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BU Startup Competition 2026

 

Ready to Build Big?

YOUNG CEOs & ENTREPRENEURS SUMMIT, AWARDS & EXPO 2026

Showcase your startup venture, pitch your idea to a distinguished panel, gain valuable exposure, and compete for PKR 1 Million in total prize pool. Bring your idea, prototype, or MVP to the Bahria University Startup Competition 2026.

 

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Early Registration Deadline: September 18, 2026

Regular Registration Deadline: September 28, 2026

🚀 Bring Your Startup to Life

Bahria University, Islamabad invites aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, students, and startup teams to participate in the Bahria University Startup Competition 2026. This is your opportunity to showcase your startup venture, pitch it to a distinguished panel, gain valuable exposure, and compete for substantial prize money.

⭐ Special Preference: Startups having a Prototype/MVP with an AI focus will be preferred.
COMPETE • PITCH • WIN

🏆 Prize Money

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WINNER
PKR 300,000
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2ND PLACE
PKR 250,000
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3RD PLACE
PKR 200,000
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4TH PLACE
PKR 150,000
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5TH PLACE
PKR 100,000
Total Prize Pool: PKR 1,000,000
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Incubation Opportunity

Selected startups at Idea Stage may also be offered a place at the Bahria Innovation Center for incubation services.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

📅 Important Dates

DEADLINE
SEP 18
2026
Early Bird Registration
Registration Fee: PKR 1,000 per team
FINAL DEADLINE
SEP 28
2026
Regular Registration
Registration Fee: PKR 2,000 per team
PITCH ROUND
OCT 06
2026
Initial Shortlisting / Pitch Round
Hybrid Mode — On-campus / Online
Online participation available for participants outside Islamabad/Rawalpindi.
GRAND FINALE
OCT 13
2026
Final Competition
📍 Bahria University, E-8 Campus, Islamabad

Procedure for Payment of Registration Fee

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Payment Methods

Participants are required to deposit the prescribed registration fee in advance for participation in the competition. Payment may be made through either of the following methods:

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Cash Deposit

Deposit the applicable registration fee in cash at any Bank Alfalah Islamic branch.

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Online Bank Transfer

Transfer the applicable registration fee electronically using the bank account details provided above.

Submission of Payment Proof

After making the payment, participants must submit proof of payment for verification and record purposes.

đŸ’ĩ CASH DEPOSIT
Share a clear scanned copy or photo of the cash deposit slip .
📱 ONLINE TRANSFER
Share a screenshot of the transaction/payment details clearly showing the transaction amount and transaction/reference number .
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📤 Upload Payment Proof in Registration Form
Participants must upload a clear copy or screenshot of their payment proof in the registration form along with their registration details.
 
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âœ‰ī¸ Email Your Payment Proof
Payment proof should also be emailed at the earliest for verification and confirmation of registration.
acctbic.buic@bahria.edu.pk
âš ī¸ Keep Your Payment Record

Participants are advised to retain the original cash deposit slip or online transaction record for their own reference until the registration and payment verification process has been completed.

Bank Account Details
Bank Name Bank Alfalah Islamic
Account Title BAHRIA UNI ISLB CAMP-BAH INNO CENAC
Account Number / IBAN 5627-5001263016
Branch / Other Details (5627) IBG F-8 Markaz Branch, Islamabad

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Complete Registration

Registration is considered complete only after submission of the registration form along with proof of payment.

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Selection

Submission of the registration form does not guarantee selection for the shortlisting or final competition.

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Schedule Changes

Bahria University reserves the right to modify the competition schedule, venue, format, or other arrangements if required.

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