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TiE NY + IIT Pitch Competition

Fuel your university startup journey with mentorship, funding, and global exposure through the TiE U Program.

TiE NY + IIT Pitch Competition

Pitch to the Region’s Top Investors

The TiE New York + IIT Pitch Competition is a premier platform for early-stage startups in the NY Tri-State area to present their ventures to a panel of angel investors, venture capitalists, and industry experts. Launched in 2024, the competition is open to companies with a minimum viable product or those in active development toward one, with a strong emphasis on innovative, technology-driven solutions.

Selected finalists receive exclusive mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs, along with the opportunity to pitch to an influential audience that can provide capital, partnerships, and strategic guidance. Winners compete for cash prizes and gain access to valuable industry connections that can fast-track their growth.

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Calling all Startups!

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Who Can Apply
  • You must be able to present in person during the pitch competition to be held in July 2026
  • Startups across all industries are welcome to apply.
  • Preferably your company should be from the NY Tri-State area.
  • Your company must be registered after January 1, 2019.
  • Must have a minimum viable product (MVP) or be working towards it. Ideation stage companies are not eligible.
  • Preferably incorporates technology in their business.
    • How to Apply
  • Submit your application online
  • Last day to apply: May 31, 2026
  • Final competition will be held in July 2026.
  • If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected]
    • Why Attend?
  • Access to expert mentors
  • Networking with like-minded entrepreneurs
  • Platform to present your pitch in front of angel investors, VCs, and mentors.
    • PITCH COMPETITION

    Spotlighting the Next Wave of Innovation

    This dynamic event is co-hosted by TiE New York and the Greater NY Chapter of the IIT Bombay Heritage Foundation, uniting ambitious founders with some of the most supportive and well-connected investors in the region.

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    Pitch Competition In Action

    tie NY+IIT PITCH COMPETITION

    2025 Winners

    01.

    iNRI

    Second runner up Hemant Gangolia, Founder & CEO, iNRI A Y Combinator-backed fintech venture, iNRI…
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    02.

    Hyperlocology

    First runner up Michael Morris, Co-founder & CEO, Hyperlocology Hyperlocology is transforming how franchise brands…
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    03.

    mHeart Connect

    Winner. Dr Rakesh Shah is Biomedical Electrical Engineer and Interventional Cardiologist. Currently Interim CMO and…
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    Members

    NY + IIT Pitch Competition Committee Chair

    NY + IIT Pitch Competition

    Testimonials

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    I had the opportunity to pitch last year, and I won the pitch competition. And that gave me a boost, not just professionally but personally.

    Rigu Gupta

    Winner of 2024 TiE New York + IIT Pitch Competition Founder and CEO at PiroGon Inc.
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    We had six fantastic companies present, all from different backgrounds... I just loved the energy in the room. People were cooperative, the judges did a great job... we continue in our mission of nurturing entrepreneurship.

    Jignesh Patel

    President, TiE NY
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    “
    I was at the TiE NY x IIT event. One main thing that I learned was how important it is to have traction. I think it definitely establishes credibility and gives you so much to work with, and it also gives you opportunities. One thing that I’m going to do to grow is take time to build. It doesn’t come fast, it takes time, and for these people it’s taken months, years, but it’s gotten them so far.

    My Anh Phan

    Founder of Popped Up

    Be part of New York’s thriving startup community