Introduction
Hult Prize is a globally recognised platform for social entrepreneurship, often referred to as the “Nobel Prize for Students” for its role in empowering young changemakers to address pressing global challenges. Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, it encourages students worldwide to develop innovative, scalable, and sustainable solutions rooted in social responsibility. Operating across thousands of institutions in over 130 countries, the Hult Prize fosters ethical leadership and long-term impact, with student-led ventures competing internationally for seed funding of USD 1 million.
At St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, Hult Prize SXC has nurtured a strong culture of social entrepreneurship since 2019 through year-round initiatives focused on ideation, mentorship, and collaboration. Its sustained excellence has earned international recognition, including major awards at the Hult Prize Awards 2024 in London, reflecting impactful student engagement and global leadership.
Vision & Mission
Hult Prize at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, envisions nurturing socially conscious student leaders who leverage innovation and entrepreneurship to solve real-world challenges. Its mission is to empower Xaverians to ideate, collaborate, and build scalable, sustainable solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, through mentorship, competition, and experiential learning, transforming purpose-driven ideas into ventures that create measurable impact at local, national, and global levels across diverse communities worldwide.
Our Events
OnCampus Program
The OnCampus Program is the flagship initiative of the Hult Prize that introduces students to the fundamentals of social entrepreneurship by encouraging innovative thinking, problem-solving, and impact-driven ideation. Through startup pitching, mentorship, speaker sessions, and experiential learning, the program empowers participants to develop sustainable solutions to real-world social and environmental challenges.
Building on this vision, the OnCampus Program 2025, held from 12th February to 22nd February, engaged students through structured activities including pitching rounds, mentorship opportunities, and a factory visit, offering practical exposure to entrepreneurial processes. Esteemed speakers Mr Sandeep Seksaria, Mr Sanjay Saraf, and Ms Koyesha Mukherjee shared insights on leadership, innovation, and sustainability, while the Finals, judged by Mr Udit Todi, Mr Nandan Mall, and Mr Rishi Agarwal, provided valuable industry perspectives and constructive feedback.
Exhult
Exhult is the annual initiative that provides a dedicated platform for first-year management and former students of the college to engage with impact-driven entrepreneurship and innovative problem-solving. Designed to nurture leadership, creativity, and social responsibility, Exhult encourages young changemakers to address real-world challenges through sustainable and purpose-led solutions.
Building on this legacy, Exhult 2025 brought together 420 students, challenging them to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to pressing social issues. The event fostered collaboration and creativity while uniting emerging social entrepreneurs under one roof. Evaluated by industry experts and professionals, Exhult 2025 recognised participants whose dedication, resilience, and originality set new benchmarks for excellence in social innovation.
Other Projects & Initiatives
Enhance: CV Review Session
To make career development more inclusive and skill-focused, Enhance 2025 was organised to support students across departments in taking meaningful steps toward professional growth. The initiative bridged the gap between academic learning and employability through one-on-one resume review sessions led by experienced HR professionals and career advisors, offering personalised feedback and constructive mentorship that helped participants refine their resumes, articulate their strengths, and approach future opportunities with confidence. We were privileged to be guided by mentors such as Bipasha Mukherjee, Keshav Gupta, Karan Damania, Ketan Krishna, Suppriya Arondekar, and Gaurav Agarwal, whose practical insights made the sessions impactful and engaging, while also contributing to the broader objectives of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure).
Project Kartavya
Project Kartavya is a social initiative driven by the belief that small actions can create meaningful change. Continuing this vision, Chapter 4 was conducted in collaboration with the All India Helping Care Foundation at Howrah on 2nd November 2025, themed “Education Day.” The event featured interactive sessions, a hand-tracing activity encouraging children to express their aspirations, and the distribution of wholesome lunch packets. A skit highlighting the power of small actions, followed by dance and a lively jam session, added joy to the day. We concluded by felicitating AIHCF’s leaders and reaffirming Hult Prize SXC’s commitment to impact-driven change.
