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Patron Organisation

The Department of Science & Technology plays a pivotal role in promotion of science & technology in the country. The department has wide ranging activities ranging from promoting high end basic research and development of cutting edge technologies on one hand to service the technological requirements of the common man through development of appropriate skills and technologies on the other.

Associate Sponsor:

Crossover Advisors delivers private equity with impact by partnering with innovative entrepreneurs and management teams along with investors. Since inception, a central component of Crossovers' charter has been to invest in and help build innovative, high-growth companies. Crossover plays an active role in the development of these companies by contributing our seasoned business experience, significant financial resources, and a network of relationships .

Intuit Inc. is an American software company that develops financial and tax preparation software and related services for small businesses, accountants and individuals. Intuit makes the popular personal finance programs Quicken and TurboTax, as well as the small business accounting program QuickBooks. In addition, they produce QuickBooks Point of Sale solution for small retailers, the market leading professional tax solutions ProSeries and Lacerte, and the Web-based corporate workgroup productivity solution QuickBase.

Platinum Sponsor:

Applied Ventures, is the venture capital fund of Applied Materials, Inc., the global leader in nanomanufacturing technology solutions for the electronics industry with a broad portfolio of innovative equipment, service, and software products. Applied Ventures invests in early-stage technology companies that promise to deliver high growth and exceptional returns. Our charter is to profitably invest in companies that provide a window on technologies that advance or complement Applied Materials' core expertise. Applied Materials creates and commercializes the nanomanufacturing technology that helps produce virtually every semiconductor chip and flat panel displays in the world. The company recently entered the market for equipment to produce solar arrays and energy efficient glass.

To catalyse entrepreneurship by providing capital and other strategic inputs for building businesses around growth opportunities and maximize returns on investment.SIDBI Venture Capital Limited (SVCL) is a wholly owned subsidiary of SIDBI, incorporated in July 1999 to act as an umbrella organisation to oversee the Venture Capital operation of SIDBI. SVCL will manage the various Venture Capital Funds launched/ being launched by SIDBI.

Gold Sponsors:



Bank of Baroda is the sixth largest bank in India. It has a network of over 2850+ branches and offices, and about 1000+ ATMs. Bank of Baroda offers a wide range of banking products and financial services to corporate and retail customers through a variety of delivery channels and through its specialised subsidiaries and affiliates in the areas of investment banking, credit cards and asset management.

The Foundation for a Sustainable Future (FSF) is committed to a sustainable future for us, our children, and generations yet to come, for all life-forms on Spaceship Earth. FSF seeks market-based approaches to achieving global sustainability. The Foundation works towards informing and involving the business, political and academic communities, to catalyze the process of integrating sustainability into the design of the economic structures and systems of tomorrow.Sustainable technology principles are the foundation of countless new entrepreneurial ventures by those interested in effecting changes in the social, political and economic paradigms needed for a sustainable future. FSF's competitions catalyze this process.

Resource Partner



Education is critical to each citizen's ability to succeed, and Intel is committed helping students, everywhere, with the skills required to succeed. As a global technology leader, Intel is committed not only to creating innovative technology, but to helping people around the world use it effectively to better their lives in order to thrive in today's technology economy.Intel believes that, students everywhere deserve to have the tools needed to become the next generation of innovators.Together with governments, ministries of education, universities and other organizations, Intel has formed public private partnerships to foster excellence in innovation, education and create opportunities for the next generation.

PricewaterhouseCoopers Pvt. Ltd. (www.pwc.com/India) provides industry - focused tax and advisory services to build public trust and enhance value for its clients and their stakeholders. PwC professionals work collaboratively using connected thinking to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.
Complementing our depth of industry expertise and breadth of skills is our sound knowledge of the local business environment in India. PricewaterhouseCoopers is committed to working with our clients to deliver the solutions that help them take on the challenges of the ever-changing business environment. PwC has offices in Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Bhubaneshwar, Chennai, Gurgaon, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi and Pune.
"PricewaterhouseCoopers", a registered trademark, refers to PricewaterhouseCoopers Private Limited (a limited company in India) or, as the context requires, other member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited, each of which is a separate and independent legal entity.

Angel Partner:

Started in November 2006, the Mumbai Angels is a unique forum where its members may interact and exchange ideas and knowledge.  The Mumbai Angels provides a unique platform to start up and very early stage companies by bringing them face to face with successful entrepreneurs, professionals and executives who are interested in and have the funds available to invest in start up companies.

Official TV Channel



NewsX, from INX News, goes beyond the ordinary and obvious and provides news of the highest integrity to India's achievers. The channel combines the depth and coverage of Indian newspaper journalism, with the quality of international television production. This is a part of the Success of New India, 21st century India is looking for NewsX.

