IgniteX HackFest 2026

Theme: "Igniting Innovation, Empowering the Future" Submission Link: https://forms.gle/V4zMoxnws87GE1wx6 IgniteX HackFest 2026 is a premier innovation challenge that invites innovators, developers, researchers, students, and technology enthusiasts to design and build impactful solutions using cutting-edge technologies. The hackathon aims to foster creativity, problem-solving, and technological advancement by encouraging participants to develop solutions that can transform industries and improve society. Participants are encouraged to explore groundbreaking ideas and create innovative projects that address real-world challenges across multiple domains through the power of emerging technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration. Focus Areas: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Generative AI Applications Industry 5.0 & Smart Manufacturing Internet of Things (IoT) Robotics & Automation Cybersecurity Smart Cities Healthcare Technology Sustainable and Green Technologies Blockchain & FinTech Education Technology Agriculture Technology Guidelines: Participation is individual only. Participants must register before the registration deadline. The last date for project submission is 10th August 2026. Projects must be original and developed by the participant. Use of open-source libraries, APIs, and frameworks is allowed. Plagiarism or copied projects will lead to disqualification. Participants must submit: Source Code/Project Files Project Report or Documentation Presentation or Pitch Deck Demo Video (if applicable) The decision of the judges will be final and binding. Evaluation Criteria: Innovation and Creativity Technical Implementation Real-World Impact Scalability and Feasibility Presentation Quality ️Participation Benefits: Participation Certificates for all participants. Winner Certificates for top performers. Exciting prizes and goodies for winners. Networking and learning opportunities with innovators nationwide.