Get ready to rev up your startup’s engine… Applications are now open for TechCrunch’s Startup Battlefield 200 competition! If you’re a pre-Series A startup founder looking to leave your mark on the global stage, this is an opportunity you won’t want to miss. We invite you to showcase your groundbreaking innovations to the world at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025‘s premier startup pitch competition.

As a competitor, you’ll have the chance to gain exposure, pitch your startup to world-class VC judges — and to the Disrupt 2025 audience — and compete for the coveted $100,000 equity-free prize. Don’t let this exceptional opportunity slip away.

The competition is expected to be fierce this year, with thousands of startups applying in 2024 and an anticipated large influx of applications from inspiring innovators in 2025. If you believe your startup has what it takes, don’t wait! TechCrunch reviews every application thoroughly, but the sooner you apply, the better your chances.

Startup Battlefield 200 Perks

• A complimentary exhibit table for all three days of Disrupt 2025
• 4 complimentary tickets to Disrupt 2025
• Branding and listing in the official Disrupt 2025 event app
• Access to the press list
• Lead generation opportunities
• Exclusive access to masterclass sessions
• The opportunity to pitch on the Disrupt Stage to renowned VCs
• Expert advice from top-tier investors to help you scale your business
• A chance to win $100,000 equity-free

For more information, visit our official Startup Battlefield 200 event page.

Apply to Compete Today

Startup Battlefield has a proud history of launching over 1,500 successful startups, including Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Discord, and more. Startup Battlefield is the ultimate launchpad for the next generation of innovators — and you could be part of that legacy.

If you’re the founder of a bold, early-stage startup with a transformative vision, we invite you to compete for the title. Startup Battlefield 200 is the perfect platform to make your mark, whether you’re bootstrapped, pre-seed, or seed-funded. Series A startups in capital-intensive industries may also be eligible.

Don’t miss your chance to compete on a global stage at the biggest startup pitch competition of the year. Apply today and take the first step towards launching your startup to success!