FEMPRENEUR Competition

FEMPRENEUR Competition

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Celebrating the spirit of innovation, entrepreneurship, and women empowerment, the FEMPRENEUR Competition identifies, mentors, and celebrates emerging women entrepreneurs across India. Designed to inspire and support aspiring women founders, this competition invites participants to showcase their business ideas, prototypes, or startup ventures to a jury of experts from finance, industry, technology, and social impact sectors.

Recognizing Emerging Women Entrepreneurs

We honor those who are:

  • Pioneering innovative solutions to solve real-world problems
  • Scaling businesses that impact communities sustainably
  • Bridging the gender gap in entrepreneurship by empowering women from diverse backgrounds
  • Turning bold ideas into scalable ventures that drive economic and social transformation

Award Categories Include:

  • Best Women Entrepreneur (Rural/Urban)
  • Most Promising Startup Idea
  • Innovation in Social Impact
  • Best Prototype/Business Model
  • Best Rural/Tribal Entrepreneur
  • Most Scalable Startup Idea

Transparent & Inclusive Selection

Each nomination is evaluated by a panel of industry experts, venture capitalists, and social impact professionals. The evaluation process includes pitch presentations, market validation, and business model assessments based on innovation, scalability, and community impact.

Powered by Partnerships

The FEMPRENEUR Competition is powered by COWE's network of industry leaders, financial institutions, and government bodies committed to fostering inclusive growth and entrepreneurship.

Inspiring Through Mentorship & Recognition

Beyond awards, participants gain opportunities for:

  • Mentorship from industry experts
  • Seed funding and incubation support
  • National media coverage and visibility
  • Networking with key stakeholders
  • Market validation and real-world insights

Empowering Women Entrepreneurs to Lead

FEMPRENEUR serves as a launchpad for women-led startups, transforming innovative ideas into impactful businesses. Through this initiative, COWE fosters a vibrant ecosystem of women innovators, driving positive change in India's entrepreneurial landscape.