SIFT THROUGH WRECKAGE

~ From Ruin to Revenue ~

One person’s trash is another’s treasure. Teams are dropped into the remains of a failed business with the mission to identify hidden gems and pivot them into a successful startup.

Uncover value where others see failure, transforming a “diamond in the rough” into a scalable venture.

⚠️ MANDATORY: Bring Laptops, Extension Cords, Power Banks, & Stationery
Team: 4–5 Members
Fee: ₹200 / Team
Prize Pool: ₹9,000

The Salvage Process

Phase 1: The Salvage Pitch

Identify one valuable asset from a "Failed Company Portfolio." Deliver a 2-minute pitch to propose your new pivot. Selected teams receive virtual seed funding.

Mystery Phase: The Boneyard
Enter a trading and negotiation phase to acquire necessary resources. Strategic decision-making is critical.

Phase 2: The Scale-Up

Present a "Mini-Deck" covering resource utilization, market positioning, and a 2-year growth roadmap to the judges.

Operational Rules

  • Inter-college & Inter-specialization allowed.
  • No prior experience required.
  • Participants must bring all hardware.
  • No plagiarism or malpractice allowed.

Judging Metrics

  • Pivot Creativity & Innovation
  • Financial Acumen (Costs/Revenue)
  • Market Realism & Scalability
  • Resource Logic & Pitch Quality
Start the Salvage