IDEAx NORTH EAST DESIGN & ENTREPRENEURSHIP CHALLENGE 2026
INNOVATING FOR NORTH EAST INDIA // SCALING FOR THE WORLD
IDEAx North East Design Entrepreneurship Challenge 2026 is led by IIT and IIM alumni (including Department of Design, IIT Guwahati alumni), entrepreneurs, innovators, and Trijos Foundation to strengthen the ecosystem of design, innovation, entrepreneurship, and future leadership in North East India.
NORTH EAST INNOVATION HUB
Empower young innovators, showcase breakthrough ideas, enable partnerships, and connect North East India with national & global innovation ecosystems.
// 10 TARGET INNOVATION SECTORS
Healthcare
Agriculture
Education
Tourism
Sustainability
Climate Resilience
Digital Transformation
Manufacturing
Creative Industries
Public Services
STAGES & GRANT AWARDS
Join researchers, students, startups, and pioneers translating visionary ideas into enterprise realities.
Expert Panel Review
Evaluated by distinguished faculty members, design & innovation experts, industry professionals, and entrepreneurship ecosystem leaders based on innovation, impact, feasibility, design approach, and scalability.
Grand Finale at IIT Guwahati
The Top 15 shortlisted teams will present their innovations during INDIS 2026 at IIT Guwahati before an eminent jury constituted by Shri Diplu Ranjan Sarmah, Hon’ble MLA. All finalists receive certificates from Dept of Design, IIT Guwahati.
🏆 OFFICIAL AWARDS & PRIZES
Opportunity to present at Udgam – IIT Guwahati Entrepreneurship Summit + Finalist Certificate from Dept of Design, IIT Guwahati.
Finalist Certificate from Dept of Design, IIT Guwahati + Incubation & Mentorship support.
Finalist Certificate from Dept of Design, IIT Guwahati + Incubator & Investor access.
BEYOND A COMPETITION
Connecting People + Ideas + Institutions + Resources across North East India and global networks.
Design, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Conclave
Keynote sessions, panel discussions, fireside conversations, and interactive debates with participation from IITs, IIMs, IAS, IPS, CEOs, founders, and investors.
Career & Higher Education Expo
A dedicated platform connecting students with Universities, Management Institutes, Design Schools, Incubation Centres, and Industry partners for counselling and partnerships.
Organising Committee & Support
Direct engagement with the IDEAx Organising Team, Department of Design IIT Guwahati faculty, innovators, and summit coordinators.