Founders have until 11:59 p.m. PT today to apply or nominate startups for Startup Battlefield 200. Selected companies compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding and gain visibility at TechCrunch Disrupt in front of 10,000+ attendees, VCs, and media. Thousands apply annually, but only 200 promising early-stage startups earn this prestigious platform.

The program has proven track record, with alumni including Dropbox, Cloudflare, and Discord who collectively raised over $32 billion and produced 250+ exits. Selected founders receive exhibition booths, pitch training, and direct investor access. This exposure alone transforms startups without needing to win the competition.

To qualify, startups need a functional MVP, clear demo, and strong market potential. Most selected companies are pre-Series A. Founders building category-defining products now have just hours left to submit applications before the application window closes permanently.