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SHARKATHON
BECOME THE NEXT BIG SHARK

Dive into an immersive experience where you'll think and act like a shark investor . Analyse real businesses, grill entrepreneurs, and make strategic investment decisions.

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ELIGIBILITY

Classes 9th to 12th

MODE

Online/Offline

STARTS FROM

19th July 2025

Simulation Process

Become the next big Shark

The Entry Round

Solve a short decision-making challenge designed to test how you think, not what you know.

Business Case Round

Look at a company's numbers and story, then submit your recommendation on what they should do next.

Finals

Break down real startup pitches, question the founders to finally decide will you invest or not. Then pitch your verdict to actual investors, or probably Sharks

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Expert Judging Panel

Evaluation by eminent venture capital, debt firms, and leading CXOs from startups, probably even Sharks, ensuring high-level scrutiny and real-world relevance.

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Programme Timeline

Step 1: Register and secure your spots

Submit your application with essential details to secure your spot.
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Leaders and Mentors Associated

Learn from top industry leaders who have made a significant impact.

Mr. Rajat Kumar

Mr. Rajat Kumar

Nandan Capital, Ex McKinsey and Wharton Alum

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Mr. Mayank Kapoor

Mr. Mayank Kapoor

CTO CarDekho, Alum IIT Delhi & MIT

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Mr. Shalabh Gupta

Mr. Shalabh Gupta

Founder NUUK, Alum IIT Delhi & IIM Ahmedabad

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What do you get from Sharkathon?

Certification & Letter of Recommendation

Earn a prestigious certificate and LOR that proves your investor mindset.

College & Career Readiness

Boost your profile with real business experience that stands out on applications.

Mentorship & Internship Opportunities

Get guided by top investors and unlock exclusive industry internships

Real-World Business Simulation

Take part in high-stakes challenges that mirror actual startup investment rounds.

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Pricing

+ Cost and Logistics

Price (Individual):

INR 3,500/-

+ Hybrid Format: Students attend the first two rounds online. The final round can be attended online or offline (optional).

+ Inclusions: Learning resources, competition access, and hospitality provisions are all included.

Want a sneak peek into Sharkathon?

Curious about the challenges ahead? Get a glimpse of the kind of real-world business problems you'll tackle in India's premier investment and strategy programme.

Q1.

A plant produces both t-shirts and shirts. Of the total clothes produced last year, 1/3 were T-Shirts, the balance being Shirts. The total salary bill for the factory was Rs 18 lakhs. If one shirt takes 50% more time compared to a T-shirt to produce, and if the factory salary has to be divided between T-shirts and Shirts based on the total time spent producing each kind of clothing, then the amount of salary to be allocated to T-Shirts will be:

A. Rs 4.5 lakhs
B. Rs 6.67 lakhs
C. Rs 9.0 lakhs
D. Rs 12.0 lakhs
E. Cannot be determined from the information provided
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