Ideabaaz, India's emerging startup funding and entrepreneurship platform, announced the launch of Ideabaaz Startup Fest 2026; a five-day event dedicated to fostering entrepreneurship and innovation. Scheduled from August 26–30, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, the fest will host over 300 startups, 150+ investors, industry leaders, mentors, and ecosystem stakeholders, positioning itself as a premier destination for startup funding, networking, mentorship, and industry recognition.

Building on the success of its inaugural TV season which was broadcasted on ZeeTv and streamed on Zee5, Ideabaaz Startup Fest 2026 will feature a large-scale startup exhibition, a six-week founder cohort programme, live Demo Day pitches, startup awards, workshops, and investor networking opportunities. Designed around the philosophy of "Idea Aapka. Paisa Humara.", the festival aims to bridge the gap between promising entrepreneurs and capital by creating a platform where founders can showcase innovations, access mentorship, engage directly with investors, and accelerate their growth journeys.