Call for Grant Applications –
Global EdTech Startup Awards
Application Deadline:
15 September 2025
About Organisation
The Global EdTech Startup Awards (GESAwards) is the world’s largest EdTech competition and community, uniting innovators from six continents. Established in 2014, it has successfully built a network of over 6,000 EdTech startups from more than 130 countries. GESAwards aims to support global expansion and foster international collaboration in the EdTech sector, providing a platform for startups to gain recognition and connect with key industry stakeholders.
The competition serves as a bridge for startups, helping them showcase their products to a global audience, form strategic partnerships, and access valuable business opportunities. In an industry that often remains localized, GESAwards enables EdTech ventures to gain international exposure and accelerate their growth. Beyond promoting the best EdTech startups, GESAwards also nurtures local EdTech ecosystems and facilitates the flow of investments into emerging markets. By fostering innovation and excellence, it continues to shape the future of education technology worldwide.
About the Grant
The Global EdTech Startup Awards provide an opportunity for EdTech startups to gain international recognition, mentorship, funding, and business development support. This competition highlights the most promising educational technology solutions that address key market challenges with innovative approaches.
Winners receive global exposure within the EdTech ecosystem, along with PR opportunities, mentorship, cash prizes, and access to follow-up events and accelerator programs. The competition seeks to identify startups with strong potential for user growth, exceptional user experience, and sustainable business models. GESAwards is dedicated to fostering global collaboration and ensuring that promising startups receive the necessary resources and visibility to expand their impact.
By participating, startups not only compete for the title of EdTech Startup of the Year but also benefit from meaningful networking opportunities, industry connections, and increased credibility within the global EdTech sector.
Who can Apply?
EdTech startups from around the world are encouraged to apply, regardless of their company’s development stage. However, preference is given to startups that have already launched a product but have not yet reached mass distribution.
There are no restrictions on age, gender, or location, making the competition open to a diverse range of innovators. The selection criteria focus on startups that:
- Address a clear and relevant educational challenge
- Offer an innovative pedagogical approach
- Provide an outstanding user experience
- Demonstrate strong potential for user growth
- Operate within a sustainable business model
Entrepreneurs with a vision to transform education through technology are invited to participate and leverage this opportunity to expand their reach and impact.
How to Apply?
Interested startups can submit their applications by providing details about their product, business model, and market potential. The application process involves filling out an online form with relevant information, including how their solution addresses educational challenges and aligns with the selection criteria.
Application Deadline
The deadline to apply for the Global EdTech Startup Awards is 15 September 2025.
Last Date to Apply
All applications must be submitted before 15 September 2025 to be considered for the competition.
Grant Amount
Winning startups receive cash prizes, mentorship, global exposure, and access to business development opportunities to support their growth and expansion in the EdTech industry.
Last Date To Apply
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