Build for Bharat 2026 | Software + Hardware Hackathon

Tracks Software: Web or mobile apps, AI-powered platforms, intelligent systems, automation and data-driven tools. Hardware: IoT devices, embedded systems, robotics, sensor-based systems and assistive technologies. Technology choice is unrestricted in both tracks. Teams may blend AI/ML, cloud, IoT and software as their solution needs.PROBLEM STATEMENTS YET TO BE ANNOUNCED Format & Process Round 0 – Registration & Idea Screening (Online): Teams submit their initial idea. Shortlisting is based on problem relevance, innovation, feasibility and impact. Round 1 – Discover, Define, Design & Build (Offline): Shortlisted teams receive problem statements on Day 1 and build a working prototype. Mid-event evaluation and shortlisting follow. Final Round – Demo & Jury Q&A: Each team gets a 10-minute presentation with live demo, then a 4-minute jury Q&A. Eligibility & Rules Teams of upto 4 members. Solutions must be original and built during the hackathon. A working prototype is mandatory for the final evaluation. Concept-only submissions will not qualify. AI/ML must solve a clearly identified problem, not serve as a decorative add-on. Participants must follow event discipline and the organizers' decisions are final. Prizes & Perks Prize pool of ₹1,20,000 across both tracks (Top 3 winners per track) Certificates for participants, finalists and winners Goodies, mentorship from industry professionals, and industry speaker sessions Meals and refreshments throughout the event