KILN '26 — The Hybrid National Build Gauntlet

KILN ’26 is a national‑level hybrid hackathon organized by Coherelive, designed to test real builders through a four‑stage crucible of ideation, screening, prototyping, and live pitching. With a prize pool of ₹35,000+, trophies, and verified certificates, it offers a unique mix of online and offline challenges for students and developers across India. Format: Hybrid (Online + Offline) Eligibility: College students, fresh graduates, and self‑taught developers Team Size: 1–4 members Registration Fee: Free Four Rounds Blueprint Submission (till 26 Sep) — Pitch your idea deck online. Screening Quiz (28 Sep) — Test fundamentals on Unstop. Virtual Hackathon (1 Oct) — A full‑day online sprint to build a working prototype. Grand Finale (15 Oct) — In‑person Demo Day with live pitches, networking, and awards. Problem Tracks AI Agents & Workflow Automation Civic & Public Utilities Climate & Urban Resilience Low‑Bandwidth Healthcare Open Innovation & DevTools Rewards ₹20,000 Grand Champion Prize + Trophy ₹10,000 Runner‑Up Prize + Trophy ₹5,000 Best Track Innovation Award Certificates for all verified participants