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Mapletree Budding Entrepreneurs Challenge

Run by Mapletree Investments and Singapore Institute of Technology

In personSingapore, Several months (hackathon, mentoring rounds, finals)Highly selectiveHigh effort

About this opportunity

A multi-stage youth entrepreneurship challenge where student teams develop and pitch product or service ideas in education or healthcare themes, with mentoring sessions, workshops, and fireside chats with startup leaders throughout. Top 4 projects at the Grand Finals each received SGD 10, 000 in seed funding in the inaugural 2026 edition.

Who can apply

Student teams; inaugural edition primarily SIT/polytechnic level; eligibility for secondary/JC in future editions to be confirmed with organiser

What you get

NetworkMentorshipPortfolio piece

Frequently asked

Who runs this?+

Run by Mapletree Investments and Singapore Institute of Technology.

Who can apply?+

Student teams; inaugural edition primarily SIT/polytechnic level; eligibility for secondary/JC in future editions to be confirmed with organiser

What will I walk away with?+

You can expect network, mentorship and portfolio piece.

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Updated 14 April 2026