Startup Dangal Season 3.0 is India's premier startup competition, providing a competitive platform for startups to showcase their innovation, gain mentorship from industry experts, and win funding up to ₹10 Lakhs. The event is committed to fostering a culture of competition, collaboration, and growth, offering aspiring entrepreneurs the opportunity to shine on a national stage.
Who Should Apply
Open to startups of all sizes and industries — from seed-stage ventures with disruptive ideas to established players looking to expand their reach. The competition offers a level playing field for emerging ventures to demonstrate their potential.
Format & Timeline
The competition is conducted across 19 major locations in India. The process includes:
- Stage 1: Screening in your city — a 5-minute pitch to local judges.
- Stage 2: Grand Pitch — selected startups showcase and display their products at the event, engage with visitors, and pitch live on stage to investors, jury members, and ecosystem leaders.
- Stage 3: Rapid‑fire & Winner Announcement — winners are announced after a rapid-fire round and receive funding and mentorship.
The Chandigarh edition is a hybrid event (online + offline).
Prizes
Total cash prize pool of up to ₹10,00,000, plus mentorship and investment opportunities for winning startups.
Eligibility
Open to startups of all sizes and industries. No specific team size or stage restrictions mentioned.
How to Apply
Nominate your startup by submitting your profiles, innovation details, traction, and founder information through the official nomination form at the registration link.
