Apply Now for a Chance to Win $10,000 at World Startup Championship

The World Startup Championship 2025 — a key feature of SEE Pakistan, one of the country’s largest entrepreneurship expos — is now accepting applications from innovators, startups, and growing businesses across Pakistan.

The event provides a platform for visibility, networking, mentorship, and funding opportunities for emerging ventures.

Organized by the Association of Private Sector Universities of Pakistan (APSUP) and co-hosted by Superior University, the championship will bring together diverse ideas and participants from across the country. As a Community & Media Partner, Folklore Magazine invites interested candidates to apply with its reference.

Who Can Apply?

The competition is open to both early-stage startups and established scaleups:

For Startups

• Must have a validated prototype.
• University students with a viable business idea supported by a functional prototype are also eligible.

For Scaleups

• Must be operating in the market since at least last year.
• Must have generated a minimum of $10,000 in annual revenue.

Categories Open for Entry

Participants can apply under the following sectors:

• Technology & Digital Innovation
• Engineering, Manufacturing & Construction
• Fashion, Textile & Lifestyle
• Environmental Sustainability & Climate Tech
• Agriculture & Food Systems
• Social Impact Art & Design
• Logistics, Transportation & Mobility
• Creative Industries & Education
• Health, Wellness & Sports
• Mining & Raw Material

Rewards and Opportunities

• Cash Prizes of up to $10,000
• Exposure to potential investors, mentors, and academic institutions
• National recognition within Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem

Deadline and How to Apply

• Application Deadline: 31st May, 2025
• Apply here: https://seepakistan.com.pk/apply-now-wsc25/