🚀 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
+ other prizes
Best Marketing Strategy
3,000 in cash
1 winner

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

Certificates
1 winner

Participation certificate will be awarded to the winners.

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Celeste Montclair

Celeste Montclair
Celeste Montclair

Judging Criteria

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

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Hackathon sponsors

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