PitchBiz 5.0

Investor Discovery & Startup Networking Platform 19–20 March 2026 | Indore, Madhya Pradesh |Startup Pitching Event

After the successful editions of PitchBiz in 2018, 2019, 2023, and 2025, AIIH Foundation presents the 5th edition of PitchBiz, a structured startup discovery and networking platform that brings together startups, investors, and key ecosystem stakeholders.

About the Platform: PitchBiz 5.0 is designed to

1. Provide startups with an opportunity to present their ventures to investors and ecosystem participants
2. Enable investors to discover startups and initiate conversations
3. Facilitate networking, mentorship, and incubation opportunities within the startup ecosystem

Startup Tracks

1. Early-Stage Startups (Seed / Angel Stage)
2. Growth-Stage Startups

Event Details Day 1 (19 March 2026) - Early-Stage Startups (Pre-Seed/ Seed / Angel Stage) Day 2 (20 March 2026) - Early Growth and Growth-Stage Startups

Time: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM Venue: AIIH Foundation, Acropolis Group of Institutes Location: Indore, Madhya Pradesh

Eligibility Criteria

1. Startups must have at least 2 years of existence
2. Open to startups from all sectors across India
3. Startup must be DPIIT registered
4. Technology readiness level (TRL) 4 and above
5. Must have a formal founders’ agreement in place
6. Must be registered as a Private Limited Company

Event Highlights Selection Process Registration Closes: 10th Feb 2026 Phase 1: Multi-stage screening and shortlisting Phase 2: Select Startups list announced: 5th March 2026 (Tentative) Phase 3: Live pitching by selected startups before an investor panel Day 1 (19 March 2026) - Early-Stage Startups (Pre-Seed/ Seed / Angel Stage) Day 2 (20 March 2026) - Early Growth and Growth-Stage Startups

Key Features

1. Live startup pitching sessions
2. Interaction with participating investors and ecosystem experts
3. Indicative investment interest range (if any): ₹25 lakhs – ₹3 crores, solely at the discretion of investors
4. Cash Prizes: Top startup in each track will receive ₹1,00,000
5. Incubation support opportunities
6. Mentorship sessions with experienced professionals
7. Participation is free for the top 8 selected startups in each track

Application deadline: 10th February 2026

Contact Information Email: pitchbiz@acropolis.in PitchBiz 5.0 offers startups a platform to present their ideas, gain insights, and connect with the broader ecosystem. Seize the opportunity to showcase your startup and be part of a growing innovation community.