About IIP PACKATHON 2k26

IIP 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, IIP 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?

• Incubation opportunities at Packnovation Centre (IIP Incubation Centre).
• Access to laboratory facilities, expert mentorship, and industry guidance.
• Exposure to investors, industry leaders, and policy stakeholders.
• Awards, recognition in IIP publication, and national-level visibility.

Programme 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 Re-engineering
• Pharma Shielding
• Specially Abled Packaging
• Smart Packaging
• Edible Packaging Revolution
• Circular Packaging

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: 31st January 2026

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 with 

• Access to advanced lab equipment for product testing, 
• Advanced Packaging design studio, 
• Marketing insights and industry networking.
• Product development support