Awards & Recognition

Get recognized.
Nominate your Startup.

INR 4,999 + GST · Free for all stall owners · Shortlisted in 7 days

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Stall owners get one free nomination. Questions? support@ideabaaz.co.in

Why nominate at Ideabaaz Startup Fest?

National media coverage on Zee TV & Zee5

Ecosystem credibility & investor trust

Stage recognition at the Grand Finale

Startup India ecosystem visibility

Digital & social amplification

Award categories.

Startup Awards

  • Best DeepTech Startup
  • Best SaaS Startup
  • Best D2C Brand
  • Best FinTech Startup
  • Best Emerging Startup
  • Best AI Startup

Founder Awards

  • Best Woman Founder
  • Best Founder Under 19
  • Best Founder Under 20
  • Best Founder Under 25
  • Best Founder Under 30
  • Best Founder Above 30

Leadership Awards

  • Best CEO
  • Best COO
  • Best CMO
  • Best CTO

Eligibility

  • Registered Indian startup or company
  • Founders of any age or background
  • All sectors and industries
  • Early-stage to established companies
  • Solo founders and teams both eligible

What you get

  • National TV & OTT visibility
  • Stage recognition at Grand Finale
  • Award certificate & digital badge
  • Ecosystem credibility boost
  • Investor & media exposure