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Entrepreneurship

Development
Drive

E-Cell, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras

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Tracks

Tailored guidance for all types of teams

Seed

Seed Track

Planting Entrepreneurial Seeds

Growth

Growth Track

Taking your E-Cell to the Next Level

What is EDD?

Student entrepreneurship plays a vital role in the overall entrepreneurial growth of our country. However, universities in India differ significantly in the resources and frameworks they provide for fostering entrepreneurship.
Entrepreneurship Development Drive, E-Cell IIT Madras with its 9th edition aims to bridge this gap by offering guidance and support to various student teams and entrepreneurial organizations.

Our Vision

Our goal is to enhance entrepreneurial knowledge among young minds, recognizing the pivotal role of the nation's youth in driving economic development and fostering a thriving startup culture. To create positive change at the grassroots level, we aim to establish business organizations on every college campus across the country.

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Why participate?

Establishment and Mentorship

Establish an entrepreneurship ecosystem in your college through consistent mentorship.

Knowledge Sharing

Brainstorming sessions surrounding entrepreneurship.

Certification

Certificates for participating teams on successful completion of the drive.

Networking Opportunities

Become part of an extensive network of pan India colleges and get multiple opportunities to network with them.

Invitation to IITM

Opportunity to visit IITM campus for EDD Conference.

Community Access

Access to exclusive Discord community of E-Cell IITM.

Free-Passes

Get free access to all the events of E-Summit, 2024.

Case Study

Opportunity to participate in a customized Case Study.

Practical Application

Opportunity to conduct an event in your college in collaboration with E-Cell IITM.

Letter of Recommendation

Letter of Recommendation and LinkedIn endorsement to the team on exemplary performance.

Collaboration Opportunities

Get a chance to host a collaborative event in your college with E-Cell IITM.

Timeline

  • Registration process starts.

    6th August, 2025
  • Registration deadline

    15th August, 2025
  • Interview Round (For shortlisted colleges)

    21st August, 2025 - 25th August, 2025
  • Announcement of selected colleges

    28th August, 2025
  • Introductory session

    September first week
  • EDD Phase 1

    September, 2025 - November, 2025
  • EDD Phase 2

    December, 2026 - February, 2026
  • EDD Conference

    March, 2026

Past EDD Cohorts

Year 2024-25

Government College Of Engineering Amravati

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Chennai

Kumaraguru Institutions

LLOYD SCHOOL OF LAW

Sri Krishna College of Technology

RVS College of Engineering and Technology

Dayananda Sagar University

Narayana engineering college

KL Deemed To Be University

IBS Pune

College of Agriculture Vellayani

MS Ramaiah University Of Applied Sciences

Malaviya National Institute of Technology, Jaipur

IBS Mumbai

PCTE Group Of Institutes

Ethiraj College for Women

Sri Venkateswara College Of Engineering (SVCE)

Vidyavardhaka College Of Engineering

Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology

CMR College of Engineering and Technology

National Institute of Technology Andhra Pradesh

Odisha University of Technology and Research, Bhubaneswar

Karunya Institute of Technology and Sciences

RGUKT IIIT Basar

Coimbatore Institute of Teachnology

IIT Indore

Vellore Institute of Technology

IIT Jodhpur

Rajalakshmi Engineering College

Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati

SASTRA UNIVERSITY

SRM Institute of Science and technology

Sardar Patel Institute of Technology(SPIT)

Year 2023-24

Banasthali Vidyapeeth

CMR College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad

Graphic Era Hill University

HKBK College of Engineering

IBS Mumbai

IIIT Lucknow

Indian Institute of Management Rohtak

Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati

Indira Institute of Management

Institute of Hotel Management, Lucknow

Kleit Institute of technology

Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering, Mysore

Kumaraguru Institutions

Multani Mal Modi College, Patiala

NALSAR University of Law, DoMs

National Institute of Technology(NIT), Rourkela

Odisha University of Technology and Research, Bhubaneswar

Panipat Institute of Engineering and Technology

R K College of Engineering

Rajalakshmi engineering college

SP Jain School of Global Management- DUBAI

Sir M Visvesvaraya Institute of Technology

University Business School

Vallurupalli Nageswara Rao Vignana Jyothi Institute of Engineering and Technology

Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design And Manufacturing Jabalpur

Testimonials

Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore

E-Cell Dayananda Sagar University, Bangalore’s participation in the EDD program at E-Summit, IIT Madras was truly enriching.Being part of this huge entrepreneurial event felt both exciting and motivating.The EDD sessions helped us understand the real challenges and mindset behind building ventures.From team activities to mentorship interactions, every moment sparked new learning.It gave us a chance to network with budding student entrepreneurs from across the country.We gained clarity, confidence, and a fresh perspective on what it takes to lead change. The entire experience pushed us to step out of our comfort zones and think bigger.Huge thanks to E-Cell IIT Madras for this journey!

E-Cell, DSU, Bangalore

Sri Krishna College of Technology

We are truly grateful to have been part of the Entrepreneurship Development Drive (EDD) organized by IIT Madras. Being on the Seed Track gave us valuable exposure to various aspects of building and strengthening a campus E-Cell. The sessions provided practical guidance, new perspectives, and structured approaches that we have already started applying in our initiatives. This experience has laid a strong foundation for nurturing startups within our campus and launching impactful entrepreneurship events. It has been an incredible opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. I sincerely hope this initiative continues for decades, shaping the future of entrepreneurship across the nation.

Hariprasad S J Vice President, Enterpreneurship Development Cell, Sri Krishna College of Technology

Kumaraguru College of Technology, Coimbatore

"EDD helped me transform ideas into actionable steps. The sessions were hands-on and engaging, and being surrounded by like-minded individuals made the entire experience feel real and inspiring. It gave me a fresh perspective on entrepreneurship and a deeper understanding of how E-Cells function.”

E-Cell, Kumaraguru Institutions

Government College Of Engineering, Amravati

Participating in the EDD program was a truly enriching and rewarding experience. The sessions were exceptionally well-structured and insightful, offering valuable perspectives throughout. The E-Summit, in particular, was an overwhelming highlight — it provided an excellent platform for showcasing innovation and connecting with like-minded individuals. ”

E-Cell, Government College Of Engineering, Amravati

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FAQs

What is the procedure to enroll?

Go to this page and register yourself for EDD.
Keep checking your mails. We will be sending an onboarding form !! Fill in the form and get registered for EDD.
For more details and any queries contact----- sr_ecell@smail.iitm.ac.in

Can an Individual enroll?

No, you need to be a student of a college which aims to establish/strengthen an entrepreneurial body. You are also required to have a team of minimum 5 and maximum 12 members to participate from your college.

Can I choose the track I want to apply for?

Yes, you can choose your own track, but based on your performance in both rounds, the final allotment of tracks will be done from our end.

Can a college have more than one participant team?

No, we strictly allow only one participating team from each college to participate in EDD.
The participant team head should coordinate with interested students from their college for EDD and represent themselves as a single team adhering to the team size.
In case multiple teams apply from the same college and one of them is selected for a further round based on application, members from rejected teams will be asked to join the selected team based on common consensus.

What is the duration of the entire event?

EDD is scheduled to begin in September, 2023 and will culminate with an EDD Conference, to be held in March 2024 (tentative).

How many members can participate from each team?

A minimum of 5 and a maximum of 12 members can participate from each team.

Is there any enrollment fee?

No, there is no enrollment fee.

What is the EDD Conference?

EDD Conference will be the final event of the drive which will celebrate our progress and achievements in strengthening our entrepreneurial ecosystem together. Conference will happen during E-Summit 2024 and a delegation from each college will be invited to IITM Campus.

Our Location

IIT Madras:
Indian Institute of Technology Madras
IIT P.O. Chennai 600 036
Tamil Nadu, INDIA

Contact

Phone:
Garvit Pahwa : +91 7011127112
Tejas Gupta : +91 9311310899

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