IIT Kanpur Alumni Delhi Chapter and DST Join Hands for Startup Master Class 2024
IIT Kanpur Alumni Association, Delhi Chapter, in collaboration with DST, is hosting Startup Master Class 2024 to empower entrepreneurs and showcase innovative ideas nationwide.
Startup Master Class 2024
The IIT Kanpur Alumni Association, Delhi Chapter, in partnership with the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, is set to host Startup Master Class (SMC) 2024 on November 23, 2024. This one-day event aims to inspire and empower entrepreneurs nationwide while spotlighting their groundbreaking innovations. Supported by IBM, the Indian National Science Academy (INSA), TiE, the Indian Angel Network (IAN), and other leading organizations, SMC 2024 will serve as a dynamic platform to foster innovation and drive the creation of world-class deep-tech products from India.
The conference is tailored to engage a diverse audience, including startup founders, investors, venture capitalists, policymakers, and academicians. Startups will benefit from direct access to mentorship, funding opportunities, and collaborations with leaders from academia, government, and industry. Investors will connect with high-potential startups specializing in deep-tech fields like artificial intelligence, quantum technologies, and cyber-physical systems key pillars of India’s future tech roadmap.
Startup Master Class 2024
SMC 2024 will offer impactful sessions, interactive workshops, and extensive networking opportunities to fuel entrepreneurial growth. Highlights include a Demo Day, where select founders will pitch their innovations to leading investors, and personalized mentorship sessions providing strategic insights to refine entrepreneurial approaches. With over 500 startup delegates expected, the event promises to be a vibrant hub of ideas and collaboration.
This year’s edition continues its legacy by aligning with four of India’s pivotal National Missions: the National Quantum Mission, the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems (NM-ICPS), the Waste to Wealth Mission, and the National Geospatial Programme. These initiatives aim to advance quantum research, robotics, AI, sustainability, and geospatial technologies, reinforcing India’s position as a global leader in these transformative domains.
Since its inception in 2015, SMC has established itself as a cornerstone of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, hosting over 20 successful conferences across 10 cities in India. The platform has engaged more than 10,000 entrepreneurs and featured over 1,000 prominent speakers.
Q: What makes IITs different than other top Engineering institutes in India?
Indian Institute of Technology or IITs are world renowned Engineering institutes network. The competitive selection procedure has built its reputation in the field. As it helps the institute in filtering out the best of students. Admission to IITs is through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). As per past years' statistics, only 1% or 2% of the total applicants get a seat in an IIT.
Moreover, IITs also enjoy good partnerships/collaborations with industry partners. These connections allow students to get opportunity to work on collaborative research projects, internships, and job placements for students. With this type of industry exposure, students get a chance to enhance their practical skills.
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Q: Which institute is better for BSc, IIT Kanpur or IIT Kharagpur?
The BSc programme offered at IIT Kanpur is compared with the BSc programme offered at IIT Kharagpur. IIT Kanpur BSc fees is INR 8 Lacs for all the specialisations while the fees charged by IIT Kharagpur for its BSc programme ranges between INR 8 Lacs and INR 10 Lacs depending upon the specialisation.
IIT Kanpur BSc median package is INR 15 LPA while the median package offered to the students at IIT Kharagpur ranges from INR 15.5 LPA - INR 18.75 LPA.
Q: Which college is better for BSc, IIT Kanpur or IIT Bombay?
The BSc programme offered at IIT Kanpur is compared to the BSc programme offered at IIT Bombay. The total tuition fees charged by both the institutes is INR 8 Lacs for all the specialisations. IIT Kanpur BSc median package is INR 15 LPA while the median package offered to the students at IIT Bombay is INR 35 LPA.
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