Microsoft BizSpark Start-up Challenge 2013 for technology enthusiasts

Delhi (NCR): Aiming to discover and support the next wave of promising start-ups in India, Microsoft’s BizSpark India Start-up Challenge, has invited applications from technology enthusiasts across the country.  The last day for submission of business plan is on May 5.

In its third year now, the competition has already received 690 registrations this year which shows a very healthy intent to innovate and create high quality product start-ups. 

For the first time, the competition is being organized across 10 cities, including Mumbai, Kolkata, Cochin, Delhi, Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Pune, Coimbatore, Chennai, and Bangalore. The search is on for fresh ideas and vibrant leaders who can help shape the future of Cloud computing and Mobility. The event aims to help start-ups succeed by giving them access to software development tools, connecting them with key industry players, and providing marketing visibility. 

10 finalists from each region will be short listed on the basis of their ingenuity, creativity and innovation and they will get a chance to present their business plan to a distinguished jury at the Regional Finals in 10 different cities. Each regional winner gets the privilege to pitch at national finals in Bangalore on 4th June, 2013 to compete for the National Top 3 positions.

“The BizSpark India Start-up Challenge aims to nourish and support the entrepreneurial ecosystem in India by providing software startups with access to world class technology during their inception, and giving them a better chance of success and in turn creating jobs, wealth and innovation”, said K Rajinish Menon, Director – ISV & Cloud Strategy, Microsoft Corporation India (Pvt) Ltd.

“It’s inspiring to see the thriving startup community in India especially those of tier ii and tier III cities of India, and Microsoft is committed to providing these startup entrepreneurs with a holistic approach to their initiatives”, he added.

The teams are contesting for a grant prize of $70K in cash and $2 Million worth of non-cash prizes such as Windows Phones, liaisons with venture capitalists, an exclusive connect with Microsoft account management teams to evangelize the solution, relevant training, as well as a BizSpark Plus membership. 

Microsoft BizSpark India Startup Challenge 2013 is about finding innovative business ideas that can significantly impact their markets. The search is for fresh ideas and vibrant leaders who can help shape the future of Cloud computing and Mobility.