Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026
Event Date: 17-18 March, 2026
Event brief description
Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026, organized by Galgotias University on 17–18 March 2026, was a flagship startup event driven by the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia. The two-day event brought together leading investors, industry experts, and innovators to create a platform for startups to pitch their ideas and gain valuable insights. Key sessions focused on the startup ecosystem, funding opportunities, MSME support, and the role of AI in entrepreneurship. With participation from 220+ teams across India, the event highlighted Galgotias University’s strong commitment to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship.
Event Detailed Description
Galgotias University Hosts “Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026” to Empower Startups and Innovators
Driven by the visionary leadership of Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Galgotias University successfully organized the two-day Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026 on 17–18 March 2026, creating a dynamic platform for budding entrepreneurs to present innovative ideas and connect with investors and industry leaders. The event stands as a testament to the continued commitment of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia toward nurturing a vibrant startup ecosystem and empowering young innovators to transform ideas into impactful ventures.
Day 1 of the event commenced with the arrival of distinguished guests including Mr. Amit Singal – Partner, Indicorn Angels, Mr. Tushar Vadera – Founder, SetMyCart, and Mr. Ravindra Yadav – CEO, ACIC GIET University Foundation. The guests were warmly welcomed and felicitated by the dignitaries of Galgotias University.
During his address, Mr. Tushar Vadera emphasized that startups today form the backbone of the Indian economy. He highlighted how entrepreneurship is rapidly transforming industries, generating employment opportunities, and contributing significantly to economic growth. Encouraging young innovators, he stressed that institutions like Galgotias University play a critical role in shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Mr. Ravindra Yadav, CEO of ACIC GIET University Foundation, spoke about the rapidly evolving startup ecosystem in India. He highlighted the importance of incubation centers, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities that enable startups to scale their ideas into successful enterprises. He also appreciated the efforts of Galgotias University in building a supportive ecosystem for innovators and entrepreneurs.
Mr. Amit Singal, Partner at Indicorn Angels, praised the remarkable growth of the startup culture at Galgotias University. He noted that initiatives like Galgotias Investo Pitch are instrumental in connecting startups with investors and mentors, enabling them to refine their ideas and accelerate their growth journey.
All the dignitaries expressed admiration for the world-class infrastructure and facilities developed under the leadership of Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, which aim to equip students with the resources and opportunities needed to become future-ready innovators.
The day concluded with startup pitch sessions, where promising startups presented their innovative solutions before the distinguished guests and industry experts.
Day 2 began with an insightful session on “Funding Opportunities under Government Schemes” by Mr. Ravindra Yadav, who elaborated on various government initiatives that support startups through funding, incubation support, and policy incentives. He encouraged entrepreneurs to leverage these schemes to accelerate their ventures.
The event was further honored by the arrival of Chief Guest Dr. R.K. Bharti, IEDS, Director, MSME-DFO, Okhla, New Delhi, and Guest of Honour Mr. Sunil Kumar, IEDS, Deputy Director, MSME-DFO, Okhla, New Delhi.
In his welcome address, Dr. K. Mallikharjuna Babu, Vice Chancellor, Galgotias University, highlighted that Galgotias Investo Pitch serves as a powerful platform for startups to showcase their innovations, connect with mentors and investors, and transform ideas into scalable ventures. He reiterated the university’s commitment to fostering innovation-driven entrepreneurship.
The distinguished guests were felicitated by Dr. K. Mallikharjuna Babu, Prof. (Dr.) Avadhesh Kumar, Pro-Vice Chancellor, and Prof. (Dr.) Renu Luthra, Senior Advisor to Chancellor.
In his address, Chief Guest Dr. R.K. Bharti appreciated Dr. Dhruv Galgotia’s vision of embedding startup culture within the academic ecosystem, emphasizing that the university’s advanced infrastructure and incubation support provide a strong foundation for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Mr. Sunil Kumar, Guest of Honour, spoke about the various benefits available for startups under MSME schemes, including financial assistance, technology support, credit facilitation, market access programs, and capacity-building initiatives that help early-stage startups grow sustainably.
Adding further insights, Mr. Madhu Vadlamani, AI Practice Leader at Enterprise Minds Inc., spoke about the growing scope of Artificial Intelligence in startups. He emphasized how AI can help startups enhance efficiency, build scalable solutions, and solve complex problems. He also praised Dr. Dhruv Galgotia’s visionary initiative of establishing the AI and Data Science Block, which opens new opportunities for innovation and startup development.
To strengthen the Startup Ecosystem. Galgotias University has came with the commitment towards making investment in strengthening the young entrepreneurs, for which Galgotias University has made investments of Rs. 18,50,000.00 as Grant in 12 startups, who are at the stage of Ideation to Proof of Concept, and Proof of Concept to Prototype. Galgotias University also committed that this token amount is a starting point. Once a startup reaches a good stage, we would be happy to make further investments in the promising startups.
The highlight of the event was the announcement of the winning startups, who received grant support to further develop their innovations. The winners included SMARTFEED+ (₹2 Lakhs), URVAH Dynamics Pvt. Ltd. (₹1.5 Lakhs), Gas O Detech (₹2 Lakhs), Amigos Renewable Energy LLP (₹2.5 Lakhs), ECO-SIP (₹1.25 Lakhs), Load Cell Based Smart IV Fluid Monitoring System (₹1.25 Lakhs), Wilexir Techno LLP (₹1.5 Lakhs), Electric VE (₹1.5 Lakhs), Desk N Wood Techno Solutions (₹1.5 Lakhs), Mumma.AI (₹1 Lakh), Novatrail LLP (₹1.5 Lakhs), and AgriRover (₹1 Lakh).
The event concluded with a Vote of Thanks by Prof. (Dr.) Renu Luthra, Senior Advisor to Chancellor, who highlighted Galgotias Investo Pitch as a flagship initiative dedicated to empowering startups and innovators across the country.
The successful completion of Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026 once again reinforced Galgotias University’s commitment to building a strong innovation and startup ecosystem, aligned with the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia.
Department Name –GICRISE
Event Outcome
Galgotias Investo Pitch 2026 successfully empowered emerging startups by providing them with funding opportunities, mentorship, and industry exposure. A total of 12 promising startups were awarded grants to accelerate their growth and scale their innovations. The event strengthened collaboration between academia, industry, and government bodies, enabling startups to access MSME benefits, incubation support, and investor networks. It also enhanced awareness about AI-driven solutions and government schemes among participants. The initiative further reinforced Galgotias University’s position as a leading hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, inspiring young minds to pursue startup ventures and contribute to India’s growing startup ecosystem.