L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF) has opened applications for the second edition of Pitch Point, a competition for early- and growth-stage AI startups. Two winners will receive rewards and opportunities to explore proof-of-concept projects and potential equity funding through the L&T Innovation Fund.
L&T Finance Ltd. (LTF), one of India’s leading non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), has launched the second edition of Pitch Point, a competition designed to identify promising artificial intelligence (AI) startups ahead of RAISE’ 26, its AI-focused event for the banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI) sector.
The competition will give eligible startups an opportunity to present their solutions to a panel comprising venture capitalists, LTF’s senior management and industry experts. Startups working on solutions for both BFSI and non-BFSI sectors can apply, provided their offerings align with the current or future business requirements of LTF or other Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Group companies.
Two winners will be eligible for attractive rewards. They will also have the opportunity to discuss potential proof-of-concept (PoC) projects with LTF or an L&T Group company identified by LTF, along with potential equity funding discussions with the L&T Innovation Fund, the venture capital arm of Larsen & Toubro.
L&T Finance Focuses on AI-Led Innovation
Commenting on the launch, Sudipta Roy, Managing Director and CEO of L&T Finance Ltd., said the company is increasing its focus on next-generation AI to reshape the lending landscape.
Roy said the second edition of Pitch Point would serve as a platform to identify and support promising startups, while helping the company explore AI capabilities that can deliver practical benefits across financial services and other sectors.
Through the initiative, LTF aims to connect emerging AI solutions with potential business applications and opportunities for collaboration within the wider L&T Group.
Startups Can Apply Across 13 Technology Domains
Pitch Point is open to AI startups whose products align with areas relevant to LTF’s or other L&T Group companies’ existing and future offerings.
The competition covers 13 technology domains:
- Cyber Security and Fraud Prevention
- Rural and Agri Fintech
- Generative AI Applications
- Embedded Finance Solutions
- Smart Contract and Blockchain Solutions
- Alternate Data-Based Lending Solutions
- AI-Driven Credit Scoring and Risk Assessment
- Regulatory Technology and Compliance Tools
- Digital Financial Solutions and Robo-Advisors
- AI-Powered Collections and Recovery Solutions
- Agentic AI for Enterprise
- Image Processing and Recognition
- AI Geospatial and Remote Sensing
The broad scope allows startups working on financial technology, lending, risk management, enterprise AI and other related applications to showcase solutions that could address business requirements across the L&T Group.
Pitch Point Application Process and Key Dates
Eligible startups can apply online by submitting the registration form along with their pitch deck. Applications will go through a screening process, with shortlisted applicants invited to participate in a virtual interaction round.
Five finalists will then be selected to present their solutions live at RAISE’ 26. Two winners will be eligible for the rewards and further discussions around PoC opportunities and potential equity funding.
The key dates for the competition are as follows:
- Application deadline: October 31, 2026
- Final shortlist announcement: December 1, 2026
- Final event: December 16, 2026
- Venue: Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai
Startups can submit their applications through the official Pitch Point registration page. For queries regarding the application process, eligible companies can contact the organising team at raise.pitchpoint@ltfs.com.
RAISE’ 26 to Bring AI Innovation to BFSI
Pitch Point is part of L&T Finance’s broader RAISE’ 26 initiative, an AI-focused event built around the theme Transforming Financial Services with AI.
The event aims to showcase enterprise Agentic AI solutions and examine how AI is reshaping the BFSI landscape. RAISE was launched in 2024 and has brought together more than 4,500 participants, including regulatory leaders, unicorn founders, deep-tech innovators and media representatives.
Since its launch, the event has emerged as a major AI-focused gathering for the BFSI sector, reflecting the growing role of artificial intelligence and machine learning in financial services.
With the second edition of Pitch Point, L&T Finance is extending this focus by creating a platform for startups to present their technology, explore potential business collaborations and discuss funding opportunities. The initiative also offers LTF and other L&T Group companies an avenue to evaluate emerging AI solutions for their current and future needs.
