Next Startupper Award 2026 for Aspiring Founders

The Next Startupper Award 2026 is an inter-school and university competition for student entrepreneurs with impact-driven startup projects less than three years old. Finalists pitch to tech and entrepreneurship experts at VivaTech and compete for prizes including speaker passes, masterclasses, and up to €5,000. The competition celebrates innovation and positive social or environmental impact while offering visibility, expert feedback, and networking opportunities with investors and industry leaders.