Hult Prize at JU 2025–26 ends with Grand Finale

The Hult Prize at Jahangirnagar University 2025–26 successfully concluded with its Grand Finale on 31 January 2026, marking the culmination of months of innovation, competition, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship.

HULT
Photo: Courtesy

Powered by Title Sponsor Fresh Anonna and supported by Strategic Partner bKash, the event celebrated youth-led solutions addressing real-world challenges through sustainable business ideas.

This year’s on-campus program received an overwhelming response, with 132 teams registering from diverse academic disciplines across Jahangirnagar University. Following a rigorous multi-stage evaluation process, including the Abstract Round and Semi-Finals, six finalist teams advanced to the final pitching round held at the Wazed Miah Science Research Center, where they presented their ventures before a distinguished panel of judges.

After careful deliberation, the judges announced the podium winners of the competition:
Champion: Team Hattimatim
1st Runners-up: Team Ideabazz
2nd Runners-up: Team Takdhum

The finalists showcased strong innovation, social impact potential, and business viability, reflecting the growing culture of entrepreneurship and problem-solving among university students.

The day-long finale concluded with a Prize Giving Ceremony and Cultural Night at Selim Al Deen Muktamancha, bringing together participants, faculty members, partners, and guests to celebrate youth leadership and creativity.

The successful execution of the event was made possible through the valued support of partner organizations including Pathao, PRAN Agro, Infogram, Excellence Academy, Jamuna Television, The Business Standard, along with several other supporting partners who contributed to amplifying the reach and impact of the program.

As part of the world’s largest student-led social entrepreneurship movement, Hult Prize at Jahangirnagar University continues to empower young minds to think boldly and build scalable solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, further strengthening the ecosystem for youth-driven innovation in Bangladesh.