Every applicant travels the same clear, merit-based journey — from registration to the final Top 50.
Complete the online application form with your personal details, your chosen track, and information about your industry plan, idea or startup. Applications are free and take roughly ten minutes.
A review panel evaluates every application on clarity, intent, feasibility and readiness. This ensures each idea is understood fairly before anyone advances.
Applicants who meet the bar are shortlisted for the next round. You will be notified by email and can see your updated status live on your dashboard.
Shortlisted candidates present their idea or venture to the evaluation committee. This is your chance to bring your vision to life — held in person or online, as scheduled.
A final conversation with mentors and MPIDC officials to understand your commitment, your vision, and the specific support you would need to succeed.
Fifty finalists are selected. The Top 50 receive dedicated training, mentorship and MPIDC support to take their industry, idea or startup forward.
You receive an email each time your application moves forward — from registration to final selection.
Sign in anytime to see exactly which stage you are at, your reference number and your full history.
Selection is based purely on the strength of your application and your performance across the stages.
There is no fee at any stage of Pankh 2026 — from applying to being selected.