International Innovation Challenge 3.0
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A multi-theme innovation challenge for students worldwide, hosted by Manipal University Jaipur with a ₹7 Lakh prize pool.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Manipal University Jaipur
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 11 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Manipal University Jaipur. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
The International Innovation Challenge 3.0 is a multi-round innovation competition organised by Manipal University Jaipur, open to students across all disciplines globally. Participants form teams of 1–4 members to develop original projects addressing one of ten themes. The competition begins with a PPT-based shortlisting round, followed by an offline final round at the Jaipur campus (with an online option for international teams).
Who Should Apply University students from any discipline, from India or abroad. Teams may be from the same or different institutions. Cross-institutional teams are welcome.
Themes Participants choose from ten themes (not individually listed in the raw data) as per the official guidelines.
Format & Timeline
- Registration deadline: 11th August 2026
- PPT submission deadline: 11th August 2026 (max 9 slides, template provided)
- Shortlisting results announced: 13th August 2026
- Final round (offline at MUJ, online option for international teams): 25th August 2026
Judging criteria include originality, innovation, feasibility, and impact. Decisions of the expert panel are final.
Prizes
- Winner: ₹1,00,000 cash
- 1st Runner Up: ₹75,000 cash
- 2nd Runner Up: ₹50,000 cash
- Additional benefits worth ₹4,75,000: Goodies, hampers, courses, paid internship, incubation opportunity, recommendation certificates, etc.
Eligibility Open to all students. Teams of 1–4 members. Registration fee applies: ₹699 per team for MUJ Indian students, ₹799 per team for non-MUJ Indian students, $50 per team for international students.
How to Apply Register via the Unstop link. Pay the correct fee based on team eligibility and provide team leader details and transaction ID. Submit a PPT (max 9 slides) following the provided template by the deadline.
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Organizers
Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ) Manipal University Jaipur (MUJ), established in 2011, is a private university in Jaipur, Rajasthan, operating under the Manipal Education and Medical Group — one of India's most respected education conglomerates. It hosts 15,000+ students across…
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- Amount
- Up to ₹7 Lakhs
What You Get
The top three teams win tiered cash prizes: ₹1,00,000 for the Winner, ₹75,000 for the 1st Runner Up, and ₹50,000 for the 2nd Runner Up. Beyond cash, the competition offers ₹4,75,000 in additional benefits, including goodies, hampers, courses, a paid internship, incubation opportunity, and recommendation certificates. Winners also gain exposure through a multi-round competition judged on originality, innovation, feasibility, and impact, with the final round held offline at Manipal University Jaipur (online for international teams).
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 2
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
