The Entrepreneurship Cell of Apeejay Stya University (ASU), INOVEXA, marked a proud milestone by participating in the 21st E-Summit at IIT Bombay/. The prestigious national-level event brought together some of the most dynamic student entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders from across the country. Representing ASU on this renowned platform, the INOVEXA student team competed in the National Entrepreneurship Challenge (NEC) 2025, organised by the Entrepreneurship Cell of IIT Bombay.
The NEC 2025 began in August 2025 and unfolded through multiple rigorous and competitive rounds. These stages were designed to assess participants on a wide spectrum of entrepreneurial competencies, including strategic thinking, innovation, execution capability, leadership, and team coordination. Demonstrating consistent performance and strong entrepreneurial acumen, the INOVEXA team successfully cleared all levels of the challenge, standing out among institutions nationwide.
In a remarkable achievement, INOVEXA secured the 3rd National Ranking in NEC 2025, placing Apeejay Stya University among the top-performing institutions in the country. This outstanding performance earned the team an invitation to the final round of NEC 2025, which was conducted on the IIT Bombay campus during the E-Summit. The achievement was a testament to the students’ dedication, collaborative spirit, and innovative approach to problem-solving.
Participation in the E-Summit proved to be an enriching learning experience for the team. The students had the opportunity to engage with startup founders, industry leaders, investors, and policymakers, gaining first-hand exposure to the evolving entrepreneurial ecosystem. They attended insightful keynote sessions, panel discussions, and workshops led by renowned speakers, which provided valuable perspectives on startup culture, innovation, funding strategies, and real-world business challenges.
The exposure gained at the summit significantly enhanced the students’ understanding of entrepreneurship beyond the classroom, allowing them to connect theory with practice. The interactions and learnings from the event are expected to inspire the team to further strengthen entrepreneurial initiatives at ASU and contribute actively to the university’s innovation ecosystem.
INOVEXA’s success at the 21st E-Summit reflects Apeejay Stya University’s strong focus on entrepreneurship, experiential learning, and student-led innovation. The achievement stands as a proud moment for the university and its student community, reinforcing ASU’s commitment to nurturing future-ready entrepreneurs and leaders equipped to thrive in a competitive, innovation-driven world.