Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) is a grant from Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with Monsha'at (Saudi Arabia) for founders in idea, early and growth stage, all industries, applying from the country of headquarters. It provides US$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each). The current deadline is 31 May 2027.
Key facts
| Amount / benefit | US$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each) (US$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each)) |
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| Provider | Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with Monsha'at (Saudi Arabia) |
| Where | Pan-India |
| Stage | Early Revenue, Growth, Idea, Prototype |
| Deadline | 31 May 2027 |
What is Entrepreneurship World Cup?
Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) — US$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each) — Founders in idea, early and growth stage, all industries, applying from the country of headquarters; startups must be under 10 years old at the Global Finals date. No application fee at any stage. It is run by Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with Monsha'at (Saudi Arabia).
This is equity funding — the investor (often through a fund) takes a stake in your company in exchange for capital, rather than lending or granting money. You give up some ownership; you don’t repay it like a loan. The amount and form of support that actually apply to you depend on the programme’s rules and how your application is assessed — they are not fixed for every applicant.
Like most government programmes, it has its own eligibility conditions, documentation and application window, and these terms are revised from time to time. Because of that, it is worth confirming the current eligibility, amount and deadline on the official programme page before you invest time in applying.
Who is eligible for Entrepreneurship World Cup?
Founders in idea, early and growth stage, all industries, applying from the country of headquarters; startups must be under 10 years old at the Global Finals date. No application fee at any stage. Not for: Startups more than 10 years old at the Global Finals..
How much does Entrepreneurship World Cup give, and in what form?
US$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each), as uS$1 million in equity-free cash prizes across 12 winners (Early-stage grand prize US$200,000; Growth US$160,000; Idea US$30,000; AI sub-tracks US$50,000 each).
Frequently asked questions
What kind of support is this?
This is equity funding — the investor (often through a fund) takes a stake in your company in exchange for capital, rather than lending or granting money. You give up some ownership; you don’t repay it like a loan.
Who runs this programme?
Entrepreneurship World Cup (EWC) is offered by Global Entrepreneurship Network (GEN) with Monsha'at (Saudi Arabia). Eligibility and approval rest with them; the criteria and amounts are set by the programme.
Is there a deadline to apply?
The programme lists a deadline of 2027-05-31. Government timelines can change, so confirm the current date on the official programme page before you apply.
How do I know if I’m eligible?
Read “Who can apply” above for the programme’s own criteria. If you’d like a quick read on your specific case, our free 2-minute eligibility check maps your stage, sector and revenue to what you can realistically claim.
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Source and verification
No official page is linked for this programme yet. Verification date pending. Government programmes change — confirm current eligibility, amounts and deadlines on the official programme page before you apply. CapEasy is a private consultancy and is not affiliated with any government authority.