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Startup Weekend - Tamil Nadu Edition

Profile Building Programme
for Grades 8-12 Students

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All About The Startup Weekend

Join the Startup Weekend by Masters’ Union x TIPS Erode, a profile building programme where young leaders from Grades 8-12 learn how to build a startup, an AI App, or more in less than 48 hours. Identify your first business problem, build a prototype, and pitch to real VCs.

Date: 15th-16th April

Venue: PAGE Junior College, Hitec City Campus, Hyderabad

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Upcoming City Editions

Edition 1: Hyderabad

Date:

Batch 1: 16th- 17th December
Batch 2: 18th- 19th December

Venue

Delhi Public School Nacharam, Plot No.44, Uppal Mandal, 42A, Durga Nagar, Hyderabad, Telangana 500076

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Edition 2: Ahmedabad

Date:

18th- 19th December

Venue

Gems Genesis International School (GGIS), Vaishnodevi
Cir, Ahmedabad, Khodiyar, Gujarat 382501

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What to Expect from
The Startup Weekend ?

Ideate, pitch & build a startup from scratch in less than 48 hours

Get live insights from real founders & CXOs

Learn & unlock AI potential of your business while prototyping

Pitch your business idea to real VCs at the Grand Finale

Access to Masters’ Union Startup Incubator and Accelerator

Earn LOR & industry-recognised certifications signed by top executives

Programme Flow

  • Day 1
  • Day 2

Programme Flow

  • Day 1
  • Day 2
Find Your Co-Founder

Team up with peers like you to start your entrepreneurial journey

Masterclasses on Problem Statement Identification

Learn to Identify real problems that’s worth solving

Brainstorm on Your Big Idea

Develop business ideation & customer research skills by exploring and validating ideas

Finalise Your Problem Statement

Apply analytical thinking to define a focused startup challenge

Build Your Prototype

Gain MVP development & prototyping skills by turning ideas into a working model

Mastersclass on Product Market Fit

Learn customer research & product validation by aligning ideas with real needs

Understand & Examine Customer Feedback

Build adaptability and problem-solving by testing solutions with real feedback

Create Your Pitch Deck

Develop storytelling & financial literacy by preparing a professional investor deck

Pitch to Real VC

Practice storytelling & pitching skills by presenting your idea to investors

Award & Recognition

Earn credentials that highlight your entrepreneurial achievements

Skills You’ll Gain from this Profile-Building Programme

Business Ideation & Customer Research

Brainstorm your next big idea and conduct research to understand customer behaviour

Master Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking

Get mentorships on analyzing challenges and finding strategic solutions

MVP Development & Prototyping

Build your Minimum Viable Product (MVP), and create a working Prototype

Financial Literacy

Understand basics of budgeting, pricing, and managing finance

Growth Hacking with AI

Use AI tools to scale ideas faster and smarter

Storytelling & Pitching Skills

Craft a Pitch Deck on a transformational idea and present to real VCs

Trusted by Top Schools

Meet the Leaders

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Priyank Jain

Co-Founder, SoupX - Shark Tank India

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Abhay Deep Middha

Founder & CEO of Livit Co-living

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Juhi Dugar

Former Associate

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Shailendra Nath Jha

Ex-Vice President Product

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Gaurav Mehta

Ex-Chief Marketing Officer

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Pranay Roy

Head of Marketing

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Priyank Jain

Co-Founder, SoupX - Shark Tank India

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Abhay Deep Middha

Founder & CEO of Livit Co-living

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Juhi Dugar

Former Associate

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Shailendra Nath Jha

Ex-Vice President Product

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Gaurav Mehta

Ex-Chief Marketing Officer

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Pranay Roy

Head of Marketing

Startups from High Schoolers So Far

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Hear from The Educators

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Chander Dev D,

Principal, The Indian Public School Erode International
Campus, Tamil Nadu

Class of 2027

“As Principal, I strongly believe initiatives like the AI Bootcamp and Startup
Weekend with Masters’ Union inspire our students to think beyond
textbooks and step confidently into the world of innovation and leadership.
Wishing every participant the confidence to dream big and the
determination to turn ideas into impact"

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Shanmuga Priya K,

Future Pathways counsellor, The Indian Public School Erode
International Campus, Tamil Nadu

“The experiential model of Masters’ Union bridges the gap between
academics and the startup ecosystem. I’m delighted that our campus is
hosting the AI Bootcamp and Startup Weekend, creating a platform for
students to experience innovation and real-world problem solving
firsthand. May this be the beginning of bold ideas and fearless innovation.”

