and product development infrastructure at FITT-IIT Delhi. The program also connects startups with venture capital firms and angel networks through FITT’s investment ecosystem.

BUILD operates through a multi-stage competitive model including application screening, regional bootcamps, pitch competitions, and a national finale hosted at Boeing’s campus. Top teams receive national exposure, industry immersion, and the opportunity to compete for prize money of up to ₹10 lakh to support further development of their innovation.

Eligibility

  • Open to students who have graduated or will be graduating in 2026.
  • Early-stage startups in Aerospace, Spacetech, E-Mobility, Green Energy, Sustainability, and Social Impact domains.
  • Entrepreneurs at pre-revenue or idea/conceptualization stage are encouraged to apply.
  • Startups may apply from the region where they live and work.
  • Pre-seed and early-stage startups with limited or no revenue are eligible.

Application Process

  • Applicants submit their applications during the open application window.
  • Applications are evaluated through a rigorous multi-stage screening process.
  • Shortlisted teams are invited to participate in regional bootcamps and pitch competitions.
  • Top regional teams advance to the National Finale at Boeing University campus in Bengaluru.
  • Finalists present their ideas before an eminent jury panel.
  • Selected winning teams receive prize money of ₹10 lakh and continued ecosystem support.
  • Selected teams may receive extended mentoring and immersion support through the program duration.