Applications are open for the Aurora Tech Award, an annual global prize by inDrive supporting women entrepreneurs in IT from emerging markets. This award aims to address gender inequality in the venture world and help women-led startups succeed globally.
At a Glance
- Opportunity Type: Global Competition & Prize
- For: Women-led tech startups in emerging markets
- Key Benefits: $100,000 prize fund (up to $50k for 1st place), mentorship, VC feedback, and global media exposure.
- Application Deadline: November 12, 2025
- Location: Global / Remote
Competition Overview
The Aurora Tech Award, created by inDrive, is a worldwide prize for women founders of tech startups. It provides financial support, expert mentorship, and media exposure to help founders scale their vision. The program seeks to empower women innovators and provide a platform for them to become role models in the global IT community.
Prizes and Awards
Participants will compete for a total prize fund of $100,000, distributed as follows:
- First Prize: $50,000
- Second Prize: $30,000
- Third Prize: $20,000
Additional benefits for participants include:
- Mentorship: Guidance from inDrive executives and industry experts for finalists.
- VC Feedback: Valuable feedback from Venture Capital experts for longlist participants.
- Media Exposure: Global PR and media representation for shortlist participants.
- Networking: Access to an inspiring community of women in IT.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate, your startup must meet the following requirements:
- Be founded or co-founded and led by a woman.
- Be based in an emerging market.
- Have a functional prototype of a product.
- Be less than 5 years old.
- Have an investment limit of $6 million in funding (including the seed round).
- Provide a presentation in the English language.
Key Dates and Schedule
- Open Call Ends: November 12, 2025
- Top 100 Announced: December 8, 2025
- Top 30 Announced: January 14, 2026
- Top 10 (Finalists) Announced: February 16, 2026
- Mentorship Program: February 23 – March 13, 2026
- Award Ceremony: March/April 2026 (TBD)
How to Apply
To apply, submit your application via the official portal before the deadline.
- Deadline: November 12, 2025
- Apply Here: https://apply.auroratechaward.com/
About inDrive
At inDrive, we challenge social injustice by fostering impactful connections. Our goal is to address gender inequality in the venture world and help your startup succeed in the global market.
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