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Event Type
in person
75
Participants
₹300,000
Prize Pool
6
Est. Projects
Association of Computing, Technology & Science (ACTS-EDC), University School of Automation & Robotics (USAR), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), East Delhi Campus is organizing BRAINWAVE 2026 !
Join the Official BRAINWAVE 2026 WhatsApp Community for Updates and Query Resolution:https://chat.whatsapp.com/KO79BBDUoqH7RqcepXjB1J
About the Opportunity:BRAINWAVE 2026 is the flagship National Innovation Challenge organized by the Association of Computing, Technology & Science (ACTS-EDC), University School of Automation & Robotics (USAR), Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), East Delhi Campus.
The competition brings together innovators, developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers from across the country to build impactful solutions for real-world challenges. Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their creativity, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial mindset while receiving mentorship from industry professionals. Through multiple evaluation rounds, expert mentoring, and an in-person Grand Finale, BRAINWAVE 2026 aims to foster innovation that creates meaningful social and technological impact.
Tracks:
Participants may choose a problem statement from the Official Problem Statement Tracks or compete under the Open Innovation Track.
The official problem statements will be released in two phases:
Track Set 1 (4 Tracks): 20 July 2026
Track Set 2 (4 Tracks): 30 July 2026
A total of 8 innovation tracks, each comprising multiple real-world problem statements, will be released across both track sets.
Eligibility:
Open to undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma students, and recent graduates from any recognized institution.
Team size: 2–4 members.
Inter-college teams are allowed.
Inter-specialization and interdisciplinary teams are allowed.
Why Participate?
Solve real-world industry and societal challenges.
Learn directly from experienced mentors and industry leaders.
Network with innovators, entrepreneurs, researchers, and recruiters.
Showcase innovative ideas before an eminent jury.
Compete for cash prizes, internships, certificates, and exciting rewards.
Gain national recognition for your innovation.
Important Guidelines:
The official PPT template and submission guidelines will be released before the submission round.
Teams must submit only original work. Any form of plagiarism or misconduct will result in immediate disqualification.
The decisions of the organizing committee and jury will be final and binding.
Travel and accommodation will not be provided for the Grand Finale. Participating teams must make their own arrangements.
Meals, refreshments, and participant kits will be provided during the Grand Finale.
Code of Conduct:
All participants, mentors, judges, sponsors, and volunteers are expected to follow the official BRAINWAVE 2026 Code of Conduct throughout the event.
By registering, participants agree to comply with all event policies and guidelines.
Official Code of Conduct (PDF):https://shorturl.at/5fyBj
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.