Manthan

About the Competition

MANTHAN is a case competition designed to challenge participants' analytical thinking, business acumen, strategic problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

The competition provides participants with an opportunity to tackle a real-world business problem, apply analytical frameworks, derive meaningful insights and develop innovative, data-driven solutions.

Participants will compete through a case submission round, followed by a final presentation round where shortlisted teams will present their recommendations before an expert panel.

Competition Structure & Timeline

Registration

• Registration Opens: 6 November 2026
• Registration Closes: 16 November 2026
• Interested participants must register through the Unstop platform within the registration window.
• Participants must register as teams, adhering to the prescribed team-size guidelines.

Case Study Release

• Date: 17 November 2026
• The case study will be shared with all registered teams.
• Teams are expected to understand the problem statement, analyse the given scenario and develop comprehensive, practical and data-driven recommendations.

Case Submission

• Deadline: 22 November 2026 (EOD)
• Teams must submit their case solutions within the prescribed deadline.
• Submissions should clearly address the business problem, analytical approach, proposed solutions, implementation strategy and expected business impact.
• Late submissions will not be considered.

Final Shortlist Announcement

• Date: 23 November 2026
• The shortlisted teams selected for the final presentation round at Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, will be announced.
• Shortlisting will be based on the quality, analytical depth, innovation and feasibility of the submitted solutions.

Grand Finale – Entropy 2.0

• Date: 25 November 2026
• Time: 2:00 PM onwards
• Venue: Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

The shortlisted teams will present their solutions before an expert judging panel. Participants will be evaluated on their problem-solving approach, analytical rigour, strategic recommendations, feasibility and presentation skills.

Guidelines

• All participants must complete registration through Unstop before 16 November 2026.
• The case study will be released on 17 November 2026 to all registered teams.
• Teams must submit their solutions by 22 November 2026 (EOD).
• Submissions must be original and prepared independently by the registered team.
• Teams must follow the submission format and instructions communicated by the organising committee.
• Only shortlisted teams announced on 23 November 2026 will be eligible to participate in the final presentation round.
• Shortlisted teams must be available to present at Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai, on 25 November 2026 from 2:00 PM onwards.
• Any changes in team composition must receive prior approval from the organising committee.

Rules of the Competition

• Registration is mandatory for participation.
• A participant cannot register as a member of multiple teams.
• Plagiarism, copying or misrepresentation of work will result in disqualification.
• Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Teams must adhere to all deadlines and instructions issued by the organising committee.
• The organising committee reserves the right to modify the schedule or competition guidelines if required.
• The decision of the organising committee and the judging panel will be final and binding.

Evaluation Criteria

Case submissions and final presentations will be evaluated on the following parameters:

• Understanding and interpretation of the case.
• Analytical approach and problem-solving methodology.
• Depth of insights and strategic thinking.
• Innovation and creativity in proposed solutions.
• Feasibility and scalability of recommendations.
• Business impact and implementation roadmap.
• Clarity of communication and presentation.

Think. Analyse. Strategise. Compete.

Join MANTHAN at Entropy 2.0 and showcase your ability to transform complex business challenges into impactful solutions!