Every applicant travels the same clear, merit-based journey — from registration to the final Top 50.
Complete the online application form with your details, your chosen track, and your industry plan, idea or startup — free, roughly ten minutes.
What you doA review panel evaluates every application on clarity, intent, feasibility and readiness — so each idea is understood fairly.
Panel reviewApplicants who meet the bar are shortlisted. You are notified by email and can see your status live on your dashboard.
NotificationShortlisted candidates present their idea or venture to the evaluation committee — in person or online, as scheduled.
Pitch roundA final conversation with mentors and MPIDC officials to understand your commitment, vision and the support you need.
Final roundFifty finalists are selected. The Top 50 receive dedicated training, mentorship and MPIDC support to move forward.
Top 50Every application is assessed by an independent panel that brings industry, financial and administrative expertise to the table — so selection stays fair, informed and merit-driven.
Established entrepreneurs and manufacturers who assess the viability, ambition and scalability of each proposal.
Financial experts who evaluate funding readiness, capital planning and the financial soundness of your venture.
Representatives who bring sector reality, market demand and practical business perspective to the evaluation.
District Administration and MPIDC officials who safeguard transparency, merit and alignment with regional growth.
How genuinely interested, motivated and committed you are — the intent and will that Pankh is looking to back.
Applicants should be between 21 and 45 years of age at the time of applying.
Your qualifications and learning that support your entrepreneurial plan.
An understanding of your context, support system and circumstances.
Your ability to contribute to and sustain the venture you intend to build.
You receive an email each time your application moves forward — from registration to final selection.
Sign in anytime to see exactly which stage you are at, your reference number and your full history.
Selection is based purely on the strength of your application and your performance across the stages.
There is no fee at any stage of Pankh 2026 — from applying to being selected.