Call for Startup Applications to Participate in
GITEX – Expand North Star – Dubai 2025
Showcase at the World's Largest Startup & Tech Event!
Are you a Pakistani startup looking to pitch your innovation to global investors, tech leaders, and media?
Ignite, in collaboration with TDAP, invites high-potential startups to apply for GITEX – Expand North Star, taking place from 12th to 15th October 2025 at Dubai Harbour, UAE.
Event details are available at: http://www.expandnorthstar.com/
Event details are available at: http://www.expandnorthstar.com/
Eligibility Criteria
- The startup must be actively operating in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem
- Must be registered on https://startupconnect.pk
- The registered age of the startup must be less than 5 years
- Startups previously sponsored for international events by Ignite are not eligible for a second time
Benefits of Participation
As an Ignite-sponsored startup, you will:
- Exhibit your innovation at a dedicated startup pod
- Gain exposure to 1,800+ investors and 1,000+ global startups
- Join curated networking, pitching, and B2B matchmaking sessions
- Access mentorship & workshops led by global industry experts
- Build visibility in one of the world's most vibrant tech ecosystems
Relevant Sectors & Startup Verticals
Startups from the following domains are encouraged to apply:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Fintech & Blockchain
- HealthTech, EdTech, and AgriTech
- Web3 & Metaverse
- CleanTech & Sustainability
- Smart Cities, IoT, and Cybersecurity
- Robotics, SaaS, and Mobility
Application Deadline: 28th August 2025
For Terms & Conditions and the Application Form, visit: www.ignite.org.pk/gitex25
Note: Only shortlisted startups will be selected under either Pod Only or Full Sponsorship categories.