Elan & nVision

What Elan & nVision does

Elan & nVision is the annual techno-cultural fest organized by students of the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT Hyderabad). Held over three days in January (January 9-11, 2026 edition), the fest combines technical competitions (ENIGMA CTF, Drone Racing, Blockchain Hackathon, Innov-AI-tion, Maze Explorer, Robo Soccer), cultural events (Battle of Bands, Campus Idol, Glitz & Glamour, Filmfare Fiesta, Nrityanjali dance), and literary contests. In 2026, the organization launched nVisionX, its inaugural annual technology summit themed 'Sustainability and Green Energy', held on January 10, 2026 at the IIT Hyderabad Convention Centre, bringing together academia, industry, and government stakeholders. The primary audiences are college students from IIT Hyderabad and other Indian institutions, industry professionals and corporate leaders, government officials, and researchers.

Name

Elan & nVision

Legal name

Elan & nVision, IIT Hyderabad

Website

https://elan.org.in

Company type

Private

Founded year

2026

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Elan & nVision is a student-run annual techno-cultural fest at IIT Hyderabad featuring tech, cultural, and literary competitions alongside the nVisionX tech summit on sustainability, serving students, industry professionals, and government officials.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Hyderabad

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Event Registration Fees: Revenue generated from sale of Visitor Passes (₹299–₹400) and Explorer Passes (₹699–₹800) for the nVisionX tech summit and Elan & nVision fest. Fees grant access to exhibits, keynote sessions, competitions, and in the case of Explorer Pass, exclusive networking lunch.
2. Corporate Sponsorship: Revenue and support in kind from corporate sponsors across multiple tiers (Title Sponsor, Co-Title Sponsor, Gold Sponsor, and category-specific partners). Sponsors include Deutsche Börse, Greenko, Amara Raja, Sonoco India, Hindustan Petroleum, KLA, and approximately 30 other companies providing financial support, in-kind contributions, and brand visibility in exchange for student talent access, brand exposure, and association with innovation.
3. Accommodation Fees: Revenue from on-campus accommodation bookings during the fest. Single night, 2-night, and 3-night stay options with combo offers available. Meals included with accommodation bookings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Elan & nVision is a student-organized annual techno-cultural fest of IIT Hyderabad held over three days, featuring competitions across Tech, Cultural, and Literary tracks, performances, concerts, and workshops. In 2026 it launched nVisionX, a dedicated technology summit with the theme 'Sustainability and Green Energy' that brings together academia, industry, government officials, and students through keynotes, an expo, and the GHMC Design Challenge. Revenue is generated through event registration passes, on-campus accommodation, and corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Elan & nVision is a student-run event organization hosting IIT Hyderabad's annual techno-cultural fest (Elan & nVision) and its technology summit component (nVisionX). The organization operates through its primary website (elan.org.in) and tech summit platform (nvisionx.elan.org.in). The product portfolio includes the flagship three-day techno-cultural fest featuring Tech, Cultural, and Literary competitions; the nVisionX annual technology summit focused on Sustainability and Green Energy; dedicated workshop programs for skills development; and on-campus accommodation services. Registration and payment processing are facilitated through Unstop and Razorpay integrations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• nVisionX: The Tech-Summit component of Elan & nVision, focused on Sustainability and Green Energy, hosted at IIT Hyderabad.

