The 20th edition of E-Summit’ 25, hosted by the Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) at IIT Bombay, has successfully concluded, marking yet another milestone in the journey of Asia’s largest non-profit, student-run entrepreneurship-promoting body. The summit attracted over 50,000 attendees and brought together innovators, industry leaders, and aspiring entrepreneurs for two days of dynamic events, enriching conversations, and unparalleled networking opportunities.

A highlight of this year’s summit was the presence of one of IITB’s most Distinguished Alumni, Mr. Nandan Nilekani, the co-founder of Infosys, who returned to his roots to deliver a keynote address. As one of the masterminds behind Aadhaar Card, India’s groundbreaking national ID system, Mr. Nilekani shared his journey of entrepreneurial success, the lessons learned from transforming India’s digital landscape, and his vision for the future. His presence was a powerful reminder of the impact IIT Bombay alumni have had on the world, further solidifying the summit’s significance as a launchpad for tomorrow’s innovators.

Another key speaker was Mr Sonam Wangchuk, the real-life Rancho depicted in the superhit film Three Idiots.

The event featured over 120+ speaker sessions and attracted thought leaders who have made indelible marks on the business landscape.

In addition to these inspiring speakers, the summit also featured a wide range of activities designed to foster entrepreneurial growth and knowledge exchange. These included:

    –  The Ten Minute Million (TTMM) was India’s first-of-its-kind on-the-spot funding platform and saw startup founders pitching their ideas to a panel of 16 investors in front of over 3,500 spectators, with the chance to win up to Rs. 3.5 million. This high-energy event set the stage for some of India’s most promising startups to secure their future funding.

    –  The Startup Expo offered a platform for over 100 startups to showcase their innovations to an audience of over 50,000 attendees, providing valuable exposure and networking opportunities.

    –  Seed Stars provided startups with opportunities for funding, mentorship, and networking, helping entrepreneurs take their ventures to the next level.

    –  I-Hack, the summit’s tech competition, challenged participants with tracks on data science and development, offering over Rs. 6 lakhs in prize money while encouraging technical innovation among the brightest minds in India.

    –  Entre-MUN, a global leadership forum, provided a space for participants to debate international issues and develop crucial diplomatic skills, contributing to the development of tomorrow’s global leaders.

Practical skill-building workshops on Android Development, Ethical Hacking, Marketing Analytics, and Data Science allowed attendees to learn directly from experts in the field.

Mentorship was at the core of this year’s summit. Industry veterans and alumni speakers including Mr. Bharat Desai (DSSE), Mr. Nitin Saluja (Chaayos), and Mr. Ankush Grover (Rebel Foods) guided budding entrepreneurs through intimate mentoring sessions, providing invaluable insights and personal advice. These sessions spotlighted the incredible depth of experience shared at E-Summit’25.

Not limited to startup founders, E-Summit’25 also engaged students and professionals in competitions like Bid-n-Build, Pursuit of Eminence, Ace the Case, and others, allowing them to test their business skills and compete for prize money up to Rs. 1 lakh. The Internship and Job Fair also connected attendees with opportunities for professional growth in leading startups and corporations.

E-Summit’25 was presented by Westbridge Capital and E-Gaming Federation, with Campa Cola as a proud sponsor and partners like AWS (Cloud Partner), Krafton India (Gaming Partner), Zeropearl (Platinum Partner), Indiq AI (Gold Partner), Somany Impresa (Case Study Partner), and Singapore Management University (Catalyst Partner) supporting the event.

Through a packed schedule of speaker sessions, workshops, competitions, and exhibitions, E-Summit’25 reaffirmed its place as Asia’s largest and most influential student-run entrepreneurship summit. As IIT Bombay continues to nurture and empower the next generation of entrepreneurs, the legacy of E-Summit promises to inspire and equip countless changemakers for years to come.

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