Upcoming Startup & Funding Events - 25 Sep 2025

Sep 25, 2025

From Pitch competitions to Global tech challenges, here are the key events driving startup growth and investment opportunities this season.

Startup Events:

1. Name: Convergence India 2026

Location: New Delhi, India
Date: 23 - 25 March 2026
Description: A large technology & infrastructure expo can be leveraged for startup exposure and investor connections.
Website: https://www.convergenceindia.org/

2. Name: STARTUp Day 2026

Date: 28 to 30 January, 2026
Location: Chennai, India
Description: A startup festival offering a platform for entrepreneurs to showcase their innovations, connect with investors, and participate in networking events.
Website: https://www.startupday.ee/

3. Name: Great India Retail Summit & Awards 2026

Date: February 19, 2026
Location: Mumbai, India
Description: An event bringing together retail industry leaders, providing startups in the retail sector with opportunities to network and explore funding avenues.
Website: https://retail.economictimes.indiatimes.com/great-india-retail-summit

4. Name: India Energy Week Exhibition & Conference

Date: January 27–30, 2026
Location: Goa, India
Description: A premier conference organized by the Global Startups Club, designed to cater to the needs of entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders.
Website: https://www.indiaenergyweek.com/

Funding Opportunities:

1. Name: MeitY GENESIS EiR Program

Date: Applications open until 5 October, 2025.
Amount: Up to ₹10 lakh.
Equity Taken: Not specified
Website: https://www.startupgrantsindia.com/meity-genesis-eir-cohort-2-at-aic-rntu-foundation-138

2. Name: Venture Catalysts Demo Day 2026

3. Name: iCreate Startup Investment Summit 2026

4. Name: Pitch - Tech & Innovation Summit 2026