Why NYEA?
Take the stage
Showcase your biggest and brightest ideas!
Meet fellow entrepreneurs
Meet the people who are driving growth and innovation in the ecosystem by getting plugged into our ecosystem!
Be the Community
At ACE.SG, supporting founders and startups is at the heart of what we do. We want to bring together the community of youth entrepreneurs that are excited about the challenge of entrepreneurship!
Be it joining the community through our exclusive events, being part of ACE.SG new initiatives, or inspiring and sharing your stories of success and learnings with our community, we will connect you with our ecosystem and have you in the spotlight.
Am I eligible?
All applicants must be:
1. At least 17-35 years old (as of 2025)
2. Must represent a startup/business that is already incorporated
What does NYEA entail this year?
1. Nomination
If you know of a deserving youth, nominate them!
All nominations must be completed with a nomination form which must be downloaded here.
To successfully submit the application, all nominations must be sent via email to youthentrepreneurship@ace.sg by October 3 2025, 2359.
Further information:
1. Founders representing the same startup may send in individual nominations. Winners in previous years are not eligible for nomination.
2. Nominees and Finalists from previous years may send in a nomination again this year.
3. POL-ITE Entrepreneurs' Challenge participants are enrolled automatically in the NYEA through the POL-ITE Entrepreneurs' Challenge track. However, if deemed eligible, founders are welcome to nominate themselves in individual capacity. Please note that this means the individual would have to participate in live pitches of both tracks, if selected.
Nomination is free of charge.
2. Live Pitch
3rd November 2025 @ ACE.SG Ideation Centre
If you are shortlisted, you will be notified 2 weeks before the live pitch.
As part of the live pitch, you must prepare a pitch of at least 3-5 minutes, detailing the following:
1) Your business model - ideation, development, execution, and traction.
2) How your business contributes to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem and community.
As part of the evaluation, you may also be asked about:
1) Your contributions to the local startup ecosystem through activities/clubs/communities
2) Your visions and aspirations for (youth) entrepreneurship.
3. Award Ceremony
12 November 2025 @
The Pod@ National Library Board
This is your stage and your time to shine!
All finalists must attend the NYEA Ceremony.
The ceremony will include:
1) Prize Ceremony
2) Networking with ecosystem partners
3) Startup Showcase to key ecosystem players and youth community.
Please note that commitment to the key dates is compulsory.
POL-ITE Entrepreneurs' Challenge
The POL-ITE Entrepreneurs’ Challenge is a challenge jointly organised by the Institute of Technical Education and local polytechnics with ACE.SG (Action Community For Entrepreneurship) and supported by the Ministry of Education.
Shortlisted teams in PET or Alumni tracks will go through a developmental programme which will prepare them with the basics of starting a business. The top 3 category winners will be determined after the National Youth Entrepreneurship Awards (NYEA) Live Pitch and receive prize money of up to 10K, 7K, or 5K SGD.
*We only accept nominations from IHL representatives. The application period is now closed.
What's in it for you?
As part of the six months programme, you will be equipped with skills and knowledge to help you learn about starting a business.
There will also be networking and dedicated mentoring opportunities, and you will take part in a pitch battle for cash prizes and opportunities to take your ideas further by securing additional funding. The POL-ITE Entrepreneurs' Challenge is also integrated with ACE.SG’s National Youth Entrepreneurship Awards (NYEA) to provide you with broader exposure and recognition.
You will go through:
- Mentoring - There will be a mentor pairing process
- Developmental Workshops - Learn and Apply
- Pitch - Refine, polish and showcase your ideas!
- Live Pitch - One shot for the prize!
Please note that 65% attendance (for Workshops & Fireside Chats) is compulsory to qualify for the live pitch. You are highly encouraged to attend all of the workshops for maximum learning.
Location and schedule subject to changes.
