Description
A 4 day national program for aspiring leaders to immerse themselves in the world of business, innovation, economics, finance and no-code app development. As 1 of only 60 selected students, you will have the chance to work with esteemed faculty from Harvard & Birla Institute of Technology & Science. Act like a CEO, solve case studies, launch an app without writing a single line of code, and present your work to a panel of industry experts. Winners will secure 1 lakh in prize money, a letter of recommendation from the Dean of BITS school of management and a certificate.
Overview
26-29th June
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
BITS School of Management, Powai, Mumbai
8th-12th Grade
Rs. 80,000 + GST
In person
Solve. Pitch. Win.
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Hands-On Experience with Real-World Cases
You will have the exclusive privilege to learn from the Dean and professors of BITS school of management. Learn about the best Indian startups and corporate houses.
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No-Code App Development
Learn how to build and launch an app that solves real business problems in the case study without writing a single line of code.
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Pitch Your Solutions
You will present your pitches to a panel of industry and academic luminaries. Get a unique opportunity to showcase your skills and creativity, distinguishing yourself as a future leader
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Beyond Textbook Learning
Gain deeper insights into financial analysis, no-code app development, and receive constructive feedback to build your college portfolios.
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Get a Certificate of Completion
All students will receive a certificate of completion issued by BITS School of Management. This prestigious certificate is a mark of excellence from one of India’s most respected business schools.
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Personalized Letter of Recommendation
Top performing students will get a personal recommendation letter from the Dean of BITS School of Management. Dean holds a PhD from Harvard Business School and is the youngest person ever to publish his research in Harvard Business Review.
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Grand Cash Prize
Top team wins a grand cash prize of Rs. 1,00,000/-. Judging will be based on the final pitches and app demos on the last day of the competition, evaluated by BITS professors and industry tycoons.
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Scholarship
100% scholarship available for 2 students based on financial need. We believe talent should never be limited by resources—our scholarships ensure the brightest minds get a seat at the table, no matter their background.
How It Works
Application timeline
March 20th
2025
9:00 am
Applications open
April 20th
2025
11:59 PM
Early Application Deadline.
Results announced 30th April
May 20th
2025
11:59 PM
Regular Application deadline.
Results announced May 31st
Our team
Sarvanan Kesavan
Dean, BITSoM (PhD, Harvard)
Aashna Saraf
Founder & CEO, CreatED
Frequently Asked Questions
CaseQuest is a 4-day, in-person national bootcamp and case competition developed by a Harvard alum and led by professors from the BITS School of Management (BITSoM). Designed for future business leaders, it combines real-world case studies, no-code app development, and pitching to industry experts. Top teams win Rs. 1,00,000, letters of recommendation, and certificates of completion.
Students currently in 8th to 12th grade from across India are eligible to apply. No prior experience in business or coding is required.
Dates: June 26–29, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Location: BITS School of Management, Powai, Mumbai
• Format: In-person only, non-residential
There is no virtual attendance option, and students must attend in person for all four days.
No. CaseQuest is a non-residential program. Participants and their families are responsible for arranging their own commute and stay in Mumbai.
The participation fee is ₹80,000 + GST. This includes access to the CaseQuest e-learning platform, mentorship, hands-on bootcamp experience, and entry into the final competition.
No refunds are provided, except under exceptional circumstances. For inquiries, email info@create-ed.in.
Only 60 students from across India will be selected, making it a highly competitive and intimate program.
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Solve: Analyze real-world case studies from leading Indian companies and startups.
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Build: Learn no-code development and build a working app to solve a case problem.
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Pitch: Present your team’s solution and app to a jury of BITS professors and industry experts.
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Yes. Students will be divided into teams based on the business challenge and app idea they choose to work on.
Participants will receive:
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Access to the CaseQuest e-learning platform before the bootcamp
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Step-by-step guidance on case study methods and financial analysis
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Workshops and mentorship on no-code app development
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Pitch preparation sessions ahead of Demo Day
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Certificates of completion will be awarded by BITS School of Management, but only to students who attend all 4 days of the program in person.
Top-performing students will receive a personalized letter of recommendation from the Dean of BITS SoM, a Harvard PhD.
After completing the bootcamp, students will pitch their business solution and app in front of a panel of BITS professors and industry professionals. The top team will win a Rs. 1,00,000 cash prize.
Yes. Parents are invited to attend the Demo Day, where student teams will present their final projects and the winners will be announced.
Applications open March 20, 2025.
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April 20, 2025: Early application deadline (results by April 30)
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May 20, 2025: Regular application deadline (results by May 31)
Apply through the program page. Due to limited seats, early applications are encouraged.
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