Hult Prize at Jagannath University is set to organise ‘InnoVerve’, a multidisciplinary innovation and skill development festival aimed at fostering creativity, critical thinking, entrepreneurship and practical skills among university students.

The festival will feature five competitive segments: BizBrain, DesignVerve, Voice Vibe, Pitch Perfect and Shorts Studio, offering students a platform to showcase their talents, exchange ideas and gain practical experience beyond the classroom.

BizBrain will test participants’ business knowledge, market awareness and strategic thinking, while DesignVerve will focus on graphic design and visual communication. Voice Vibe will highlight public speaking and presentation skills, whereas Shorts Studio will encourage creative storytelling through short-form videos and documentaries.

Meanwhile, Pitch Perfect, a team-based startup idea competition exclusively for first- and second-year undergraduate students, will encourage young innovators to develop practical business solutions to real-world challenges.

According to the organisers, registration will remain open until November 14, 2026, followed by preliminary evaluations from November 16 to 21. The grand finale is tentatively scheduled for December 5, 2026, bringing together shortlisted participants to showcase their skills and innovative ideas.

Through InnoVerve, Hult Prize at Jagannath University aims to bridge academic learning with practical experience while promoting leadership, collaboration, creativity and entrepreneurial thinking. The initiative also seeks to create an engaging environment where students from diverse academic backgrounds can explore their potential, develop essential professional skills and contribute to a growing culture of innovation on campus.