Applications are open for Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026. Entrepreneurship World Cup is one of the world’s largest and most prestigious startup competitions, offering over $1 million in equity-free funding to entrepreneurs across the globe.
The competition provides a powerful platform for startups at all stages to gain global exposure, mentorship, and access to investors, while competing for life-changing funding opportunities.
The Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) is a global startup pitch competition organized by the and partners, bringing together founders from over 190 countries.
Since its launch, the competition has supported hundreds of thousands of entrepreneurs by providing access to funding, mentorship, and global markets. The 2026 edition will culminate in a global finals event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where top startups will pitch live to investors and industry leaders.
Entrepreneurship World Cup Benefits
- Investor Access
- Connect with VCs and corporate partners
- Market Entry
- Soft-landing support for scaling in Saudi Arabia & MENA Region
- Mentorship
- 1:1 sessions with industry leaders
- Global Stage
- Compete in Riyadh at the EWC Global Finals
- $1M Prizes
- Equity-free cash awards across 12 winners
Prizes
MVP & Traction (Early Stage)
- Grand Prize
- $200,000
- Runner Up
- $150,000
- 3rd Place
- $90,000
- 4th Place
- $50,000
Scaling & Revenue (Growth Stage)
- Grand Prize
- $160,000
- Runner Up
- $100,000
Concept Validation (Idea Stage)
- Grand Prize
- $30,000
- Runner Up
- $20,000
AI Sub-Tracks
Specialized prizes for cutting-edge innovation
- AI Infrastructure & Platforms
- $50,000
- Smart Manufacturing & Mobility
- $50,000
- Energy, Water & Sustainable Systems
- $50,000
- Gaming & Immersive Tech
- $50,000
Eligibility Criteria for Entrepreneurship World Cup
EWC is open to startups at all stages. No matter where you are in your journey, there is a place for you.
- Idea Stage
- Entrepreneurs with a concept or prototype
- Looking to validate and build
- Early Stage
- Startups with a product in market
- Generating early revenue
- Seeking traction
- Growth Stage
- Established companies
- Scaling operations
- Expanding into new markets
Program Timeline
The Entrepreneurship World Cup follows a structured global process:
- Applications Open: November 2025 – May 2026
- Top 250 Selection: July 2026
- Virtual Bootcamp: August 2026
- Top 100 Finalists: September 2026
- Global Finals (Riyadh): November 2026
How To Apply for Entrepreneurship World Cup
Application Deadline: May 2026 (Early application is strongly recommended due to the competitive selection process)
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