What is Sharkathon?
Shark-A-Thon is a high-stakes startup pitch competition where bold thinkers present their ideas to a panel of industry experts and investors. Inspired by the spirit of Dream Big, this stage is where imagination meets opportunity.
Pitch your vision, challenge the sharks, and prove your idea deserves to become the next big success. Because every groundbreaking venture begins the same way: "with someone daring to dream bigger".
Why Participate?
Mentorship
Get one-on-one guidance from seasoned entrepreneurs and industry experts.
Funding Opportunities
Stand a chance to secure exclusive seed funding from top VC firms.
Networking
Connect with like-minded innovators, potential co-founders, and investors.
Validation
Test your ideas in front of a real audience and get instant market feedback.
Event Format
Elimination Round
20 teams shortlisted through online registrations will be invited to present an overview of their idea/project through presentations to the panel. The time limit for the first pitch will be 5 minutes maximum.
Final Round
Out of the 20 teams, 5 teams will be selected for the final round. Teams will pitch in detail in a 10-minute timeframe, where judges will ask detailed questions based on point schema.
Requirement
Prepare a presentation for overview of the project/idea in the elimination round. Prepare an assessment/report of the project/idea.
Investment & Awards
Top 3 ideas will receive cash prize, vouchers, and guaranteed 1 month technical internship opportunity.
Prize Pool
Massive rewards await the most innovative startup concepts.
Runner Up
Cash + 12k worth vouchers
+ Technical Internship
+ Goodies
Grand Winners
Cash + 15k worth vouchers
+ Technical Internship
+ Goodies
2nd Runner Up
Cash + 8k worth vouchers
+ Technical Internship
+ Goodies
Meet the Panel
Pitch to industry leaders who can turn your vision into reality.
Special thanks to Sumeet Parmar!
Devang Raja
Founder
Venture Wolf
Sriram Sastrigal
Director
Magnivia Ventures
Nikhil Parmar
Founder
Impactful Pitch
Timeline
1st March 2026
Applications Open
Start forming teams and submit your initial startup ideas.
21st March 2026
Registration Closes
Final deadline to submit your applications and pitch decks.
24th March 2026 Morning
Shortlist Announcement
Top ideas are selected to pitch in person at the RGIT campus.
25th March 2026
Sharkathon Event
Pitch your ideas and compete for the final prize.
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SN FYIRegistration Closed
The tank is now closed for new entries.
Shortlist will be announced on 24th March Morning.
You will receive all further updates via email.