Entrepreneurship
Development
Drive
E-Cell, Indian Institute of Technology, Madras
REGISTRATIONS OPENING SOON
Tracks
• Seed Track • Growth Track • Apex Track •
Tailored guidance for all types of teams
About 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 10th 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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E-Cells Established
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Colleges applied
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Summits conducted
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.
Free Passes
Get free access to all the events of E-Summit, 2027.
Case Study
Opportunity to participate in a customized Case Study.
Practical Applications
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.
Past EDD Cohorts
Year 2025-26
Akshaya college of engineering and technology
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham , Chennai
Cauvery College for Women, Autonomous
CMS College of Engineering and technology, Coimbatore
Coimbatore Institute of Technology
Global Institute of Technology & Management
Government College of Engineering, Amravati
Graphic Era Hill University
Guru nanak college , autonomous
IBS Mumbai
Jyothi Engineering College
KL Deemed to be University
Kumaraguru Institution
Lakshmi Narain College of Technology Excellence
M.O.P. Vaishnav College For Women (Autonomous)
Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Technology
Mahendra College of Engineering
Matrusri Engineering College
MET's Institute of Technology, Nashik
NIFT Bengaluru
Odisha University Of Technology And Research,Bhubaneswar
RVS College of Engineering and Technology
SASTRA Deemed University
Shri Guru Gobind Singhji Institute of Engineering and Technology
Sri Krishna College of Technology
Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering
SRMIST
St. Joseph`s College of Engineering
Techno Main Salt Lake
Velammal College of engineering and Technology
Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore
Vidyavardhaka College of Engineering
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)
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FAQs
What is the procedure to enroll?
Visit the
Registration Portal
and
complete the registration form by providing the required details and select the
track(s)
that you wish to apply for. Complete and submit the application form of the selected
track(s).
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, 2026 and will culminate with an EDD Conference, to be held in January 2027 (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 2027 and a delegation from each college will be invited to IITM Campus.
Who can apply for the Apex Track? What is the eligibility criteria?
The Apex Track is designed for the colleges that have atleast two early-stage student startups willing to actively participate in the program.
How is the Apex Track different from Seed and Growth Tracks?
Unlike the Seed and Growth Tracks, which primarily focus on strengthening your institution's E-Cell, the Apex Track is centered around accelerating student startups. While participating E-Cells also gain valuable exposure to organizing startup-focused programs, the primary emphasis is on equipping startups with the knowledge, mentorship and opportunities they need to scale.
Is there a separate application process for Apex Track?
Yes, there is a dedicated application process for Apex Track that is separate from the Seed and Growth Tracks.
What are the incentives offered under the Apex Track?
For E-Cells:
• Gain experience in planning and managing start-up focused programs.
For Student Startups:
• Access networking opportunities with investors, successful founders and industry
experts
• Participate in hands-on activities and mentorship sessions that directly
contribute to
startup growth