Chapters by E-Cell IIT Bombay 2026

Ready to dive into the world of startups, networking, and innovation?
Chapters is a premier nationwide entrepreneurial initiative spearheaded by E-Cell IIT Bombay (Asia's Largest Student-Run Entrepreneurship Body). Designed to bring the ultimate startup experience directly to your city, Chapters connects the people who drive real change—students, founders, industry leaders, and mentors—under one roof.

Hosted at SNS College of Technology (SNSCT), this one-day mega event bridges the gap between aspiring student entrepreneurs and industry stalwarts. We engineer experiences that spark real collaboration and lasting impact. Whether you want to pitch a groundbreaking startup idea, learn from the failures and successes of top founders, or understand the current investment landscape directly from venture capitalists, Chapters is your stepping stone into the global entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Founder’s Diary (Speaker session with successful founders)

Investor’s Conclave (Insights from top investors)

2-Minute Pitching (Live startup pitching to investors)

IPL Auction (Strategy and team-building simulation)

Virtual Stock Analysis (Simulated trading and market analysis)

BMC Workshop & Filing Competition (Business Model Canvas hands-on session and contest)

Case Competition (Real-world business problem-solving)

Networking Arena (Open-floor networking for students, startups, and mentors)

BMC Workshop & Filing: A hands-on, mentor-led session on building a Business Model Canvas (BMC), focusing on framework building, resource allocation, and scaling strategies for early-stage ideas.

Virtual Stock Analysis Workshop: A simulation-based session on market fundamentals, trading strategies, and analytical skills in the current financial ecosystem.

Innovative Startup Ideas & Pitch Decks
Emerging Business Models (FinTech, EdTech, HealthTech, etc.)
Sustainable and Social Entrepreneurship
Case Studies on Startup Failures & Successes
Technology Transfer & Commercialization
Note: Open to all branches with innovative business or product ideas.

Online Registration Deadline: September 3, 2026

Spot Registration: Available at the venue on September 4, 2026, starting at 9:00 AM (Subject to availability).

Early registration is highly recommended to secure pitching and auction slots.

₹150 (per person)
(This includes the official Chapter Pass, E-Cell IIT Bombay Certificate of Participation, and access to all speaker sessions, workshops, and competitions)

SNS College of Technology is located at SNS Kalvi Nagar, Sathy Main Road (NH-209), Saravanampatti, Coimbatore. It is easily accessible from all major transit points in the city:
From Coimbatore Railway Station (Distance: ~15 km):
Take a local town bus or book a cab/auto (Ola, Uber, Red Taxi) directly to the campus. Direct buses are available from the railway station to Gandhipuram, from where you can take connecting buses to Saravanampatti.

From Gandhipuram Central Bus Stand (Distance: ~12 km):
This is the most convenient transit hub. Multiple town buses travel frequently along the Sathy Road route. Board any bus heading towards Sathy or Annur and get down at the "SNS College Bus Stop".

From Coimbatore International Airport (Distance: ~9 km):
The easiest way to reach the college from the airport is by booking an Ola, Uber, or Red Taxi, which will take about 20-30 minutes depending on the traffic.

(Note for Participants: Search for "SNS College of Technology (SNSCT)" on Google Maps for accurate real-time driving directions.)