IT Park Uzbekistan, in collaboration with IT Park Ventures, has announced the final stage of applications for the Digital Startup Awards (DSA), aimed at supporting promising startups from Eurasian countries. Participants are offered personalized mentorship and access to a prize fund of $1 million.

The goal of the program is to identify high-potential projects, foster entrepreneurship, and stimulate innovation within the regional startup ecosystem. Eligible participants include representatives from Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkmenistan, and Mongolia. Startups from Uzbekistan are invited to compete in a special category titled “Best Startup Project”.

The Digital Startup Awards (DSA) program is designed to unlock the export potential of regional startups and enhance cross-border cooperation. Participants gain access to international mentors, educational modules, and a network of investors. From validating business models to entering global markets, the program offers practical solutions at every stage of startup development.

“Digital Startup Awards is more than just a competition. It’s a chance to be noticed, to receive support, and to build valuable connections”, said Abdulahad Kuchkarov, CEO of IT Park Uzbekistan. “We launched this initiative to give local founders a real opportunity to scale globally – to connect with the right people, access the necessary resources, and receive professional guidance. If you’re creating a product with heart and a vision for the future, this may be the opportunity that changes everything”.

The application deadline is August 30. The program features three key directions. Incubation is designed for early-stage startups – from concept to the creation of a minimum viable product (MVP). Participants receive personalized mentorship, project-based learning, and assistance in developing a business model. Acceleration is an in-person program for startups that have reached the Product-Market Fit stage. It focuses on scaling sales, attracting investment, and expanding into new markets.

Best Startup Project is a category for mature startups (from Seed to Series A) with verified revenue and sustainable results. Winners will receive grant funding and access to international investors. This category is open exclusively to projects from Uzbekistan.

Nasiba Ziyodullayeva, UzA