ITU Ginova Jump Start
Got a startup or just an idea you believe in? Come build it out with us. Ginova Jump Start is an 8-week program that takes you from concept to a working prototype, combining a hands-on entrepreneurship approach with development on Arc and mentorship.
Whether you’re at the idea stage or already have an MVP you want to take further, this is where you sharpen the problem, build the product, and get it in front of the people who matter.
What you get
- 8 weeks of technical + business training — from problem validation and product design to hands-on building on Arc
- $1,000 total prize pool — awarded to standout teams at Demo Day
- VC Demo Day — present your working demo to invited investors and ecosystem partners
Who can join
- Aspiring founders at the idea stage
- Existing teams looking to integrate their MVP with Arc
- Anyone with a startup idea they want to build out, technical or not; we help match you with technical builders
- Open to individuals and teams, including students from universities
How it works
- Phase 1 (Nov 4–25): Entrepreneurship fundamentals and technical development together — define your user, validate the problem, and start building on Arc
- Phase 2 (Dec 2–16): Focused Arc development, user testing, and final pitch prep
- Demo Day : Present your working demo
Key dates
- Application deadline: October 27, 2026
- Program starts: November 4, 2026
- Demo Day: Will be announced
Good to know
- Co-hosted with İTÜ Ginova
- Runs in Istanbul IRL; open to individuals and teams
- Seats are limited — apply early
Important: This program requires in-person participation in Istanbul. Please apply only if you can attend on-site.
