AI for All: Global Impact Challenge – AI Impact Summit 2026. Apply Now!

1.Introduction

The AI for All Global Impact Challenge is a pioneering initiative at the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and global impact, aligned with the AI Impact Summit 2026 theme. As the transformative potential of AI becomes increasingly evident, this global challenge seeks AI solutions that are widely deployable, demonstrate high potential value at large scale, and address critical needs across diverse sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, education, and financial inclusion and beyond to improve supply chain logistics, quality control, etc. The aim is to leverage AI-driven technologies to deliver practical, implementable, inclusive, and impactful solutions for all.

Set to culminate at the AI Impact Summit in February 2026, this global challenge invites innovators worldwide to propose solutions that can translate AI innovations into tangible outcomes. Selected innovators will benefit from global visibility, access to funding opportunities, structured mentorship, and the chance to showcase their solutions at this prestigious global forum attended by policymakers, investors,
and industry leaders.

This guide provides comprehensive information for potential applicants, covering context, indicative themes, challenge process, evaluation criteria, mentorship opportunities, and more. We invite your innovative ideas and active participation to collectively drive progress towards a more inclusive, resilient, and AI-empowered global future.

2.About the India – AI Impact Summit 2026

The profound advancements in Al are reshaping our societies and economies at an unprecedented pace.

As we stand at a pivotal moment in this transformation, the global community must collectively ensure that
Al is developed and deployed in a manner that is inclusive, ethical, safe, and beneficial to all.

Building upon the momentum of global Al dialogues, including the Bletchley Park, Seoul and Paris Action Summit, India will be hosting the Al Impact Summit on the 19th and 20th of February 2026 in New Delhi.

With its vision of moving from action to impact, the Summit represents a pivotal moment in the global AI journey.

The Summit will be inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and is expected to bring together Heads of States, global leaders, policy makers, researchers, industry experts and innovators to deliberate on the transformative potential of Al in delivering equitable growth, improving public services, and addressing pressing global while ensuring safety, ethics, and inclusivity.

Anchored around the theme of People, Planet, and Progress, the Summit will advance a future where Al delivers real impact, advancing inclusive growth, social development, and a healthier planet.

By anchoring discussions in tangible deliverables, demonstrations, and Impact Challenges, the AI Impact Summit aims to ensure AI becomes a driver of shared prosperity and responsible progress.

AI for ALL: Global Impact Challenge

The Challenge aims to:

● Identify High Quality Solutions: Spotlight high quality, AI-driven innovations addressing unmet global
needs across sectors.
● Inspire Adoption and Scale: Amplify AI innovations through global visibility, recognition, and
ecosystem support
● Build Strategic Partnerships: Foster meaningful connections between global innovators, and
enabling organizations to drive sustained impact

Eligibility

The AI for All: Global Impact Challenge invites participation from a broad spectrum of entities and individuals across the globe. Eligible participants include:

● Students: Enrolled in universities or research programs
● Working Professionals: Employed in start-ups, companies, public-sector, public-sector entities or nonprofits
● Researchers: From universities, autonomous bodies, or research institutions
● Companies & Start-ups: Registered businesses, start-ups, or non-profit entities

Applicants must submit pilot-ready solutions as a part of this Challenge. This includes solutions ready for pilot, having completed pilot implementation, or already in the scaling phase with demonstrable market presence. Global participation with innovative AI solutions catering to unmet needs are encouraged.

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Shortlisted innovators:

• Get monetary awards up to INR 2.5 crores across Top 10 to scale their solutions
• Present their solution on the global stage at AI Impact Summit in India (February 2026)
• Gain access to investors, ecosystem partners and expert mentorship
• Receive rewards such as cloud and compute credits etc.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants may register HERE no later than November 30, 2025.