Products and services

• Elan & nVision 2026 Fest Three-day techno-cultural fest held at IIT Hyderabad celebrating innovation, performances, and competitions. Includes tech, cultural, and literary competitions, workshops, and concerts. Targeted at college students and young professionals.
• nVisionX Tech Summit Inaugural annual technology summit component of Elan & nVision, focused on 'Sustainability and Green Energy'. Features keynote addresses, industry panels, competitions, expo, and networking opportunities bringing together academia, industry, and government stakeholders.
• Tech Competitions Technical competitions including ENIGMA CTF (cybersecurity), GAME JAM, DRONE RACING, MAZE EXPLORER, ROBO SOCCER, BLOCKCHAIN HACKATHON, INNOV-AI-TION, and DEV DUEL with prize pools ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹50,000. For college students and tech enthusiasts.
• Cultural Competitions Cultural competitions including NRITYANJALI (dance), BATTLE OF BANDS, CAMPUS IDOL, GLITZ & GLAMOUR (fashion show), BREAKFREE (dance), and FILMFARE FIESTA with prize pools up to ₹50,000. For college students.
• Literary Competitions
• Workshops
• On-Campus Accommodation Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 30+ corporate sponsors across energy, finance, technology, and sustainability sectors
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• GreenkocoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGreenko is the Title Sponsor of Elan & nVision 2026. As a leading green energy company, Greenko's sponsorship aligns with the nVisionX theme of 'Sustainability and Green Energy', providing financial support and brand visibility at the fest.
• Deutsche Börse GroupcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerDeutsche Börse is the Co-Title Sponsor of Elan & nVision. The global market infrastructure provider engages with the student community through hackathons, a financial bootcamp, and a Career Hub Stall. Through its India Global Capability Centre (GCC), Deutsche Börse focuses on technology development, quantitative research, data engineering, and operations, offering career opportunities to students and graduates.
• Amara RajacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAmara Raja is the Battery Partner and sponsor of nVisionX'26. CEO & President Sri Vijayanand Samudrala served as a keynote speaker at the summit. Amara Raja Advanced Cell Technologies focuses on advanced battery technologies relevant to the sustainability and green energy theme.
• Sonoco IndiacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSonoco India is the Official Packaging Solutions & Sustainable Materials Partner. Managing Director Sri Arvind Chittora served as a keynote speaker at nVisionX'26. The company contributes to discussions on sustainable materials and circular design.
• Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGHMC is the Smart City Development Partner and collaborator on the nVisionX'26 Design Challenge focused on sustainability. Commissioner Sri R.V. Karnan, IAS served as a keynote speaker. GHMC's involvement provides real-world urban sustainability challenges for student innovation.
• Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerHPCL is the 'Fuelling Tomorrow's Energy Partner'. Representatives addressed the nVisionX'26 summit, contributing to discussions on India's energy transition and sustainable fuel technologies.
• Greenko (Networking Lunch Partner)majorGTM or Marketing PartnerGreenko co-sponsored the Networking Lunch at nVisionX'26 alongside Deutsche Börse, providing a platform for attendees to connect with government officials, corporate leaders, and researchers.
• Telangana Pollution Control BoardmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTelangana Pollution Control Board is the Clean Environment Partner. As a regulatory body, it contributes environmental expertise and policy perspective to the sustainability-focused summit.
• NLC India LimitedmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerNLC India Limited is the 'Powering India's Tomorrow Partner', supporting the summit's focus on energy and sustainability with expertise in lignite and renewable energy.
• KLAmajorGTM or Marketing PartnerKLA is a Gold Sponsor, providing financial support and brand visibility at the fest, with a focus on engaging engineering talent from IIT Hyderabad.
• District Collector, HyderabadmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDistrict Collector Smt. Harichandana Dasari, IAS served as a keynote speaker at nVisionX'26, providing a government perspective on sustainability and urban governance.
• UnstopcoreTechnology or IntegrationUnstop is the 'Powered by' partner, providing the event registration and competition management platform. All competition entries and pass purchases are processed through Unstop.com.
• Re Sustainability LimitedsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerRe Sustainability Limited is the Sustainable Waste Management Partner, contributing expertise on circular economy and waste-to-value solutions relevant to the sustainability theme.
• JioSaavnsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerJioSaavn is the Official Music Streaming Partner, providing music-related engagement for the cultural fest components.
• Monster EnergysupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerMonster is the Official Energy Drink Partner, providing energy beverages for participants and event staff.
• IIT HyderabadcoreOthersIIT Hyderabad is the host institution and organizational backbone of Elan & nVision. The fest is organized by IIT Hyderabad students under the institute's auspices, with the Convention Centre serving as the primary venue. The institute provides facilities, administrative support, and credibility to the event.
• BislerisupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerBisleri is the Official Hydration Partner, providing bottled water and refreshments. Bisleri Limonata is the Refreshment Partner and Bisleri Bottles of Change is the Sustainability Partner.
• HooprsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerHoopr is the event sponsor for Curtain Call and Filmfare Fiesta cultural events, supporting the cultural programming of the fest.
• SafransupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerSafran is the Official Aerospace & Advanced Manufacturing Partner, engaging with students on career opportunities in aerospace and manufacturing engineering.
• DKMSsupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerDKMS is the Exclusive Social Welfare Partner, raising awareness about blood stem cell registration and donation.
• Plum GoodnesssupportingGTM or Marketing PartnerPlum Goodness is the Premium Goodness Partner, and Plum Body Lovin is the Bath & Body Partner, providing personal care products as part of sponsor activations.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Bengaluru Tech Summit: Karnataka government's flagship technology conference organized by the Department of IT/BT. Comparable as a much larger, established technology summit on the same innovation-and-policy nexus that nVisionX targets, but operating at an industry/government scale rather than a student-organizer scale.
• India Energy Week: A leading international energy and sustainability conference held in India. Comparable to nVisionX as a sustainability/green-energy-themed summit with industry, government, and investor stakeholders — but at a vastly larger, professionally-organized scale.

Direct peers

• Mood Indigo, IIT Bombay: IIT Bombay's annual cultural fest, one of the largest in Asia. Closely comparable as a sister techno-cultural fest combining competitions, performances, and pro-shows with multi-tier sponsorship.
• Techfest, IIT Bombay: IIT Bombay's flagship techno-management festival — Asia's largest college tech fest. Directly comparable as a premier IIT-hosted tech fest with competitions, exhibitions, keynotes, and a similar sponsor-driven monetization model.
• Pragyan, NIT Trichy: NIT Trichy's annual techno-management fest featuring workshops, competitions, and exhibitions. Comparable to nVisionX as a tech-focused summit-style event within a premier Indian engineering college.
• Kshitij, IIT Kharagpur: IIT Kharagpur's annual techno-management fest with a focus on technology, robotics, and management competitions. Directly comparable to nVisionX in being tech- and innovation-focused within an IIT fest ecosystem.
• Saarang, IIT Madras: IIT Madras's annual socio-cultural fest featuring pro-shows, competitions, and workshops. Comparable as a peer IIT cultural fest of similar scale with identical student-run, sponsor-funded economics.
• Spring Fest, IIT Kharagpur: IIT Kharagpur's annual socio-cultural festival combining cultural, technical, and literary events. Comparable as an established peer-IIT fest with similar programming breadth and sponsor mix.
• Festember, NIT Trichy: NIT Tiruchirappalli's annual cultural-cum-technical fest. Comparable as a top-tier Indian engineering college fest with competitions, pro-shows, and corporate sponsorship.
• Rendezvous, IIT Delhi: IIT Delhi's annual cultural fest with competitions, concerts, and workshops. Comparable as a peer-IIT techno-cultural fest relying on student organizers, multi-tier sponsorship, and paid registrations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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