EUREKA! 2026 – Pitching Competition
Event Date: 22 August 2026
Venue: Auditorium, Maharishi University of Information Technology, Lucknow Campus
Organised by: MUIT Incubation & Innovation Foundation, Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), Maharishi University.
Introduction
The Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), Maharishi University of Information Technology (MUIT), successfully organised EUREKA! 2026 – Pitching Competition on 22 August 2026 at the University Auditorium, Lucknow Campus. The event aimed to promote entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and startup culture among students by providing a platform to present business ideas and receive expert feedback.
EUREKA!, the flagship startup competition of E-Cell, IIT Bombay, offers aspiring entrepreneurs an opportunity to showcase their ideas and gain exposure to the startup ecosystem, with potential progression towards the Eureka! 2026 Zonal Round.
Participation
External participants represented institutions including:
- Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University (KMCLU)
- Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU)
- University of Lucknow
- School of Management Sciences (SMS), Lucknow
The participation reflected strong interest in entrepreneurship and innovation among students from different academic backgrounds.
Jury and Evaluation
The participating teams presented their business ideas and innovative solutions before the jury. The ideas were evaluated on the basis of:
- Innovation and originality
- Business feasibility
- Potential impact
- Scalability and market opportunities
- Pitch quality and presentation
The jury shared valuable feedback and guidance to help participants strengthen their ideas and understand practical aspects of entrepreneurship.
Awards and Recognition
The competition recognised the top three teams for their innovative ideas, problem-solving approaches, and entrepreneurial potential.
The winning teams were appreciated for their creativity, presentation, and potential to develop their ideas into viable ventures.
Key Outcomes
- Encouraged students to explore entrepreneurship as a career opportunity.
- Provided a platform to present innovative business ideas.
- Promoted interaction between student innovators and an industry expert.
- Helped participants understand business feasibility, scalability, and market potential.
- Strengthened the university's innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Acknowledgements
The Entrepreneurship Cell, MUIT, expresses its sincere gratitude to Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Bhanu Pratap Singh for his continued encouragement and support in promoting innovation and entrepreneurship at the university.
Special thanks are extended to Dr. Girish Chhimwal, Registrar; Dr. Neeraj Jain, Dean Academics; Dr. Rajesh Singh, Deputy Registrar; and Dr. Trapty Agarwal, Senior Executive, for their valuable guidance and encouragement.
E-Cell also extends its sincere appreciation to Mr. Mohd. Anas Ansari, the jury member, for his time, expert evaluation, and constructive feedback.
We thank all participating institutions, student teams, faculty members, volunteers, and the organising team for contributing to the successful conduct of the competition.
Conclusion
EUREKA! 2026 served as an engaging platform for students to demonstrate their creativity, entrepreneurial mindset, and innovative potential. The competition strengthened the spirit of innovation at MUIT and encouraged aspiring entrepreneurs to take their ideas forward towards practical implementation and startup creation.
