Where Innovation Meets
Market Reality
The Jaypee Institute of Information Technology (JIIT) Innovation community connects technical talent with the world of entrepreneurship and venture creation. Over the years, we have created platforms that encourage learning, meaningful dialogue, and real opportunities for growth.
Ridehack is at the heart of this vision. As JIIT's premier startup pitching event, Ridehack is a platform connecting early-stage startups and student founders directly with angel investors, VCs, grant providers, and industry mentors to connect, reflect, and shape ideas that truly matter and turn them into lasting impact.
400+
Participants
10+
Pitch Tracks
1L+
Alumni Network
100+
Institutes
₹1 Cr+
Funding Pool
400+
Participants
10+
Pitch Tracks
1L+
Alumni Network
100+
Institutes
₹1 Cr+
Funding Pool
₹1 Cr+
Funding Pool
400+
Participants
10+
Pitch Tracks
100+
Institutes
1L+
Alumni Network
₹1 Cr+
Funding Pool
400+
Participants
STARTUP PITCHING TRACKS
DOMAINS TO EXPLORE IN RIDEHACK 2026
Pitch your early-stage venture across sector-specific tracks. Showcase your business model and traction before prominent VCs, angel networks, and serial entrepreneurs for equity funding, non-dilutive cash grants, and incubation at JIIT Sector 128 Innovation Hub.
Startup Pitch Tracks
Wider Landscape
Consumer Tech & D2C Brands
HealthTech, MedTech & Bio-Intelligence
FinTech & Digital Economy
Cybersecurity & Enterprise Security
EdTech & Future of Work
Gaming, Metaverse & Spatial Computing
CleanTech & Sustainable Technologies
RIDEHACK 2026
OFFICIAL TIMELINE
From pitch deck submissions to the grand offline pitching finale at JIIT Sector 128 Noida. Mark these decisive dates on your calendar.
Deck Submission & Registration Closes
Final deadline for startup founders and student innovators to register their startup, upload pitch decks, problem statement, business model, and prototype video links.
All shortlisted teams will be notified by email on 15 October 2026.
Shortlisted teams will present and pitch their ideas offline before the judging panel.
Offline Pitching Grand Finale
Live in-person pitching before top VC partners, angel syndicates, and industry jury. Live term sheet issuance, ₹1 Crore total Funding pool & grant distributions, and incubation admissions.
SUMMIT SCHEDULE
Complete hour-by-hour rundown of guest gatherings, expo inaugurations, hackathon sprints, and networking at JIIT Sector 128 Noida.
Memories from previous summits
Interested in Joining RIDEHACK 2026?
Choose how you'd like to be part of JIIT's premier startup pitching event
Startups & Founders
Pitch for funding, non-dilutive grants, and direct VC connect at Ridehack 2026 to accelerate your venture.
Pitch for Grants & Funding ↗Investors & Business Experts
Discover high-potential early-stage startups, mentor visionary founders, and co-invest alongside venture leaders.
Connect to Invest ↗Grant Partners / Ecosystem Partners
Offer grants, technical resources, cloud credits, and ecosystem support to empower student and early-stage founders.
Partner with Grants ↗