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Event Type
online
369
Participants
33
Est. Projects
VibeAthon 6.0 | VibeCoding Hackathon
Build Fast. Solve Real Problems. Get Recognized.
VibeAthon 6.0 is the sixth edition of NxtGenSec's flagship monthly VibeCoding Hackathon, bringing together students, developers, professionals, startup builders, and AI enthusiasts from across India to build impactful, production-ready web applications in just 72 hours.
Unlike traditional coding competitions, VibeAthon focuses on solving real-world challenges by developing complete, publicly deployable solutions using modern technologies and AI-assisted development workflows.
The official problem statement will be revealed during the Kickoff Session on 25 July 2026 at 10:00 AM IST.
Why Participate?
Build a real-world project for your portfolio.
Showcase your technical and problem-solving skills.
Collaborate with talented builders from across India.
Compete for exciting prizes and national recognition.
Explore internship, collaboration, and networking opportunities.
Learn and build using AI-powered development workflows.
Eligibility
The hackathon is open to:
College Students
School Students
Fresh Graduates
Working Professionals
Independent Developers
Startup Builders
Participants from all institutions and organizations across India are welcome.
Team Size
Individual Participation
Teams of up to 4 members
Hackathon Duration
25 July – 27 July 2026 (72 Hours)
Registration Process
Register individually or as a team.
Complete the participant verification process.
Join the official communication channel after approval.
Attend the Kickoff Session to receive the official problem statement.
Build, deploy, and submit your solution before the deadline.
Technologies Allowed
Participants are free to use:
Any Programming Language
Any Framework
Cloud Platforms
Databases
APIs & SDKs
AI Models
Low-Code / No-Code Platforms
Open-Source Technologies
AI Coding Assistants
Submission Requirements
Each submission must include:
Public GitHub Repository
Live Deployed Application
Proof of Development (PoD)
Project Documentation (README)
Evaluation Criteria
Projects will be evaluated based on:
Problem Understanding
Innovation & Creativity
Technical Implementation
User Experience
Product Completeness
Deployment Quality
Demo & Presentation
Rewards & Recognition
Winners
Winner
1st Runner-Up
2nd Runner-Up
Excellence Awards
Every Participant Receives
Digital Participation Certificate
Internship Opportunities
Project Showcase
Community Recognition
AI Workflow Recognition
Builder Network Access
Mentorship & Learning Resources
Important Dates
Event
Date
Registration Opens
1 June 2026
Builder Preparation
8–24 July 2026
Kickoff & Problem Statement
25 July 2026
Hackathon Begins
25 July 2026
Final Submission
27 July 2026 (11:49 PM IST)
Evaluation
28–29 July 2026
Results Announcement
31 July 2026
Rules
The official problem statement will be announced only during the Kickoff Session.
Projects must be developed during the hackathon period.
Teams may consist of 1–4 participants.
Plagiarism or previously developed projects will lead to immediate disqualification.
The submitted application must be functional and publicly accessible.
The decision of the organizing team shall be final.
Ready to Build?
Turn your ideas into real-world products, collaborate with innovators across India, and showcase your skills on a national stage.
Join VibeAthon 6.0 and build something impactful in just 72 hours!
Judge Accessibility
Organizer email available25/25
Student-run event15/15
Actively looking for judges25/25
Small event (120 participants)10/10
No corporate sponsors10/10
New or emerging organizer10/10
Public registration available5/5
Online format (judge from anywhere)10/10
Top signals
Organizer email available
Student-run event
Actively looking for judges
Organizers
Alex Johnson
alex@example.org
Jamie Rivera
jamie@example.org
Sam Chen
sam@example.org
Estimated Audience
Mostly Students
ExperienceStudent
OccupationStudents
Beginner Friendly
Women in Tech
Technical Focus
AI95%
Web80%
Mobile25%
Industries
Healthcare
Education
Climate
Technologies
Python
React
OpenAI
Why this estimate
• Hosted by a university
• Open to students
• MLH member event
Estimate inferred from event metadata, not actual attendee data.