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Everything happening around Startup World Cup Nepal 2026.

Announcement

Startup World Cup returns to Nepal for 2026

Seven provincial qualifiers will crown one national champion with a path to Silicon Valley and a US$1M investment prize.

Judges

Global minds join the Nepal judging panel

Industry titans and local visionaries will evaluate startups on market opportunity, traction, and team strength.

Qualifiers

Provincial qualifier cities announced

Koshi, Madhesh, Bagmati, Gandaki, Lumbini, Karnali, and Sudurpashchim will each host a city challenge.

Partners

CAN Federation joins as strategic partner

TBCIC and CAN Federation deepen collaboration to connect Nepal's startups with the broader tech ecosystem.

Founders

Applications open for early-stage startups

Founders can apply at no cost. Selected teams pitch live across seven provinces before the national final.

Global

Winner earns flight to the Global Finals

Nepal's champion advances to the Startup World Cup Global Championship powered by Pegasus Tech Ventures.

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