BrandVerse 2026: India's Startup Branding & AI Innovation Challenge
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Monday, June 22, 2026
to Monday, July 6, 2026
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2 weeks long
Artificial IntelligenceEdtechCloud
Student only
This hackathons is only open to students. Double check the event page for more information as this may mean only those from a particular university/country are eligible.
Event Type
online
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About the Challenge:
BrandVerse 2026 is a national-level innovation hackathon designed to bring together creative minds, problem solvers, aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, marketers, and technology enthusiasts from across India.
The challenge aims to encourage participants to develop innovative solutions that address real-world business, branding, technology, sustainability, education, and artificial intelligence challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, technical expertise, strategic thinking, and entrepreneurial mindset while competing with talented students from leading institutions.
This competition provides a platform for students to gain practical experience, enhance their problem-solving abilities, collaborate with like-minded peers, and present impactful ideas that can create meaningful change.
Themes:
Participants can choose to build solutions in any of the following domains:
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
AI-powered assistants
Computer vision applications
Natural language processing solutions
Predictive analytics systems
Automation tools
Branding & Marketing Innovation
Customer engagement platforms
Digital branding solutions
Marketing automation tools
Community growth platforms
Creator economy solutions
Startup & Business Solutions
Business process automation
CRM and productivity systems
SaaS products
Customer acquisition solutions
Sales intelligence tools
Education Technology
Learning management systems
Student productivity applications
Skill development platforms
Career guidance solutions
Sustainability & Social Impact
Environmental solutions
Waste management innovations
Renewable energy technologies
Community development initiatives
Open Innovation
Participants are free to submit innovative projects outside the listed categories if they solve a significant real-world problem.
Eligibility:
Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students across India.
Students from any stream, specialization, or academic discipline may participate.
Individual participation is allowed.
Team participation is allowed.
Team size: 1 to 4 members.
Inter-college teams are allowed.
Inter-specialization teams are allowed.
Competition Format:
Round 1: Idea Submission
Participants must submit:
Problem Statement
Proposed Solution
Unique Value Proposition
Expected Impact
Brief Implementation Plan
Shortlisted teams will move to the next round.
Round 2: Prototype Development
Qualified participants must develop and submit:
Working Prototype or MVP
Project Presentation Deck
Solution Documentation
Demo Video (Optional)
Round 3: Final Evaluation
Finalists will present their projects before the evaluation panel.
The presentation should include:
Problem Identification
Solution Overview
Technical Architecture
Business Impact
Future Scope
Live Demonstration (if applicable)
Evaluation Criteria:
Projects will be evaluated based on:
- Innovation & Creativity
- Problem Solving Ability
- Technical Implementation
- Business & Social Impact
- Presentation & Communication
Submission Guidelines:
Participants must ensure that:
All submitted work is original.
Solutions should address a clearly defined problem.
Projects must include adequate documentation.
Teams should clearly explain the practical impact of their solution.
Submissions must be completed before the deadline.
Participants may use any technology stack, programming language, framework, or design tool.
Rewards & Recognition:
Winner:
Certificate of Excellence
Winner Recognition
Runner-Up:
Certificate of Achievement
Runner-Up Recognition
All Participants:
Digital Participation Certificate
Networking Opportunities
Industry Exposure
Skill Development Experience
Important Dates:
Participants are advised to complete registration before the deadline and regularly check the platform for updates regarding submissions, evaluations, and announcements.
Rules & Regulations:
The competition is open only to currently enrolled students.
Participants may register individually or as a team.
Team size cannot exceed four members.
Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are permitted.
All submissions must be original and created by the participants.
Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
Multiple submissions of the same project are not allowed.
Organizers reserve the right to verify participant information.
The decision of the evaluation panel shall be final and binding.
Organizers reserve the right to modify schedules, timelines, and evaluation procedures if required.
Why Participate?
Showcase your skills on a national platform
Build innovative solutions for real-world problems
Gain recognition among peers and industry professionals
Strengthen your portfolio and resume
Collaborate with talented students from across India
Enhance your problem-solving, technical, and entrepreneurial abilities
Join BrandVerse 2026 and transform your ideas into impactful innovations!