From Engineer to Entrepreneur – The Beginning of a National Journey

The IESL National Startup Challenge 2026/27 is a 12-month national initiative of the IESL Entrepreneurship Forum, supported by Dialog as the Title Partner, designed to identify, develop and connect aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators across Sri Lanka.

The programme provides a structured pathway from idea and prototype to validation, commercialisation and growth, supported by mentoring, coaching, industry expertise, incubation, acceleration and ecosystem opportunities.

Applications are open to Engineering Undergraduates, Engineering Practitioners and participants under the Open Category for Non-Engineers.

Please complete the following application with accurate information. Shortlisted participants will be contacted for the next stage of the Challenge.