IIT Bombay Announces the 21st Edition of E-Summit, Asia’s Largest Business Conclave
The Entrepreneurship Cell at IIT Bombay, which is Asia’s largest student-run non-profit organization dedicated to promoting entrepreneurship, is set to host the 21st edition of E-Summit. This prestigious event will take place from December 11 to 12, 2025, and is recognized as Asia’s largest business conclave.
Connecting Leaders and Innovators
The 21st E-Summit aims to connect today’s leaders with tomorrow’s innovators through a variety of high-impact activities, including funding competitions, insightful speaker sessions, and extensive networking opportunities. The event promises an enriching experience for all participants, whether they are established entrepreneurs or aspiring innovators.
Highlights of the E-Summit
Here are some of the key features and events that attendees can look forward to:
- The Ten Minute Million: This is India’s first on-the-spot funding platform, where startup founders will pitch their ideas to 16 investors in just 10 minutes. This unique opportunity allows them to compete for a funding pool of INR 3.5 million before an audience of over 3,500 attendees.
- Inspiring Speakers: This year’s summit will feature an impressive lineup of speakers, including:
- Anil Agarwal – Founder, Vedanta Resources
- Benedetto Vigna – CEO, Ferrari
- Aman Gupta – Co-Founder, Boat
- Kunal Bahl – Co-Founder, Titan Capital
- Smriti Irani – Former Union Minister
- Rohit Bansal – Co-Founder, Titan Capital
- Over 120 distinguished speakers will share their insights and experiences during the event.
- Startup Expo: This expo provides a platform for startups to showcase and market their products to more than 50,000 attendees, creating valuable exposure and networking opportunities.
- Networking Arena: The Networking Arena will facilitate one-to-one interactions between startups and over 200 investors and mentors, offering curated mentorship through roundtable discussions to accelerate startup journeys.
- I-Hack: Returning as the flagship tech competition, I-Hack will offer INR 6 lakh in prize money across development and data science tracks, encouraging innovation and technical skills.
- Entre-MUN: This dynamic Model United Nations forum aims to build leadership, global awareness, and diplomacy skills among participants.
- Influencer Summit: This summit celebrates creators and industry leaders through a keynote address, Platform Power Talks, and The Creator’s Playbook panel discussion.
- Global Entrepreneurship Conclave (GEC): GEC will bring together student innovators from over 10 countries through a high-impact bootcamp, cross-cultural collaboration sessions, and immersive learning experiences.
- Workshops: Attendees can dive into top-tier workshops conducted by industry giants such as NVIDIA, Google, Upstox, Microsoft, and the Wadhwani Foundation, covering topics like Physical AI, investing, AI agents, and entrepreneur-focused tools.
Competitions and Opportunities
The E-Summit is not just for startup founders; it also offers numerous competitions for students looking to test their business instincts. Some of the exciting competitions include:
- IPL Auction
- Bid n Build
- Fish Tank
- Corporate Duel
- Capital Quest
- Ace the Case
- Deciphering the Labyrinth
Additionally, there will be many informal contests with prizes up to INR 2 lakh, ensuring that there is something for everyone.
Internship and Job Fair
For aspiring entrepreneurs seeking hands-on exposure, the E-Summit will also feature an internship and job fair. This is an excellent opportunity for students and young professionals to connect with potential employers and explore career opportunities in various fields.
Sponsors and Partners
The 21st E-Summit is presented by Westbridge Capital and Stripe, in association with several notable partners, including:
- Google AdMob
- Campa
- GitLab
- Krafton (Official Gaming Partner)
- Shivaami (Cloud Partner)
- Coca Cola (Beverage Partner)
- ICICI Lombard (Case Study Partner)
- Perfios (Fintech Innovation Partner)
- Cos Tan (Vegan Footwear Partner)
- Cipla Health (Case Competition Partner)
- Upstox (Investment Partner)
- GAHNA (AI Innovation Partner)
Registration Information
Participants are encouraged to register as soon as possible to secure their spot at this remarkable event. Registration can be completed online at ecell.in/esummit.
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Note: The E-Summit at IIT Bombay is a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs, students, and innovators to connect, learn, and grow in the dynamic world of business. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of Asia’s largest business conclave!
