Bootstrap Battle 2.0, an international-level startup pitching competition, was organized by the Case Competition Committee, MBA (Finance), AJNIFM on 24 September 2026.
Winners & Prize Distribution
Position | Team / Startup | Idea / Brand | Institution | Winner | Prize |
1st Prize | Krishi Era | The One | The National Institute of Engineering Management | Ashish S | ₹35,000 |
2nd Prize | ReLoop | Vantage | Development Institute, Gurgaon | Silla Puja | ₹25,000 |
3rd Prize | A&S Biochar | A&S Biochar | Institute of Business Management, Jadavpur University | Aparajoy Chandi Bose | ₹15,000 |
Impact of the Event
The competition provided participants with a practical platform to develop and present innovative startup ideas, apply analytical and problem-solving skills, enhance communication and pitching abilities, and interact with experienced industry professionals and jury members. The multi-stage selection process also promoted teamwork, leadership, entrepreneurial thinking and the ability to respond to professional evaluation under time constraints.
The Case Competition Committee facilitated the connection between the jury member and the participating team, thereby creating a potential pathway from competition participation to investor engagement.
The competition provided a platform for experiential management learning, entrepreneurship, innovation and industry engagement. The scale of participation, diversity of institutions, international participation and post-event industry connect provide a strong foundation for developing Bootstrap Battle as an annual flagship competition of AJNIFM, with scope for enhanced national and international outreach, greater investor/industry participation, mentorship and structured linkages with incubators and the startup ecosystem.
