Offer your students a chance to be a part of India’s 1st Problem Solver’s directory by MeitY
About the program
Powered by HCLTech and Pearson, global leaders in technology & learning, this initiative brings top-tier industry and education minds together to support student innovation from institutes across India. With industry, academia, and government together, and MeitY Startup Hub as our Innovation Ecosystem Partner, this offers your institute a unique opportunity to position your campus as a hub for innovation and experiential learning.
What does it offer to your institution?
- Reputation and visibility: Position your campus as a hub for innovation and experiential learning—locally and globally.
- Global network and partnerships: Connect with educators, institutions, and industry leaders for joint projects, guest mentorship, and recognition
- Stronger curriculum: Integrate hands-on entrepreneurship aligned with India’s NEP 2020
Learner Benefits
- Grant upto 10L for the winning idea
- Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification
- Expert mentorship
- Chance to be a part of India’s 1st Problem Solver’s Directory
- Stage to pitch and network with leading minds from other institutions
Who can participate:
Undergraduate and post graduate students from any year or discipline across India can participate. Fill the form and our team will reach out to you.
Current participants are from:
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Submit nomination from your institute
About the program
| Status | Start Date | End Date |
| ESB Registration Window | 10th August 2025 | 30th October 2025 |
| Learning Duration | 1st September 2025 | 14th December 2025 |
| Project Idea Submission | 15th December 2025 | 31st January 2026 |
| Evalution + Shortlisting | 1st Febraury 2026 | 15th Febraury 2026 |
| Semi-finals/Reginals | 15th Febraury 2026 | 28th Febraury 2026 |
| Shortlisting of Finalists | 1st March 2026 | 8th March 2026 |
| Grand Finale | 12th March 2026 | 13thMarch 2026 |