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Pranavaa Giri Mahesh,

Masters’ Union UG’29 & TIPS Erode CBSE School Pupil Leader
23-24, Tamil Nadu

“StartUp Weekend at Masters Union was simply the one event that made
me understand my potential and push my limits. The entire journey of
working every minute of the two days, and finally pitching in front of
investors in less than 48 hours of coming up with an idea was nothing less
of an enthralling experience.”

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Puneet Wadhwa

Country Head and Director at Hatch

"The programme was managed so smoothly from start to finish, and our daughter not only learned a lot but is now applying those lessons in school and beyond.”

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Hear from The Students

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Chander Dev D,

Principal, The Indian Public School Erode International
Campus, Tamil Nadu

Class of 2027

“As Principal, I strongly believe initiatives like the AI Bootcamp and Startup
Weekend with Masters’ Union inspire our students to think beyond
textbooks and step confidently into the world of innovation and leadership.
Wishing every participant the confidence to dream big and the
determination to turn ideas into impact"

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Shanmuga Priya K,

Future Pathways counsellor, The Indian Public School Erode
International Campus, Tamil Nadu

“The experiential model of Masters’ Union bridges the gap between
academics and the startup ecosystem. I’m delighted that our campus is
hosting the AI Bootcamp and Startup Weekend, creating a platform for
students to experience innovation and real-world problem solving
firsthand. May this be the beginning of bold ideas and fearless innovation.”

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Pranavaa Giri Mahesh,

Masters’ Union UG’29 & TIPS Erode CBSE School Pupil Leader
23-24, Tamil Nadu

“StartUp Weekend at Masters Union was simply the one event that made
me understand my potential and push my limits. The entire journey of
working every minute of the two days, and finally pitching in front of
investors in less than 48 hours of coming up with an idea was nothing less
of an enthralling experience.”

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Amudhan TN,

MU-UG'29 & House Captain TIPS Erode CBSE, Tamil Nadu

“Joining Master's Union was one of the best decisions I've ever made.
Studying at any other typical business college wouldn't have given me this
much exposure and experience. I'm really enjoying it, and MU has the best
atmosphere and support for you to start and build your dream ideas. Their
flexibility and support have always been outstanding.”

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Lunch costs are included in the fee

Students will be required to be on campus from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on both days

INR 5,999/- per person

INR 4999   INR 3999/- per person

Accommodation can be provided if
required at INR 3000/- per night

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Email ID

challenge@mastersunion.org

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+91 9355926490

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate in Startup Weekend?

Startup Weekend is open to students from Grade 8–12 who are curious about entrepreneurship, innovation, and problem-solving. No prior experience is required, just enthusiasm and creativity!

Do I need to have a startup idea before joining?

Not at all! The event is designed to help you discover, brainstorm, and validate ideas during the sessions. You’ll be guided by mentors and masterclasses throughout the process.

What will I learn from this event?

    Participants will gain hands-on experience in:

  • Problem identification & ideation

  • Understanding product-market fit

  • Consumer feedback analysis

  • Get Hands-on AI tool learning

  • Building a pitch deck

  • Presenting ideas to industry experts

Can I participate alone or do I need a team?

Students can register solo for the programme.

Do I need prior business or tech knowledge?

No. Startup Weekend is all about experiential learning. Our mentors and masterclasses will guide you through every step, from idea to pitch.

What is the schedule like?

It’s a two-day intensive program with sessions on ideation, product-market fit, consumer insights, and pitch deck building. Each day runs from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM with breaks for networking and lunch.

How much is the participation fee?

The fee is INR 5,999 per student for individual participation and INR 3,999 per student in a team of up to 4. This is inclusive of event participation, learning materials, mentorship, and lunch for both days.

Will participants receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of participation, and top teams will be recognized with awards and accolades during the closing ceremony.

How do I register for Startup Weekend?

Simply fill out the Interest Form first followed by the Registration Form on this page and confirm your participation.

How do I register for Startup Weekend?

Simply fill out the Interest Form first followed by the Registration Form on this page and confirm your participation.

Will participants receive a certificate?

Yes, all participants will receive a certificate of participation, and top teams will be recognized with awards and accolades during the closing ceremony.

How do I register for Startup Weekend?

Simply fill out the Interest Form first followed by the Registration Form on this page and confirm your participation.