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BUILD 5.0 , Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program
by Boeing India
BUILD 5.0 is the Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program designed to nurture the next generation of innovators in India. As part of Boeing's long-term innovation strategy, the program supports graduating students from the Class of 2026 and early-stage entrepreneurs who are working on bold, impactful ideas. For the 2026 cohort, Boeing India is partnering with T-Hub to deliver a structured innovation journey that helps participants refine ideas, strengthen business models
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- University students building innovations in aerospace, defence or sustainability.
About this scheme
BUILD 5.0 is the Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program designed to nurture the next generation of innovators in India. As part of Boeing's long-term innovation strategy, the program supports graduating students from the Class of 2026 and early-stage entrepreneurs who are working on bold, impactful ideas.
For the 2026 cohort, Boeing India is partnering with T-Hub to deliver a structured innovation journey that helps participants refine ideas, strengthen business models, and transform concepts into viable products. The program focuses on real-world challenges in aerospace, defence, sustainability, and emerging technologies.
Participants gain access to Boeing's global expertise, India's leading startup ecosystem through T-Hub, and a national platform to showcase their innovations. Selected teams compete for grant funding to further develop their ideas while benefiting from mentorship, learning, and ecosystem exposure.
Who can apply
- Students who are graduating or have graduated in 2026
- Early-stage startup entrepreneurs at the pre-seed idea or conceptualization stage
- Startups must not have received any external funding
- Applicants must be based in India
- Teams with non-technical backgrounds are also eligible to apply
Eligible entity types: Individual Innovator
Benefits & funding
Headline support
Up to Rs. 10 lakh
- Participants receive grant funding, mentorship, structured learning, and ecosystem exposure.
- Benefits include access to Boeing's global expertise, India's leading startup ecosystem, and a national platform to showcase innovations.
- The program supports idea refinement, business model strengthening, and product transformation.
How the application process works
The journey below is informational, compiled from the official program guidelines. Applications are submitted directly with Boeing India, in your own name.
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The process involves online application submission, screening by program partners, and pitching to an eminent jury at Boeing.
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Winners are then selected to receive grant support.
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Open the official applicationFrequently asked questions
How much funding does BUILD 5.0 , Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program provide?
BUILD 5.0 , Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program provides up to Rs. 10 lakh. The exact amount sanctioned depends on the proposal and the evaluation by the program authority.
Is BUILD 5.0 , Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program currently accepting applications?
Applications currently closed. Always confirm the current window with the program authority before preparing your application.
Does BUILD 5.0 , Boeing University Innovation Leadership Development Program take equity?
No. This program is listed as equity-free, which means the funding does not dilute your shareholding. Review the official terms for any debt or convertible components.
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