Startup Meetup Bangalore 2026: Where Big Ideas Meet Big Capital

The Entrepreneurship Cell of IIT Madras is bringing together the nation’s top entrepreneurial talent for one of the year’s most anticipated startup events: Startup Meetup Bangalore 2026. This focused, high-impact gathering promises a morning of insight, connection, and opportunity for the startup ecosystem.

Organizers at the Forefront of Innovation

The event is led by the Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) of IIT Madras, a student-driven initiative that has established itself as a leading force in nurturing early-stage startups. Over the years, E-Cell has become synonymous with meaningful engagement and grassroots innovation, helping bridge the gap between ambitious entrepreneurs and the support systems they need to thrive.

Through platforms like the Startup Meetup series, the organization continues to provide a powerful springboard for emerging ventures, offering unmatched access to investors, incubators, and mentors. The Bangalore edition is another bold step in this mission.

More Than Just a Networking Event

Startup Meetup Bangalore 2026 is not a trade show or a pitch competition. It is a curated experience that emphasizes authentic connection, strategic learning, and actionable opportunity. With Bengaluru’s reputation as India’s innovation capital, the city serves as a fitting stage for an event that promises substance, structure, and synergy.

Event Highlights

• 100+ curated startups showcasing innovative solutions
• 20+ prominent investors looking to identify and support high-impact ventures
• 10+ leading incubators and accelerators fostering the next generation of founders
• Fireside chats with key ecosystem figures and business leaders
• Reverse Pitch: a rare opportunity for investors to introduce their fund theses to entrepreneurs
• Open networking over high tea, facilitating direct conversations and potential partnerships

This is where founders meet the funders, and innovation meets investment.

Who Should Attend

Startup Meetup Bangalore 2026 is crafted for professionals and organizations that are actively shaping the future of entrepreneurship in India.

This event is ideal for:

• Startup founders preparing to raise capital or expand their networks
• Investors and venture capitalists scouting emerging market disruptors
• Incubators, accelerators, and ecosystem enablers supporting startup growth
• Corporate innovators and startup mentors seeking strategic partnerships

Registration Details

If you’re invested in the future of Indian entrepreneurship, this is your moment to connect with the leaders shaping it.

• Event Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
• Venue: BHIVE Workspace, AKR Tech Park “A” and “B” Block, 7th Mile Hosur Road, Krishna Reddy Industrial Area, Bengaluru – 560068

Click here for registration. Seats are limited, and the conversations promise to be limitless!