E-CELL IIT BHUTechstars Startup Weekend Varanasi
SEPTEMBER 4-6 2026, IIT BHU Varanasi
Learn how to think, work, and build like a startup in 54 thrilling hours. Techstars Startup Weekend is an exciting and immersive foray into the world of startups. Over an action-packed three days, you’ll meet the very best mentors, investors, co-founders and sponsors to show you how to get more done faster and, maybe even start that Business.
Merchandise
Goodies
Brex Rewards
$300 Google Credits
Why Startup Weekend
Connect with other creators
Connect with other passionate people driven to build something new. Rich and diverse talent is a Techstars staple. There is no better place to meet new friends, colleagues, mentors or co-founders and investors.
Learn from the best
Learn what it really takes to innovate, disrupt and start a company from people who’ve been there. It’s deep experiential learning guided by an experienced hand.
Start Something great
Techstars Startup Weekend is designed to get you going. Fast. Your local organizers will set up the ideal environment for you to be successful and learn as much as possible in just 54 hours.
Take it deep
Sometimes what you really need is to go to the next level. Startup Weekend also goes deep on specific topics or skill sets. Just what you need to progress quickly.
Meet Our Mentors
Judges
Ajit
Shri Ajit Kumar Srivastav is a distinguished BEML leader with 38 years of experience, serving as Director (Defence Business). An IIT Kharagpur Mechanical Engineering graduate, he played a key role in indigenisation, exports, MSME collaboration, and business expansion, leaving a lasting legacy at BEML.
What People Say About GSW
“GSW was one of the first events in which I participated after coming to college. GSW taught me many things which include hardwork, teamwork and also the required entrepreneur skills. I was proud of my team and my idea. The friends which I made in the beginning are here with me till now. I highly recommend giving it a try.”