• Apna.co, in collaboration with Chandigarh University and Venture Catalysts, launches Campus Tank, a national startup platform for youth.
• A $6 million funding pool will support entrepreneurs under 30 with capital, incubation, mentorship, and training.
• Over 20,000 registrations received; strong interest seen in AI, Clean Energy, and Healthcare sectors.

In a major boost to India’s youth led startup ecosystem, Apna.co, the country’s leading jobs and careers platform, has announced the nationwide launch of ‘Campus Tank’, India's largest startup launchpad for young entrepreneurs. Launched in partnership with Chandigarh University and Venture Catalysts, the initiative comes with a massive $6 million funding pool aimed at empowering founders under the age of 30.

The program will offer structured incubation, expert mentorship, and capital support to help budding entrepreneurs scale their ideas into viable businesses. Since registrations opened, over 20,000 young founders from across the country have shown interest in joining the initiative.

Submissions indicate rising youth focus on deep tech and impact driven innovation. Around 23% of applications are in AI, Data, and Future Tech, followed by 15% in Climate & Clean Energy and another 15% in Healthcare & Wellness, clearly reflecting the changing aspirations of India’s young innovators.

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With its network of 6 crore+ job seekers and 7 lakh+ employers, Apna.co brings unmatched scale. Chandigarh University adds academic strength through its incubator, which filed 1,126 patents and enabled Rs 5 crore+ startup funding in 2023-24. Venture Catalysts enhances the platform with a strong investor ecosystem.

Registrations are now open, and selected startups will compete at Demo Day for Campus Tank Spotlight Awards and investor backing.

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