PACKATHON Event Structure

Themes for Challenges

7th March 2025

Initial Registration Free

Submission Deadline: 27 February 2024

 IIP – PACKAGING RESOLUTION: Reimagine Packaging for a Sustainable and Innovative Future

About PACKATHON

PACKATHON is a dynamic innovation challenge crafted for startups at various stages of growth, including the Validation Stage, Early Traction Stage, and Scaling Stage. This unique platform provides an incredible opportunity for startups to showcase their innovative ideas, cutting-edge product designs, and exceptional conceptualizations.

Designed to inspire creativity and foster innovation, PACKATHON brings together visionary entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and mentors to collaborate, share knowledge, and push the boundaries of packaging design and materials innovation.

Why Participate?

• Showcase your idea to industry leaders and packaging experts.
• Gain recognition through awards and potential publication in IIP Magazine – Packaging India.
• Connect with peers and professionals to exchange ideas and insights.

Program Details

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all young entrepreneurs and startups.
• Solutions must focus on packaging for a sustainable and innovative future.
• Stages: Ideation, Prototype, or Product.

Golden Opportunity For:

• Ideation & Conceptualization Stage Startups
• Minimum Viable Product (MVP) Stage Startups
• Product Fit Market Stage Startups
• Scaling Stage Startups

Relevant Industries

• Agriculture
• Food & Beverages
• Design
• Logistic Industry
• Cosmetics
• Pharmaceutical
• Medical Product Design
• Other Industries

Innovation Themes

• Sustainable Solutions
• Artificial Intelligence Optimization
• Redesigning and Reengineering
• Pharma Shielding
• Specially Abled Packaging
• Smart Packaging
• Edible Revolution

Event Structure

• Submit detailed presentations/reports before or on the submission deadline.
• Hybrid/Online event for initial screening.
• Shortlisted 30 participants proceed to ideation presentation and product demonstration.
• Participation Fee for Shortlisted Participants: Rs. 10,000/-
• Final selection of 3 participants for incubation.

Submission Deadline: 27 February 2024

Awards & Recognition

• 1st Prize: Rs. 75,000/-
• 2nd Prize: Rs. 50,000/-
• 3rd Prize: Rs. 25,000/-

Participants will gain recognition through awards and potential publication in IIP Magazine – Packaging India.

Opportunity for Finalists:

• Incubation at IIP, Delhi.
• Access to advanced lab equipment, marketing insights, product development support, and industry networking.
• Access to advanced Packaging design studio ,lab equipment.