For Startups (Seed-stage to Growth-stage)
NKGSS is designed to convert startups into market-ready economic engines with real commercial, institutional, and enterprise traction.
- Direct access to VCs, angel networks, banks, NBFCs, corporate funds, and global investors actively scouting deployable opportunities
- Structured startup pitches (seed & growth stage) with pathways to investment, awards, and MoUs
- Policy and regulatory clarity through direct engagement with Startup India, NITI Aayog, SIDBI, GST, IT Ministry, and senior government officials
- Live exhibition opportunities to showcase products and innovations to 10 lakh+ visitors, CXOs, global delegates, and media
- Sector-focused acceleration across AI, robotics, climate-tech, agro-innovation, sustainability, smart manufacturing, and digital enterprises
- Dedicated programs from Foreign and Indian successful coaches: to help startups reach their first ₹1 Cr in revenue through banking access, founder playbooks, and scaling sessions
- High-value networking opportunities with founders, corporates and industry leaders, enabling partnerships, pilot projects, enterprise deployments, and long-term business contracts
- Direct exposure to large enterprises and PSU stakeholders looking for startup-led solutions, collaborations and vendor onboarding
- Practical founder education through expert panels and scale-up sessions designed for real-world startup execution.
- Career inspiration, mentorship, and tangible growth opportunities through direct interaction with founders, industry leaders, and key ecosystem enablers.
- National recognition, awards, and institutional validation that strengthens investor and enterprise trust
For startups, NKGSS is where exposure meets execution.
Zone 4 - Startup Arena Pitching
Nav Pitch Arena invites seed stage & growth stage startups for precision pitching in front of global investors, accelerators, venture funds etc.
The participants get to apply to three categories:
Zone 4 - Startup Arena | Super Expo
A curated startup exhibition platform designed for visibility, partnerships, and scale.
Limited to 100 startups only
Key Benefits:
Focus Sectors:
The Startup Super Expo enables founders to showcase innovations to investors, enterprises, government representatives, CXOs, and a massive public audience, creating real opportunities for growth and adoption.
Invite Only Pre-Event
Session by #1 Ai Trainer Scott for Startup Founders
T. Scott Clendaniel
AI Curriculum Leader & Instructor at LinkedIn|Senior AI Curriculum Advisor at University of Pennsylvania | Chief Learning Officer at Nautilus-AI.com
Event Entry
White & Gold Pass
Exclusive: INVITE ONLY | NOT FOR SALE
Dedicated main stage seating for
Speaking sessions across multiple stages
Early access to all exhibitors
Special "Kerala Sadhya" on Day 1 and Day 2 by the renowned Pazhayadam
Transport and accommodation provided
Pre-appointed meetings with exhibitors, startups, and delegates
Access to pre- and post-event exclusive roundtables
Dedicated Event Managers for Day 1 and Day 2
Silver Pass
Dedicated seating on the main stage
Entry across all main stage events and exhibition areas
Access to pre-invited events, webinars, and one-on-one interaction with the Guest of Honour (on registration)
Lunch included
First 250 registrations get access to a networking lunch with Gold Pass holders
Local transport provided
All exhibitors and startups fall under the Silver category
Program Manager support
Blue Pass
Free of charge registration
General entry across the event
Access to the inauguration ceremony
Seating is limited on the main stage (NO ASSURED SEATING, First Come, First Served)
Access to main stage sessions and exhibition areas – Zone 2, Zone 3, and Zone 4
Access to Zone 5 – Taste of Kerala
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