TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt

The TBS Graduates Scholar Hunt is a scholarship program initiated by The Business Standard and aimed at recognising and supporting outstanding students from different disciplines.

Mission: To empower and reward exceptional student talent by promoting new ideas and creating opportunities.

Vision: To create a platform that nurtures visionary minds, promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, connects students with industry experts and shapes a generation of forward-thinking leaders who will shape the future across diverse industries.

Competition Categories:

  • Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition
    Sustainable Design Competition
    Energy-Saving Idea Competition

How to Participate:

For a shot at the scholarship, submit your original ideas, designs, or prototype creations by filling the virtual form on our website. Our jury of experts will evaluate your submissions based on creativity, feasibility, and impact.

Why Participate?

  • Gain recognition for your exceptional skills and innovative ideas.
  • Connect with industry leaders, experts to expand your horizons.
  • Secure a TK 1 lakh scholarship to fuel your academic journey and future endeavours.
  • Hone your skills through constructive feedback from professionals.

For details click your desired category name below 

Business Administration- Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition

Unleash your entrepreneurial spirit and pitch groundbreaking business ideas.

Who can apply?

  • Undergraduate students from recognised universities in Bangladesh.
  • Majoring in any department of Business Administration.
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.75.

What would you pitch?

  • An original and innovative product idea that demonstrates entrepreneurial potential.
  • Address a real-world problem through the idea.

Pitch must include:

  1. comprehensive description of the product idea
  2. market relevance
  3. target audience
  4. potential impact
  5. budget outlining
  6. required resources
  7. projected revenue and expenditure plan

Documentation: In the first round, applicants need to submit the following:

• Proposal outlining their Business concept (not exceeding 1000 words).
• Relevant diagrams, chart, graph, and financial calculations.

Architecture- Sustainable Design Competition

Shape the future of sustainable living through innovative architectural designs.

Who can apply?

  • Undergraduate students from recognised universities in Bangladesh.
  • Majoring in any discipline of Architecture.
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.75.

What would you pitch?

  • Sustainable design solution that is both eco-friendly and energy-efficient.
  • Designs can be solutions for reducing environmental impact.
  • Promoting sustainable practices.
  • Address a significant social or structural problem in Bangladesh through the design.
  • The structure design is not limited to living space. It can also include bridges, infrastructure, shelter, social structures, monuments, recreation centers etc.

Documentation: In the first round, applicants need to submit the following:
• Proposal outlining sustainable design concept (not exceeding 1000 words).
• Relevant diagrams, sketches, or visuals to illustrate their design idea.
• Brief explanation of how the design addresses a specific social or structural challenge.

Engineering and Technology - Energy-Saving Idea Competition

Engineer the future with energy saving ideas!

Who can apply?

  • Undergraduate students from recognised universities in Bangladesh.
  • Majoring in any discipline of degrees in various engineering and technology, like:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Materials Science and Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Sustainable Energy Engineering
  • Computer Science (for software-based energy-saving solutions)
  • Minimum CGPA of 2.75.

What would you pitch?

  • Design and build a functional prototype of an energy-saving device or service.
  • Focus on conserving electricity for consumers at a very low price.
  • Use readily available materials to ensure feasibility and affordability.
  • Concept paper must include:
  • Description of the device and its functionality.
  • List of materials used, with explanations of their selection.
  • Schematics, diagrams, and any necessary technical drawings.
  • Step-by-step assembly instructions.
  • Explanation of how the device conserves electricity.

Documentation: In the first round, applicants need to submit the following:

  • A written proposal outlining their concept (not exceeding 1000 words).
  • Relevant diagrams, sketches, or visuals to illustrate their design idea.
  • A brief explanation of how the design addresses a specific challenge.

Important Dates:
Submission Starts: September 10
Submission Deadline: October 30
For any queries mail us on [email protected]

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