Print Media Partner



The Indian Express, identified with fair and fiercely independent journalism, is one of the most influential newspapers in India. Since its inception in 1932, “Journalism of Courage” has been the motto and brand positioning of the paper.  Published from ten centers, The Indian Express is a mainstream newspaper, which gives a perspective on both backyard and global issues. Our commitment remains in providing our readers absolutely the best in news and views.

Consulting Partner:

Seedfund calls itself India's smallest VC fund where great companies take root, and believes that big backing and tiny fund lead to great impact. Seedfund funds true innovation from internet, mobile, media, telecom, retail sectors and all other sectors which are yet to be "sectors".

Supporting Organisations

The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) is a global not-for-profit organization focused on promoting entrepreneurship. TiE helps budding entrepreneurs by way of advice, guidance and assistance from successful & experienced entrepreneurs and professionals.

Pan IIT-PanIIT Alumni India (PIAI) is an organisation which oversees the initiatives, activities and projects taken up in India as a consequence of deliberations during the Global IIT Alumni Conferences, with support from the Alumni Associations of all IIT's in India and the IIT Alumni fraternity world over.

Young Indians (Yi) is an integral part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) India's premier business association. Formed with an objective of creating a platform for young Indians to realize the dream of a developed nation, it has 18 chapters across the country, which includes a district chapter at Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh and a Corporate Chapter at Infosys Technologies Limited, Bangalore and in all engages around 900 Young Indians in "Shaping India" through "Nation building" activities and initiatives. "To become the Voice of Young Indians Globally" being the vision of Yi, it reaches out to the global Indians wherever they are, to make them an integral part of the Indian Growth Story.

International Partner

Present in over 800 universities in over 90 countries and territories, AIESEC, the world's largest student organization, is the international platform for young people to discover and develop their potential so as to have a positive impact in society.

Logistics Partner


Regarded as India's Largest Domestic Courier Company, with 930 offices across the country and 2208 authorized collection centres, First Flight believes in speed, safety, reliability and economy . 

Education Media Partner



PaGaLGuY.com is India's most comprehensive MBA centric website having the largest discussion forum. It is a truely knowlege sharing initiative and acts as a bridge between the current B-School scholars and aspirants. Founded by Mr. Allwin Agnel in 2002 PaGaLGuy now have a strong base of 175,000+ registered users who have contributed over 950,000 articles. 

Online Media Partner



MoneyControl.com is India's leading financial information source. It is the official site for CNBC TV18, and provides news, views, and analysis on equity. This precocious child of the cyberworld has been growing at a breath taking rate ever since its formation on November 5th,1999.On June 1, 2000 it became part of the Television Eighteen India Limited group.Today, moneycontrol.com is the premier end-to-end business and finance portal for Indian citizens everywhere. 

CoolAvenues.com is the biggest MBA community portal of India with a membership of approximately 55,000 MBAs/ MBA-aspirants from all over the country and has emerged as the authoritative platform for MBA community to interact /seek information on major issues including placement, rankings, career opportunities etc. 

National Network of Education "NNE" is India's largest Online Educational Network of 50 educational Portals under the main portal www.IndiaEducation.net. NNE covers entire India with individual portals for 27 states, 7 union territories, 4 metros and 4 major cities of the country.The primary objective of the network is to provide instant access to latest information and resources on every facet of education in India.  

TenADay.in is the largest online MBA entrance preparation platform in the country. We have 42,500+ registered users and 3.5 million attempted questions. TenADay is an initiative of the Quetzal Online Pvt. Ltd., an online education company started by 4 IIM Ahmedabad alumni from the 2007 batch. 

Online Associates



Indiaedu.com is powerhouse of information on everything that relates to Education in India and abroad. It encapsulates the relevant and updated information on admission into various schools, colleges, universities and reputed institutes; a to z information on the entrance examination for a professional, vocational or academic course. The site is an educationist's delight by all means. 

Established in April 2002, headlinesindia.com attempts to cover "Current,Credible,Consistent News". Headlines India has created a niche in the media industry to be one and only News Portal, which covers India exclusively and comprehensively with courage. We try hard not to dilute our concept of journalism with a purpose; purpose to serve India and humankind. 

Supporting Partner



Headed by Mr Ajit Balakrishnan, Rediff.com is one of India's leading online news and entertainment web sites, and is a provider of a large number of innovative online based services.

 

Tata Jagriti Yatra '08 (December 24th 2008 - January 11th , 2009) is an annual train journey that will take 350 of India's highly motivated youth (with some participation of international students) between the ages of 18-25 on a eighteen day national odyssey, introducing them to unsung heroes of India. The aim is to awaken the spirit of entrepreneurship - both social and economic - within India's youth by exposing them to individuals and institutions that are developing unique solutions to India's challenges.