Cyber Nexus Hackathon

Cyber Nexus Hackathon – Secure Bharat Summit 2026 Cyber Nexus Hackathon is an innovation-driven hackathon focused on solving real-world challenges through technology. Participants are expected to build their own original ideas and solutions under future-focused domains such as Cyber Security, Blockchain, Agentic AI, and Generative AI. The hackathon will be conducted in two rounds: Online PPT Screening Round + Offline Prototype Finale. Eligibility: Open to UG/PG students from all recognized colleges/universities. Students from all branches and specializations are eligible. Team participation only. Team size: 2 to 4 members. Inter-college teams are allowed. Inter-specialization teams are allowed. Tracks: Participants can choose to build solutions in any one or multiple of the following tracks: Cyber Security Blockchain Agentic AI Generative AI Competition Format: Round 1: Online PPT Submission Round Mode: Online Teams must submit a PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) explaining their innovative idea. PPT should clearly mention problem statement identified by the team, proposed solution, uniqueness, technology stack, use case, and expected impact. Top 25 teams will be shortlisted for the final round. Round 2: Offline Grand Finale Date: 2nd May 2026 Mode: Offline at GGSIPU-EDC , Delhi Shortlisted top 25 teams will present and showcase their working prototype/MVP before judges. Teams must explain implementation, scalability, technical architecture, and business/social impact. Live judging, mentoring, networking, and final presentations. Rules & Guidelines: Every participant must register through the official platform. One participant can be a part of only one team. Ideas and prototypes must be original. Plagiarism or copied submissions will lead to disqualification. Use of open-source tools/APIs is allowed. Submission after deadlines may not be accepted. Teams must bring valid college ID cards for offline round. Final decision of judges will be binding. PPT Evaluation Criteria (Round 1): Innovation & Uniqueness Problem Relevance Feasibility Clarity of Idea Potential Impact Technical Approach Finale Evaluation Criteria (Round 2): Working Prototype Quality Technical Execution Creativity & Innovation Presentation & Demo Scalability Real-world Impact Perks: Certificates for participants/finalists Prizes & rewards Networking with industry experts Internship and exposure opportunities Recognition at Secure Bharat Summit 2026 Join Defenders Connect Community : link follow us on instagram for more details : Abhedya.ig | DefendersConnect.ig linkedIn : Abhedya.LinkedIn | Defendersconnect.LinkedIn