Every year, thousands of startups vie for a spot on TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield. Here, we look for companies with ideas that feel truly different and category-defining.

We aren't just looking for polished products but visionary teams eager to make an impact. Your next big opportunity is waiting at TechCrunch Disrupt from October 13-15 in San Francisco, where the future champions are crowned.

Show us your product working, know your market and why you matter, then tell us your story. The application deadline is May 27, so apply early and often—sometimes it takes more than one try to shine on this stage.

And if you're still on the fence, remember—the worst that can happen is you don't get selected this cycle. But you'll have a stronger pitch next year for having tried your luck now. The world is waiting to see what you've got.