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:

Seed-Stage & AI
Agro & Sustainable Tech
Growth Stage
The best 10 startups of each category shall be given an opportunity to pitch in the event amidst industry leaders and investors. The winners of each category will be decided by an expert jury, receiving:
Award of INR 10 Lakhs for Agro & Sustainable Tech category
Award of INR 10 Lakhs for Seed-Stage category & Ai category
Pitching for Growth-Stage category and Awards for Winners from Guest of Honour
Nav Pitch Arena Event

Zone 4 - Startup Arena | Super Expo

A curated startup exhibition platform designed for visibility, partnerships, and scale.

Limited to 100 startups only

Key Benefits:

Global visibility and brand exposure
International market entry opportunities
Government access and policy support
Direct access to investors and capital
Strategic partnerships and collaborations
Faster growth and scale enablement

Focus Sectors:

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics
Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Robotics
Climate-tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability
Climate-tech, Clean Energy & Sustainability
Agri-Tech & Food Processing
Agri-Tech & Food Processing
Tourism, Culture & Hospitality
Tourism, Culture & Hospitality
Education-Tech & Future Skill Systems
Education-Tech & Future Skill Systems

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

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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