Tathagat Innovest 2026 is a flagship innovation and startup ecosystem event being hosted by AIC-BIMTECH on 12 March 2026 at the BIMTECH Campus in Greater Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar. The event is organized under the GENESIS Enabling Agency initiative and celebrates the journey of GENESIS-supported startups and entrepreneurs emerging from small towns and regional ecosystems.

A key highlight of the event is the India Edition regional round of the Startup World Cup, a globally recognized startup pitching competition. Selected startups will pitch before a distinguished jury comprising investors, industry leaders, and ecosystem enablers. The winning startup will represent the region at the Global Grand Finale in San Francisco in November 2026, competing for a USD 1 million investment prize.

The event will bring together founders, investors, incubators, corporates, academia, and government representatives to foster collaboration and strengthen the regional innovation ecosystem. The program will include startup pitching sessions, investor and ecosystem interactions, and discussions focused on enabling innovation and entrepreneurship in emerging regions.

Tathagat Innovest is inspired by the vision of Gautam Buddha and aims to promote inclusive innovation, meaningful collaboration and sustainable entrepreneurial growth.

Venue: Greater Noida
Date: March 12, 2026