Transform your innovative ideas into reality. Join the ultimate 4-month startup challenge and compete for a $1000 Prize Pool.
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The submission window has closed. Winners will be Announce on 7th December 2025 (on-site) in the GIAIC Class by Sir Asharib Ali.
A comprehensive program designed to transform students into founders. Build, launch, and scale your ideas with support from the community.
This isn't just another coding challenge. It's your gateway to entrepreneurship, designed to transform Sir Asharib Class students into startup founders.
Over four months, you'll build, market, and monetize your ideas while competing for a $1000 prize pool personally sponsored by Sir Asharib Ali.
Build any product you're passionate about - web apps, mobile apps, APIs, or innovative solutions.
Work independently or form teams. Collaboration and individual excellence are both celebrated.
Simple, transparent guidelines to ensure a fair and exciting competition for everyone.
Open to all Sir Asharib class students at GIAIC. Solo participation or teams up to 4 members.
Use any technology stack you prefer. No restrictions on frameworks, languages, or platforms.
Projects must be original work started during the challenge period. Open-source libraries are encouraged.
You retain 100% intellectual property rights to your creation. This is about your growth and success.
Maintain a spirit of collaboration, respect, and fair play throughout the challenge. Any form of academic dishonesty or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in disqualification. Let's build an environment where everyone can thrive and learn!
Key dates and checkpoints to keep you on track for success.
June 30, 2025
Registration opens and the challenge officially begins. Start building your innovative startup!
August 15, 2025
Optional progress sharing session. Get feedback, connect with mentors, and showcase your development.
September 15, 2025
Last six weeks! Focus on polishing your product, marketing strategy, and user acquisition.
November 15, 2025
Final project submissions due. Include your product, demo video, and business metrics.
Your startup will be evaluated based on a balanced mix of technical execution, business viability, and growth.
Clean, maintainable, and scalable code architecture
Uniqueness of idea and problem-solving approach
Revenue generation and user acquisition success
Effectiveness of marketing strategy and reach
Sir Asharib Ali will personally evaluate each submission based on the criteria above. The evaluation process will be transparent, fair, and focused on recognizing genuine innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.
Compete for rewards that kickstart your entrepreneurial journey.
Startup Challenge Winners will receive a cash reward of $1000, equally divided among the winners.
🎯 Personally sponsored by Sir Asharib Ali
Showcase your winning project and gain recognition in the tech community
Real-world experience in building, marketing, and monetizing a product
Continued guidance from Sir Asharib Ali and industry connections
Open doors to internships, jobs, and future entrepreneurial ventures
The winner will be announced in a special ceremony, celebrating not just the prize recipient, but all participants who took on this entrepreneurial challenge!
Everything you need to know about the challenge.
No registration required! Simply start building your startup and submit your project anytime during the 3-month challenge period. This removes barriers and lets you focus on what matters - building your product.
Feel free to ask Sir Asharib Ali during Sunday class sessions or reach out through the GIAIC Discord server.
Join the official WhatsApp channel for real-time updates, tips, and announcements regarding the challenge.