Decoded × AJ Ventures
The Student Startup Challenge
Decoded and AJ Ventures are hosting a startup challenge for students. Bring an idea or a venture you have already started, and pitch it across multiple rounds.
Multiple pitching rounds
Teams pitch across several rounds, sharpening the idea at each stage before the final.
A prize pool that grows
Entry is around ₹300 per participant, and the prize money grows with the number of entries.
Ideas and existing startups
Early-stage ideas and startups already up and running can both compete. Judging accounts for how developed each venture is.
Win a spot on Decoded
The first-place winner will be hosted on the Decoded podcast.
Coming soon
More details coming soon.
Dates, rounds, judging, and registration will be announced here. Questions in the meantime? Email akshat@