About the Event
The Hyderabad Startup & Entrepreneurship Summit 2026 is a free, full-day event designed to empower aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs in Telangana and beyond. Hosted by Startup India Network at The Leela Palace, this summit features mentorship sessions with successful founders, investor panels, pitch workshops, and networking opportunities with the Hyderabad startup ecosystem. Whether you are exploring your first business idea or looking to raise your seed round, this summit provides the knowledge and connections you need.
Event Details
Date
Dec 1, 2026
Time
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Type
Free
Category
Business & Entrepreneurship
Location
Physical
Banjara Hills Road No. 2
Speakers
Schedule / Agenda
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
6 sessions
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Registration & Welcome Coffee
Check in and enjoy complimentary breakfast items.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Opening Keynote: Building a Startup in Tier 2 India
Vikram Singh shares insights on building successful startups from cities beyond Bangalore and Mumbai.
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Mentorship Roundtables
Choose from 8 roundtable sessions led by experienced founders. Limited to 20 seats per table.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Networking lunch with the Hyderabad startup community.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Workshop: From Idea to MVP in 30 Days
Vikram Singh walks through a practical framework for validating ideas and building MVPs quickly.
3:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Investor Panel: What We Look For in Early-Stage Startups
Vikram Singh moderates a panel of angel investors and early-stage VCs sharing their investment criteria.
Venue
The Leela Palace Conference Hall
HotelBanjara Hills Road No. 2
Organizer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, even though the event is free, registration is required as seats are limited to 300 attendees. Register early to secure your spot.
The main stage pitch slots are pre-selected, but we offer an open mic pitch session during the networking lunch where any attendee can share a 60-second elevator pitch.