Global Deep Tech Battle @ CES 2027
By swisstech
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Open deep-tech pitch contest at CES 2027, Las Vegas, 6–7 January. Four battles, US$3,000 (about ₹2.85 lakh) per winner. Entries close 16 November 2026; you must already attend CES.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- swisstech
- Application deadline
- 10d — 16 Nov 2026
- Location
- International
About this competition
The Global Deep Tech Battle @ CES 2027 is an open pitch contest run by swisstech, and the entry deadline is 16 November 2026. Selected deep-tech teams pitch live at the swisstech Pavilion at CES in Las Vegas on 6–7 January 2027, across four battles: Robotics, HealthTech, CleanTech and Consumer Electronics. Your team must already be attending CES, because the official rules say the contest does not provide entry tickets. Each battle winner receives a US$3,000 cash prize (about ₹2.85 lakh).
What the program offers
Each of the four battles has its own winner, and each winner gets a US$3,000 cash prize (about ₹2.85 lakh). The official page also promises visibility and opportunities to scale up your startup. The rules add that contestants compete for cash prizes and additional benefits such as mentorship, consulting hours and gift prizes, but they say prizes may vary by edition and will be communicated to participants in advance. The page does not say how the cash is paid or in which currency beyond the dollar figure, and it does not say what the money must be used for.
Schedule: Robotics 6 January, 1–2 pm; HealthTech 6 January, 3–4 pm; CleanTech 7 January, 11 am–12 pm; Consumer Electronics 7 January, 2–3 pm.
Who can apply
The rules ask for a startup that operates in deep tech and falls in one of the sectors chosen for the edition, which for CES 2027 are the four battle sectors above. The company must be legally incorporated and must have a minimum viable product or a prototype ready to demonstrate. The team names one representative to pitch. Employees or representatives of the organizing committee or the jury cannot enter. Only startups attending the event are eligible.
The rules set no country limit, so an Indian deep-tech startup can apply, provided it is incorporated, has a working prototype and will be in Las Vegas in January. This suits teams already planning to exhibit or visit CES. It does not suit a team that has no way of getting to CES, since the contest provides no ticket and only startups at the event can pitch.
How to apply
- Confirm that your team will be at CES 2027 in Las Vegas.
- Open the official sign-up page linked from the swisstech event page and register for the sector that fits your product.
- Prepare your pitch using the template the organizer provides. The rules say the pitch should cover your vision, the problem or opportunity, your solution and unique advantage, your business model and go-to-market, your team, your traction and your ask.
- Submit the pitch through the application form before the 16 November 2026 deadline.
- Wait for the pre-selection decision. Selected startups are invited to pitch live.
The organizers may move your startup to a different sector if they think it fits better, and they may reject incomplete or non-compliant applications. The page does not state the application language.
How applications are judged and what happens next
A pre-selection committee reviews all applications on innovation, market potential and scalability. Selected startups pitch live for 3 minutes, followed by 2 minutes of questions from an international jury of at least three people drawn from investors, media, corporate partners and industry experts. The criteria may include the maturity of the startup, innovation and deep-tech potential, clarity of the value proposition and the quality of the presentation. After the pitch round, up to two startups per battle may be called back for a further 2-minute Q&A that decides the winner. Jury decisions are final and binding and cannot be contested. The sources do not say when pre-selection results are sent out or when winners are announced beyond the battle times above.
About swisstech
swisstech is a public-private Swiss initiative, run by Presence Switzerland, that promotes Swiss innovation abroad. The Global Deep Tech Battle is its pitch contest for deep-tech startups, held at major tech events around the world, and it aims to connect founders with investors, corporates and ecosystem partners.
Things to check before you apply
- Travel: the sources do not say who pays for travel, accommodation or the CES pass. Assume you cover them yourself unless the organizers tell you otherwise.
- Fee: the page does not state an entry fee or say that entry is free.
- Rights: you keep your intellectual property, but you allow the organizers to use your name, logo and pitch content to promote the event.
- Changes: the organizers can change the rules, judging criteria or schedule at any time, and by registering you accept the rules.
- A practical tip: read the full rules document linked from the event page and rehearse your pitch to fit exactly 3 minutes, because the time limit is strict.
Eligibility
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Organizers
Prizes & Awards
What You Get
Each of the four battles (Robotics, HealthTech, CleanTech, Consumer Electronics) has a US$3,000 cash prize (about ₹2.85 lakh) for its winner. The rules also mention additional benefits such as mentorship, consulting hours and gift prizes, which may vary by edition and are announced to participants in advance. You keep all rights to your intellectual property, but swisstech may use your name, logo and pitch content to promote the event.
- Disbursement
- Lump Sum
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Selection Process
A pre-selection committee reviews applications on innovation, market potential and scalability and invites chosen startups to pitch. At CES an international jury of at least three people scores each 3-minute pitch and 2-minute Q&A, and up to two startups per battle may get an extra 2-minute Q&A that decides the winner. Jury decisions are final.
Application Process
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Apply
Submit the sign-up form and your pitch on the organiser's template by 16 November 2026.
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How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
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Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
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Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Global Deep Tech Battle at CES 2027?
Legally incorporated deep-tech startups in Robotics, HealthTech, CleanTech or Consumer Electronics, with an MVP or prototype to demonstrate. Your team must be attending CES, and one person must be named to pitch. Organizing committee and jury members and their employees cannot enter.
Can Indian startups apply for the Global Deep Tech Battle?
Yes, the rules set no country limit. An Indian startup needs to be legally incorporated, have a working prototype and already be going to CES in Las Vegas, since no ticket is provided.
How much can I win?
Each of the four battles has a winner who receives a US$3,000 cash prize (about ₹2.85 lakh). The rules also mention extra benefits such as mentorship, consulting hours and gift prizes, which vary by edition and are announced in advance.
How is the prize paid?
The sources do not say how or when the cash is paid, or in which form. Ask the organizers once you are selected.
What is the deadline, and what if it has passed?
Entries close on 16 November 2026. If the date has passed, the page does not announce a later round or extension, so check the swisstech event page for updates.
Is it a grant or equity?
It is a pitch contest with a cash prize. The sources do not mention any equity being taken, and you keep your intellectual property, though the organizers may use your name, logo and pitch content to promote the event.
What materials do I need to apply?
You need the sign-up form and a pitch prepared on the organizer's template. The pitch should cover your vision, the problem, your solution, business model, team, traction and ask.
Do I have to travel to Las Vegas?
Yes. The pitch is live at the swisstech Pavilion at CES on 6–7 January 2027, and only startups attending the event can enter. The sources do not state who pays for travel, so plan to cover it yourself.
Is it free to enter?
The sources do not state any entry fee, nor do they say entry is free. Check the sign-up page before submitting.
When are results announced?
The sources do not give a date for pre-selection results. The winner of each battle is decided at the event on 6 or 7 January 2027, after the live pitches and any final Q&A.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
