Transforming dreamers into industry leaders — the wings to fly.
A clear purpose behind the initiative — and a concrete promise of what it delivers every year.
To transform the Ujjain region into a leading hub of young industrial innovation by eliminating knowledge, skill and network barriers for aspiring first-generation entrepreneurs.
To identify, train and mentor 50 high-potential youth across the Ujjain region every year — bridging the gap between raw potential and industrial capability through hands-on technical training, direct access to industrial ecosystems and personalised mentorship from top industry leaders.
Whether you want to set up an industry, have an idea waiting to be built, or already run a startup that needs to scale — Pankh 2026 has a track for you.
You want to establish a manufacturing or industrial unit in the Ujjain region and need the right guidance, approvals know-how and support to begin.
You have a startup idea waiting to be built, or already run a startup. Pankh helps you validate, shape, launch and scale it.
You are looking for structured mentorship, expert guidance and MPIDC support to move your venture or plan to its next stage.
Success takes six things. You already carry intent, will and interest — Pankh 2026 boosts your knowledge, skill and networking.
The genuine desire to build something of your own.
You bring thisThe determination to keep going when it gets hard.
You bring thisA real, sustained interest in your field and your goal.
You bring thisUnderstanding of industry, processes and the business you want to build.
Pankh boosts thisHands-on, practical capability sharpened through training.
Pankh boosts thisConnections into industry, mentors and markets.
Pankh boosts thisA transparent, merit-based selection — evaluated by an expert committee on your interest, age, education, background and financial capacity.
Fill a simple online application with your details, your track and your venture or idea — about ten minutes.
Open to all · FreeOur panel reviews every application on clarity of idea, intent, feasibility and readiness.
Panel reviewCandidates who meet the bar are shortlisted and invited to present — you are notified by email and dashboard.
Invitation sentShortlisted candidates pitch their idea or venture to the evaluation committee — in person or online.
Pitch roundA final conversation with mentors and MPIDC officials to assess vision, commitment and support needed.
Final roundFifty finalists receive dedicated training, mentorship and MPIDC support for their idea or startup.
Training beginsHow genuinely interested, motivated and committed you are — the intent and will Pankh backs.
Applicants should be between 21 and 45 years of age at the time of applying.
Your qualifications and learning that support your entrepreneurial plan.
An understanding of your context, support system and circumstances.
Your ability to contribute to and sustain the venture you intend to build.
More than a certificate — real training, mentorship, industry linkage and MPIDC support.
Structured, practical training across business fundamentals, operations, finance and go-to-market.
A focused journey of learning, mentorship and hands-on guidance — from planning to launch-ready.
Direct connections into established industries for partnerships, supply, markets and growth.
Guidance from Chartered Accountants, marketing experts, industrialists and government administration.
Access to the schemes, resources and facilitation MPIDC offers for industry and startup growth.
Clarity on the registrations, approvals and processes needed to set up and run your venture.
A clear, personalised roadmap to move your industry, idea or startup to its next milestone.
Applying is free and takes only a few minutes. Register today and track your journey through every stage on your own dashboard.
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