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Enrission India Capital (Japanese VC)
Divisa Family Office
GDG Ranchi
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Ranchi · 30 May 2026
The Movement

Not Just an Event.
A Revolution.

In the heart of India, a revolution is brewing. Jharkhand — a state celebrated for its mineral wealth — is now becoming known for something far more valuable: its ideas.

I-Hub Startup Jharkhand Foundation is building the infrastructure for ambition. Through year-round incubation, mentorship, and relentless community building, we're proving that world-changing companies don't need a Bangalore address.

Entrepreneurial Connect is where this energy converges. Three editions. Thousands of connections. A growing army of founders who refuse to wait.

Acceleration
From idea to prototype — resources, mentors, and a full launchpad.
Mentorship
Battle-tested operators guiding the next generation of builders.
Community
2000+ founders, investors, and ecosystem architects.
Market Access
Connecting Jharkhand's innovators to national and global opportunities.
The Trajectory

From Spark
To Wildfire.

Three editions. One unstoppable movement building Jharkhand's startup future.

April 2024
EC 1.0
Where it all began.
200+
Attendees
2025
EC 2.0
2× the scale. The ecosystem takes notice.
400+
Attendees
Live Now
30 May 2026
EC 3.0
The revolution goes national.
1500+
Expected
What Awaits You

One Day.
Every Angle.

Not a conference you attend — an experience that shifts your trajectory.




Keynote Sessions
Industry titans sharing battle-tested wisdom and unfiltered truths about building in India.



Pitch Arena
Real stakes. Real feedback. Real deals. Startups compete head-to-head for investor attention.



Mentorship Circles
Intimate 1:1 sessions with operators who've scaled from zero to market leaders.



Networking Zones
Handshakes that turn into partnerships. Ideas that find co-founders.



Startup Exhibition
500+ innovations under one roof. Jharkhand's biggest entrepreneurial showcase.



Panel Discussions
Provocative debates that reshape how you think about markets, money, and momentum.

EC 3.0 — A Day on the Clock

Scroll through every moment of Jharkhand's biggest startup summit — from the opening lamp to the final award.

The Voices

Learn From Those
Who've Built & Scaled.

More Speakers Being Announced
Chief Guest & Guests of Honor
Chief Guest
⭐ Chief Guest
Shri Sanjay Prasad Yadav
Minister for Labour, Employment, Training and Skill Development of Jharkhand
Guest of Honor
Guest of Honor
Shri Varun Ranjan
Managing Director
GoJ, JIIDCO, JIADA & JEMCL
Featured Speakers & Mentors
Kamaldeep Singh
Mr. Kamaldeep Singh
CEO, Dealshare
Mr. Prashant Sharma
Mr. Prashant Sharma
Head of Growth & Marketing - Emergent
Mr. Kiran Babu
Mr. Kiran Babu
Founder & CEO at rava.ai
Ms. Pooja Jaiswal
Ms. Pooja Jaiswal
Co-Founder & COO, Last Mile Care
Mr. V R Rajesh
Mr. V R Rajesh
Vice President - Aurassure
Mr. Abhinav Shah
Mr. Abhinav Shah
Co-Founder and Director - Dishaayen
Ms. Mausmi Ambastha
Ms. Mausmi Ambastha
Co-Founder and CEO - Shifu Foundation; 2X Founder with Successful Exit
Mr. Rajiv Jain
Mr. Rajiv Jain
Founder Founder - AJ Advisor
Dr. Bhupesh Kumar
Dr. Bhupesh Kumar
Principal - IHM Ranchi
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Mr. Ravish Vasan
CEO - XCITE-XLRI Council for Innovation, Technology and Entrepreneurship
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Mr. Pratik Deo
Mentor - I-hub Startup Jharkhand Foundation
+ Many more speakers to be announced
Beyond The Summit

Year-Round
Impact.

EC is our flagship moment — but the real work happens 365 days a year.

Flagship
Saksham Program
An intensive 6-week Startup Growth & Mentorship Program. From ideation to investor-readiness. Hands-on guidance from seasoned operators. Real outcomes, not theory.
YEP
Young Entrepreneur Program
Introducing school students to entrepreneurship fundamentals. Building the next generation before they enter college. Planting seeds that become forests.
Ongoing
Workshops & Bootcamps
Regular skill-building sessions at schools and colleges across Jharkhand. Business model canvas to pitch deck mastery — practical skills for the real world.
Monthly
Startup Mixer
Not just meetup — a focused, high-value circle where real discussions happen. No stage, no noise, just impactful conversations.
Our Ecosystem

Backed By
The Best.

From tech giants to academic institutions and media houses — our partners believe in Jharkhand's startup future.

In Association with
Powered By
Mission Blue Foundation
Premsons Motor
Co-Powered By
Central Coalfields Limited
NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
CyberPeace Foundation
Trade Friends Co.
Last Mile Care
Investment Partners
Enrission India Capital (Japanese VC)
Campus Fund
Divisa Family Office
Expert Dojo
Incubation & Ecosystem Partner
XCITE - XLRI Council for Innovation Technology & Entrepreneurship
Shifu Foundation
KIIT-Technology Business Incubator (KIIT-TBI)
IHM Ranchi
Tech, Community & Media
StartupNews
BigFM
Prospera X
Karo Startup
Supporting Partners
Vaishali Express
Custom Jal
Tallent Ella
Kalam Academy Ranchi
GDG Ranchi
Eco Serve Dev
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Sponsorship Tiers

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The Movement.

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FAQ

Got
Questions?

Everything you need to know. Still unsure? We respond fast.

Email
info@startupjharkhand.org
Phone
+91 8757770613 | +91 8521737534
Venue
Ranchi, Jharkhand 834010
Who can attend EC 3.0?
EC 3.0 is open to everyone — founders, students, investors, mentors, and professionals. If you're excited about building something, you belong here.
Are there fees to attend?
Yes, there is a nominal registration fee based on your category (Standard, Student, Startup Booth, Partner). Visit the registration page for the latest pricing.
Do I need a startup to attend?
Not at all. We welcome founders, aspiring entrepreneurs, students, investors, and corporate professionals alike. There's value for everyone in the room.
What does Startup Jharkhand do?
We run the Saksham Program, Young Entrepreneur Program, workshops, bootcamps, pitch competitions, networking mixers, and Entrepreneurial Connect — our flagship annual summit.
How can I stay updated?
Follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Or visit startupjharkhand.org for real-time updates on speakers, agenda, and registration.
Can I volunteer or become a sponsor?
Absolutely. Email info@startupjharkhand.org — we'll find the perfect way to get you involved, whether as a volunteer, mentor, sponsor, or media partner.
The Future Won't Wait

WILL
YOU?

30 May 2026 · Ranchi, Jharkhand. Be part of the movement putting Jharkhand on the global startup map.

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