The Social Hackathon 2026

About The Event The Social Hackathon ’26 is the 5th edition of a National-Level Hackathon hosted by CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Founded in 2019, this hackathon brings together innovators, developers, and changemakers to solve real-world societal challenges. It is a 24-hour innovation challenge focused on building impactful solutions across both software and hardware domains, while also offering strong opportunities for learning, networking, and career growth.   Hackathon Themes Participants can build solutions under the following domains: Smart Cities & Infrastructure Education & Digital Empowerment Health, Well-being & AI for Impact Agriculture & Food Systems Climate Tech & Sustainability Financial Inclusion & Social Good   Key Highlights ₹50,000 Prize Pool Internship opportunities for top performers Food, accommodation, snacks, and Wi-Fi will be provided National-level exposure and expert mentorship Work on real-world, impactful problem statements Stay energized throughout the hackathon with Red Bull   Event Details Date: 13th – 14th May 2026 Venue: CMR Institute of Technology, Bangalore Team Size: 1–4 members   Event Format Round 1 (Online): Idea submission and shortlisting Round 2 (Offline): 24-hour on-campus hackathon Separate evaluation for hardware and software projects   Important Dates Last Date to Register & Submit Idea: 26th April 2026 Shortlist Announcement: 5th May 2026   Registration Know more:: Check it out Final Round Fee: ₹750 per participant ️ Teams must submit a PPT to be considered for shortlisting. Contact Details Daniya Mary John – +91 9535173412 Deekshitha Bandaru – +91 8660261627 C Vishwak Sena – +91 7019151370   Note Build innovative solutions that go beyond ideas and create real impact.The Social Hackathon is not just a competition—it’s a platform to learn, collaborate, and solve real-world problems.