Hyd: GITAM Innovation Challenge 2026 invites applications from students across India; offers over Rs. 50 lakh in cash prizes and support

Hyderabad, Sept 27 (UNI) GITAM Innovation Challenge 2026, a national student pitching competition, is offering more than Rs. 50 lakh in combined cash prizes and entrepreneurship support, inviting students from across India to showcase innovative ideas and early-stage ventures. The seventh edition of the competition, formerly known as SmartIDEAthon, is organised by GITAM's Venture Development Centre (VDC), Hyderabad, and GITAM Entrepreneurs Club (E-Club), in collaboration with GITAM i-TBI, GITAM TEC, Bower School of Entrepreneurship, Wadhwani Foundation and Balavikas, USA. The total offering includes over Rs. 5.9 lakh in cash prizes and more than Rs. 44 lakh worth of venture coaching,…