Thirty-four questions, eight topics.
Food startups, bakery entrepreneurs, food processing innovators, FoodTech founders, packaging innovators, AgriTech and sustainability startups, students and researchers.
No strict age limit. Student and early-career applicants are welcome, with guardian representation recommended for minors.
Yes. Existing businesses may apply if presenting a distinct, innovative product, process or technology.
No. BakeNext welcomes applicants from across India building for the Indian food and bakery market.
No. BakeNext is open to applicants beyond BAKE’s existing 12,000+ member base.
No.
No. Idea and prototype-stage applicants are welcome; formal registration is not mandatory at the application stage.
August 2026.
No.
The online application form, a pitch deck, founder and team background, and supporting documents where applicable.
No. Please select the single category that best represents your venture.
No.
Against innovation, market opportunity, scalability, business model, team strength and impact.
Your application is reviewed by BAKE’s screening panel; shortlisted applicants are invited to Online Pitch Round 1.
Two: Online Pitch Round 1 and Online Pitch Round 2.
The Top 10 ventures advance to the live Grand Finale.
Yes. Shortlisted non-finalist applicants receive evaluation feedback.
10 minutes of live presentation followed by 5 minutes of Q&A with judges.
A condensed version. Details are shared directly with shortlisted applicants.
Teams are welcome and encouraged.
Problem, solution, market opportunity, business model, traction, team and funding ask, with 10 to 15 slides recommended.
A panel of 3+ senior industry leaders and evaluation experts.
Innovation 25%, market opportunity 20%, scalability 20%, business model 15%, team strength 10%, impact 10%.
Yes, at every stage of evaluation.
Cash prizes, investor introductions, media recognition and continued mentorship access.
Cash prizes go to the Top 3; all Top 10 finalists receive recognition, certification and investor introductions.
Yes. All applicants who complete the process receive participation acknowledgement.
30 to 50 investors, including angel networks, VCs and corporate innovation leads.
BakeNext facilitates introductions and follow-up conversations; funding decisions happen through investors’ standard due diligence processes.
Use the investor access request on the contact page, or write to the BakeNext programme team.
Adlux International Convention & Exhibition Centre, NH 544, Karukutty, Angamaly, Kochi 683576, 10 minutes from Cochin International Airport and 5 km from Angamaly Railway Station.
Day 02, 10 October 2026, Bake Expo’s Innovation & Launches day.
Yes. Top 10 finalists must be present in person for the live Grand Finale.
Yes. All participants receive official acknowledgement, and finalists receive additional recognition certificates.