Entrevia
Entrevia 2025 was organised as an initiative during Global Entrepreneurship Week, celebrating innovation, learning, and youth-led impact. Curated by the Hult Prize SXC team, the event offered students an accessible and meaningful introduction to entrepreneurship through insightful speaker sessions, interactive discussions, and guided conversations. Participants gained exposure to real-world industry perspectives, practical problem-solving approaches, and entrepreneurial thinking applicable to social and economic challenges. Entrevia is closely aligned with the values of the Hult Prize Foundation, empowering young changemakers to develop ideas that create long-term value for communities, while supporting the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education, responsible growth, and innovation.
Symposia
Symposia: Conquer the Podium, held from 27th to 29th December 2025, was an Oxford-style debate competition organised by theHult Prize, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, featuring motions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and the core values of the Hult Prize Foundation. Designed to foster critical thinking and informed dialogue, the event encouraged participants to engage with pressing global and social challenges. Conducted across three competitive stages, Symposia brought together teams from multiple colleges, creating a diverse and intellectually stimulating debating environment. The competition was evaluated by a panel of distinguished judges, whose insights enhanced the depth and quality of discourse.
The Scroll
The Scroll is a LinkedIn-based student initiative of the Hult Prize at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, dedicated to professional and intellectual growth in the digital space. Led by a dynamic team of student writers, it translates complex ideas in business, finance, ethics, innovation, and personal development into well-researched, engaging narratives. Published weekly, The Scroll fosters meaningful discourse among students, entrepreneurs, and professionals, reaching over 600 monthly readers and building a growing, student-driven learning community.
The Pink Letter
The Pink Letter is a bi-monthly, student-led digital publication curated by the Hult Prize team at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata. Launched during Exhult 2023 by Fr. Rev. Dr Dominic Savio, SJ, it was created to foster community engagement and meaningful knowledge exchange. Featuring curated insights on technology, science, startups, internships, and social issues, it reaches over a thousand readers and serves as an inclusive platform for dialogue, learning, and professional growth.
Beyond Boardrooms
Beyond Boardrooms is a student-led, podcast-based initiative aimed at empowering young minds navigating entrepreneurship and leadership. Bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world practice, the podcast features candid conversations with accomplished leaders and changemakers who share their journeys, challenges, and lessons. Notable guests include Venkatesh Naidu, Shubham Jagdish, Pranav Pai, and many more. Through diverse perspectives and actionable insights, Beyond Boardrooms fosters entrepreneurial curiosity, leadership thinking, and purpose-driven innovation beyond conventional boundaries.
Hult Prize SXC Community
Community is an initiative dedicated to building spaces for open dialogue, shared learning, and meaningful collaboration across campus. Through interactive sessions held throughout the year, students from diverse disciplines come together to exchange ideas, explore perspectives, and connect beyond academic boundaries. By encouraging reflection, empathy, and collective growth, Community nurtures an inclusive culture of belonging and engagement. Aligned with the mission of the Hult Prize Foundation and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), the initiative transforms conversations into catalysts for lasting social impact.
The Extraordinaire
The Extraordinaire is the annual publication of the Hult Prize at St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata, envisioned as a platform to inspire dialogue, spark ideas, and drive action. Rooted in social innovation and aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, the magazine explores the intersection of enterprise, empathy, and impact.
The first two volumes featured insightful articles, creative narratives, and exclusive conversations with leaders such as Harsh Goenka, Shiv Khera, Forrest Galante, Shivshankar Menon, Devdutt Pattanaik, and Jeroo Billimoria. As the third volume approaches, The Extraordinaire continues its commitment to amplifying stories that challenge convention and celebrate changemakers shaping a more equitable world.
The Board 2025-2026
Rev. Dr Dominic Savio, SJ
Chief Patron, Principal, St. Xavier’s College (Autonomous), Kolkata
Dr Tridib Sengupta
Professor In Charge
Ashmit Choraria
Campus Director
Tushar Harnathka
Joint Secretary
Prisha Rungta
Joint Secretary
Soumya Singhal
Head of Finance
Suyasha Singh
Head of Public Relations
Swapnil Pandey
Head of Editorial
Devansh Prahladka
Joint Head of Student Outreach & Operations
Annu Mishra
Joint Head of Student Outreach & Operations
Pragati Kanoi
Joint Head of Brand & Marketing
Hanshika Sethi
Joint Head of Brand & Marketing
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