About E-Cell, IIT Bombay
The Entrepreneurship Cell of IIT Bombay is Asia’s largest non-profit student-run organization, having received patronages from UNESCO, Make in India, Startup India, and Digital India. It aims at manifesting the latent entrepreneurial spirit among the youth of this country and serves as a dynamic platform that encourages entrepreneurship across India through its year-long initiatives.
About NEC
Launched with the vision of creating a robust entrepreneurial ecosystem at the grassroots level, NEC provides a structured pathway for colleges to establish and nurture student-run E-Cells. Through carefully curated challenges, mentorship, and exposure opportunities, NEC transforms college students into entrepreneurial leaders of tomorrow.
Impact So Far
- 2,500+ Colleges Reached
From Tier 1 cities to remote institutions, NEC has engaged colleges from across all corners of India. - 450+ Active E-Cells Established
NEC has directly helped in forming over 450 fully functioning Entrepreneurship Cells on college campuses. - Spread Across 1,000+ Cities
The challenge has made its mark in over 1,000 cities, from major urban centers to remote towns – truly democratizing entrepreneurial access.
Why NEC Matters?
Entrepreneurship in India is no longer confined to metro cities or elite institutions. NEC plays a key role in democratizing access to entrepreneurial knowledge and support, ensuring that every student with an idea has a platform to grow.
How NEC Works?
- Year-Long Challenge-Based Format
Teams from participating colleges complete tasks across domains such as team-building, event execution, startup interaction, social media impact, and ideation. - Leaderboards & Incentives
A gamified system encourages progress, with top-performing teams earning national recognition, cash prizes, grants, and startup exposure.
What’s at Stake?
- National-level recognition for the top colleges.
- Potential grants, incubation support, and mentorship opportunities.
- Access to IIT Bombay’s extended startup ecosystem.
- Networking with founders, investors, and policy leaders.
What’s in it for College Students?
Participating in the National Entrepreneurship Challenge unlocks a host of opportunities for students looking to step into the entrepreneurial world:
- Win Cash Prizes Worth ₹7 Lakhs
- Get Your E-Cell Officially Documented
- Top Teams Receive Exclusive Incentives
- Boost your Resume
- Attend E-Summit at IIT Bombay
Ready to Build Your E-Cell and Lead the Change?
Register now with your team at ecell.in/nec
Take the first step toward launching your campus startup ecosystem!