INSIGNIA 2025
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INSIGNIA 2025

WHAT? WHY? WHEN?

Sep 24 – 25, 2025   10:00 AM

Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra - India

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INSIGNIA – Startup & Innovation Summit 2025

Dates: 24th & 25th September 2025

Venue: A. C. Patil College of Engineering, Plot No. 17, Sector-4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai – 410210

Event Overview

INSIGNIA 2025 is a two-day national-level Startup & Innovation Summit organized by the Institute Innovation Cell (IIC) of A. C. Patil College of Engineering, Navi Mumbai. This event acts as a launchpad for students, aspiring entrepreneurs, innovators, and early-stage startups to showcase creativity, gain mentorship, and connect directly with investors, mentors, industry leaders, and government representatives.

Over two days, participants will engage in keynote speeches, startup pitching rounds, investor networking, workshops, product demos, and panel discussions – aiming to bridge the gap between innovation and execution.

Key Objectives of INSIGNIA 2025

Who Can Participate?

Event Highlights

Domains of Interest

Robotics and Automation Robotics & Automation

Innovative machines enhancing efficiency in industries and daily life.

Agri Tech Agri Tech

Technology improving farming productivity, sustainability, and resource management.

Health Tech Health Tech

Digital innovations revolutionizing healthcare, diagnostics, and patient care.

Sustainable and Green Technologies Sustainable & Green Tech

Eco-friendly solutions promoting renewable energy and environmental conservation.

IoT and Embedded Systems IoT & Embedded Systems

Connected devices enabling smarter environments and seamless automation.

Ed Tech and Smart Learning Platform Ed Tech & Smart Learning

Innovative tools transforming education through technology and interactive platforms.

Competition Structure – Four Rounds

Round 1: Idea Submission (Online)

Submit startup ideas via Google Form → evaluated on originality, feasibility, team capability, and social impact.

Round 2: Offline Pitching (Day 1)

Selected teams pitch in front of judges at ACPCE → shortlisted on innovation, feasibility & scalability.

Round 3: Panel Review & Mentorship (Day 2 Morning)

Teams interact with domain experts & refine pitch decks, demos & strategies.

Round 4: Final Investor Pitch + Q&A (Day 2 Afternoon)

Finalists pitch to investors, VCs & govt bodies → top 5 student teams recognized.

Day-Wise Schedule

Day 1 – 24th September 2025

  • Morning: Inauguration, Keynote Speaker, Shortlist Announcement
  • Afternoon: Round 2 Pitching
  • Evening: Jury evaluation & shortlist for Round 3

Day 2 – 25th September 2025

  • Morning: Round 3 Panel Review & Mentorship
  • Afternoon: Round 4 Investor Pitch + Q&A
  • Evening: Prize Distribution & Closing Ceremony

Speaker Lineup

Dr. Ravindra Pratap Gupta

Dr. Ravindra Pratap Gupta

Associate Professor (Entrepreneurship), BIMTECH | Mentor of Change (NITI Aayog) | Startup Advisor

Mr. Jayesh Khade

Mr. Jayesh Khade

Startup Mentor | Honorary Advisor, WTC Navi Mumbai | Director, SAIDHAM Hospital & Innovinc Global

Mr. B. R. Venkatesh

Mr. B. R. Venkatesh

Tech Entrepreneur | Entrepreneurship Trainer | Guest Faculty, Sophia College

ACPCE College ACPCE Innovation Cell IIC Insignia 2025

  • Registration Process

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    Access:

    • ✅ Access to startup pitch sessions
    • ✅ Networking with founders & investors
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    Exclusive Perks:

    • ✔ 1-to-1 sessions with Top 10 startups
    • ✔ VIP seating during Investor Round
    • ✔ Branding (logo on screens & brochure)
    • ✔ Complimentary hospitality & event kit
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Engineering and management students (maximum 4 per team), early-stage startups, and innovators can participate.

    You can register via our official Google Form link provided above.

    Ideas will be evaluated on originality, feasibility, scalability, team strength, and social impact.

    Yes, certificates will be provided to all participants, speakers, sponsors, and investors.

    Yes, selected startups will receive booth space to showcase their products at the expo.

    Meals are included in sponsor and investor passes. Student passes do not include meals.

    Yes, students can register individually as observers. For competitions, team participation is encouraged.

    Venue

    Our location and how you can get here

    A. C. Patil College of Engineering

    Address

    A. C. Patil College of Engineering
    23J6+6JC, Sector 4, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai,
    Maharashtra - 410210, India

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    Email: insignia@college.edu

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