Hyderabad, August 14, 2025 — The CII Centre of Excellence for Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Startups (CII CIES) has opened applications for the 3rd edition of its Women in Innovation (WIN) Compendium, set to be unveiled at the upcoming ICONN Summit 2025 in Hyderabad.
The WIN Compendium is a flagship initiative that recognizes and showcases 50 pioneering women-led startups from across India. More than just a publication, this platform celebrates excellence, resilience, and breakthrough innovations by women entrepreneurs driving change in diverse sectors, including healthcare, deep tech, enterprise SaaS, agritech, EV, and FMCG.
Benefits of Participation:
- Market Access & Visibility: Gain exclusive access to CII’s vast industry network for new growth opportunities.
- Affiliation with CII CIES: Join India’s premier innovation ecosystem (subject to eligibility criteria).
- National Recognition: Showcase entrepreneurial achievements to a national audience.
- Strategic Networking: Connect with investors, corporates, and policymakers for funding, mentorship, and collaborations.
- Inspiration: Serve as a role model for aspiring women innovators.
Eligibility Criteria:
- DPIIT-registered startup with proof of incorporation.
- Minimum revenue of INR 10 lakhs in the previous financial year.
- Minimum 26% equity held by women in leadership roles.
- Startup must be less than 10 years old and operational for at least two years with an innovative business model.
Women startup founders and co-founders are encouraged to apply via:
https://startupaffiliation.ciicies.in/programs/apply/wom4675/women-in-innovation-win-compendium-2025
The last date for submission is 20 August 2025.
For more details, applicants can contact Ms. Priyanka at priyanka.mukhija@cii.in or +91 9873673940.
