🚀 Welcome to Startup India X MarkSoc SBSC National Case Competition!

Organized by MarkSoc — the official Marketing Society of Shaheed Bhagat Singh College (SBSC), University of Delhi — in proud association with Startup India, Government of India, this is one of India's most prestigious national-level case competitions for college students.

🎯 About the Competition

This competition challenges students from across India to analyze real-world business problems and present innovative, data-driven solutions. Whether it's marketing strategy, startup ideation, brand building, or business model innovation — if you have the brains and the passion, this stage is yours.

🏫 About MarkSoc SBSC

MarkSoc is the premier marketing society of Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi. Known for organizing high-impact events, workshops, and competitions, MarkSoc has consistently been a platform for nurturing future business leaders and marketing professionals.

🇮🇳 About Startup India

Startup India is a flagship initiative of the Government of India, intended to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and startups in the country. This partnership brings national credibility and recognition to every participant.

📅 Event Schedule

- Registration Opens: May 2026

- Submission Deadline: TBA

- Results Announcement: May 9, 2026

🏆 What You Win

- National-level participation certificate for all participants

- Cash prizes & trophies for top teams

- Recognition from Startup India

- Networking with industry leaders & mentors

- LinkedIn-worthy achievement for your portfolio

💡 Why Participate?

✔ Solve real business case studies

✔ Compete with the best minds across India

✔ Get mentored by industry experts

✔ Win recognition on a national platform

✔ Add a prestigious credential to your resume

Requirements

Teams must submit the following on Devpost:

 

1. 📄 Case Solution Presentation (PDF or PPT)

   - Maximum 15 slides

   - Must include: Problem Analysis, Proposed Solution, Market Research, Implementation Strategy, and Expected Impact

 

2. 📹 Pitch Video (2–5 minutes)

   - Upload to YouTube/Google Drive and share the link

   - Briefly explain your solution and approach

 

3. 📝 Executive Summary (max 500 words)

   - A concise written overview of your case solution

 

4. 👥 Team Details

   - Names, colleges, and enrollment/student ID proof of all members

 

All submissions must be original work created during the competition period. Previously submitted or plagiarized work will be disqualified.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

3,000 in prizes
Best Marketing Strategy
3,000 in cash
1 winner

Awarded to the team presenting the most original, disruptive, and creatively engineered business solution.

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Amulya Pinson

Judging Criteria

  • Marketing & Brand Strategy
    Evaluation of branding, positioning, customer acquisition, communication strategy, and overall marketing effectiveness.

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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Hackathon sponsors

DPIIT / Startup India
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