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Applications are currently being accepted for the VivaTech Next Startupper Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Next Startupper Award celebrates student entrepreneurs driving positive change through innovation. This inter-school and university competition offers aspiring founders the opportunity to pitch their impact-driven solutions to leading tech and entrepreneurship experts at VivaTech.
For the 6 finalists
Speaker Passes (4-day VIP access)
Pitch at VivaTech on the Pitch Studio Stage
A masterclass with the CEO of Welcome To The Jungle
Dedicated program during the 4 days of the event
For the Winner
All of the rewards previously mentioned
Pitch on the Main Stage of VivaTech
€5,000 check
A startup corner at the 2027 edition
To qualify, applicants must:
Be enrolled in a higher education institution
Provide valid proof of student status (student card or enrollment certificate)
Have founded their startup less than three years ago
Present a technology-oriented startup
Demonstrate measurable social and/or environmental impact
Submit the application in English
There are no restrictions on nationality or country of residence.
Apply for VivaTech Next Startupper Award
