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Register10–12 December 2026 · Gandhinagar
From Innovation to Investment,Market Access and Global Scale
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About Startup Conclave
The flagship platform bringing together startups, investors, venture capital funds, angel investors, industry leaders, academia, policymakers and mentors.
Gujarat has built a strong, vibrant ecosystem for innovation, entrepreneurship and startups through sustained policy support, institutional backing and incubation infrastructure that connects innovators with mentors, investors, industry and markets.
The 2026 edition is the next-generation platform, with a sharper focus on investment mobilisation, Go-to-Market opportunities, corporate connect, technology commercialisation and global market access.
18,000+Total participation at Startup Conclave 2025
170+Startups showcased from 20+ States
₹232CrVenture-fund commitments for 80+ startups
84MoUs signed with venture funds and ecosystem partners
Startup Conclave 2023 facilitated ₹146.35 crore of investment for 54 startups and showcased 250+ startups.
B2B meetings
Book your B2B meetings
Register once and we'll match you with relevant startups, investors, corporates and partners.
Register for B2B- RegisterTell us who you are and who you want to meet. It takes about two minutes.
- We match youWe match you with relevant startups, investors, corporates and partners.
- Meet at the ConclaveWe'll email your B2B meeting schedule closer to the event. Meet in person at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.
- Startups
- Venture capital funds
- Angel investors & family offices
- Corporates & industry
- Incubators & accelerators
- Academia & research
- Government & policy
Programme
A Hub of Opportunity
- Startup Exhibition3 days · 100+ exhibitors
- Startup RISE
- B2B Meetings
- Go-to-Market & Industry Connect
- Plenaries & Investor Roundtables
- Awards & Recognition
10December · Day 1
Startup Conclave 2026
- Inaugural Ceremony
- Plenary Session
- Startup RISE Pitching
- Unicorn / Investors Roundtable / Startup Investment Track
- Plenary Session on Healthcare Startups
- Plenary Session on Cyber Security Startups
- Plenary Session on Space Tech Startups
- State Startup Ecosystem Showcase
11December · Day 2
Startup Conclave 2026
- Deep-Tech and Emerging Technology Sessions
- Go-to-Market Masterclass
- Startup Acceleration
- Gujarat Startup Story
- Plenary on Startup Support Ecosystem by Central Government Agencies
- Corporate Innovation Connect
- Industry–Startup Connect
- Global Market Access Session
- Access to Risk Capital Session
- Academia–Industry–Startup Connect
- B2B Meetings
- Mentorship Sessions
- Women Entrepreneurship Session
- Awards / Recognition
- Closing Session
10–12December · 3 days
Exhibition
Showcasing
- Gujarat startups
- Student startups
- SSIP-supported innovations
- National startups
- Deep-tech startups
- Women-led startups
- Social-impact startups
- Emerging technology startups
- International / partner ecosystem startups
Opportunities
- Product demonstration
- Investor interaction
- Customer discovery
- Corporate connect
- B2B meetings
- Technology partnerships
- Market access
- Media visibility
100+ startup exhibitors showcasing innovation across sectors.
RISEInvestment facilitation
Startup RISE
The platform
- Investor Pitching
- One-to-One Investor Meetings
- VC Fund Connect
- Angel Investor Connect
- Family Office Connect
Getting ready
- Investment Readiness Sessions
- Due-Diligence Readiness
- Term Sheet Awareness
- Post-pitch Investor Follow-up
In 2025, 60 startups pitched to 75 VC funds across three parallel Startup RISE sessions. The 2026 edition will scale this up.
GTMGo-to-Market track
Customers, revenue and scale
Customers & partners
- Corporate procurement opportunities
- Startup–corporate partnerships
- Pilot projects
- Product adoption
- B2B meetings
Markets
- Government market opportunities
- Distribution partnerships
- Export opportunities
- International market access
Startups are supported not only in raising capital but also in generating customers, revenue and scalable business.
Thematic tracks
Startups Will Represent
Sector not listed? Register as sector-agnostic and we'll find the right matches.
2026 focus
From Showcase to Outcomes
2026 moves beyond showcasing and networking towards measurable business, investment and market outcomes.
20,000+Total participants
100+Exhibitor startups
1,000+B2B meetings
75+Investors / VC funds
75+Startups pitching in Startup RISE
₹150+CrInvestment commitments
Indicative targets. Final targets will be set based on the approved scale and budget.
What changes in 2026
- Startup ShowcaseShowcase + Commercialisation
- Investor NetworkingStructured Investment Pipeline
- Startup PitchingInvestment Conversion
- B2B MeetingsGo-to-Market Partnerships
- MentorshipStructured Growth Support
- National VisibilityGlobal Market Access
- Event-based EngagementPost-Conclave Outcome Tracking
- Ecosystem NetworkingLong-term Strategic Partnerships
Who will be there
One Platform for the Whole Ecosystem
StartupsStudent innovatorsUnicorn foundersVenture capital fundsAngel investorsFamily officesCorporate housesIndustry leaders & chambers
Incubators & acceleratorsUniversities & research institutionsMentorsGovernment departments & agenciesInternational investorsOther State ecosystemsPolicymakersTechnology & media partners
Roadshow
On the Road to Gandhinagar
A precursor roadshow showcasing the Gujarat startup ecosystem and inviting other States to collaborate, curated by FICCI. Tentatively planned for five major startup hubs.
- 01Mumbai
- 02Delhi
- 03Hyderabad
- 04Bengaluru
- 05Chennai
- FINALEGandhinagar10–12 Dec 2026
Objectives
Why Startup Conclave 2026
To position Gujarat as a leading national and global destination for innovation, entrepreneurship, startup investment and technology-driven enterprises.
- Investment and Risk Capital
- Go-to-Market Support
- Industry–Startup Collaboration
- Global Market Access
- Student Innovation to Startup
- Deep-Tech and Emerging Technologies
- Mentorship and Capacity Building
- Women Entrepreneurship
- Tier-2 and Tier-3 Startup Ecosystem
- Ecosystem Recognition
- Startup Conclave Roadshow
What you can expect
Investment
- Increased private capital access
- More investor–startup interactions
- Investment leads and commitments
- Improved investment readiness
Market Access
- B2B opportunities
- Corporate partnerships
- Pilot projects
- New customers and market linkages
Innovation
- Visibility for emerging technologies
- Technology commercialisation
- Industry adoption of startup solutions
Globalisation
- International investor connections
- International market opportunities
- Accelerator / incubator partnerships
- Cross-border collaboration
Ecosystem
- Stronger startup–industry–academia ties
- Stronger mentorship network
- More participation from Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities
Partners
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