Deadline: 12th November 2025 | Compete for up to $50,000 in funding and global support to scale your startup.
Overview
Aurora Tech Award is a global prize managed by inDrive, designed to back ambitious female tech founders in emerging markets. Through this award, women-led startups receive not just funding but exposure, mentorship, and networking opportunities to accelerate growth.
Eligibility
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Must be a startup founded or co‑founded and led by a woman
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Startup should be less than 5 years old
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You must have a functional prototype of your product
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Total funding (including seed stage) must not exceed USD 6 million
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Applications and presentations must be in English
Description
This is a competitive tech award featuring multiple rounds of selection. Longlisted and shortlisted founders gain feedback from venture capitalists and inDrive executives. The process includes public visibility, mentorship support, and opportunities for media exposure. The top three winners are awarded monetary prizes, while all finalists benefit from high-impact programming.
Benefits
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1st prize: USD 50,000
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2nd prize: USD 20,000
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3rd prize: USD 15,000
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Mentorship from inDrive leadership and industry experts
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Feedback from VC professionals for longlisted participants
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Media representation and expanded visibility for shortlisted founders
Find out more and apply at the official link below:
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Apply before 12th November, 2025