BUILD 5.0 – Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program by FITT IIT Delhi

₹10 lakh prize competition for deeptech early-stage startups & students.

BUILD 5.0 – Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program is a national-level innovation and startup development initiative jointly implemented by the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi and Boeing. The program is designed to foster high-impact entrepreneurship in strategic domains including Aerospace, Spacetech, Electric Vehicles, E-Mobility, Green Energy, Sustainability, and Social Impact.

The 2026 edition envisions building a collaborative ecosystem that transforms early-stage ideas into scalable ventures through structured mentoring, bootcamps, and competitive pitch platforms. Selected teams gain mentorship from Boeing experts, IIT Delhi faculty, and startup ecosystem leaders. Participants receive access to advanced technology labs, prototyping facilities, and product development infrastructure at FITT-IIT Delhi. The program also connects startups with venture capital firms and angel networks through FITT’s investment ecosystem.

BUILD operates through a multi-stage competitive model including application screening, regional bootcamps, pitch competitions, and a national finale hosted at Boeing’s campus. Top teams receive national exposure, industry immersion, and the opportunity to compete for prize money of up to ₹10 lakh to support further development of their innovation.