About
NavUtkarsh Hackathon 2026
NavUtkarsh Hackathon 2026, organised by NavUtkarsh in collaboration with the Leo Club of Tarapur, is a platform for young innovators to turn their ideas into practical solutions. The hackathon encourages participants to identify real-world problems, develop innovative prototypes, and showcase their technical and creative abilities.
Join us to build, innovate, collaborate, and connect with a community of emerging innovators.
Hackathon Format
Round 1: Online Idea Submission and Prototype Development
Registration and participation will take place online.
Participants will submit their innovative ideas and work towards developing a functional prototype along with a PPT.
Shortlisted teams will progress to the final round.
Tentative Timeline: 20 October to 1 December 2026.
Round 2: Grand Offline Hackathon
Date: 26 December 2026
Venue: Boisar, Maharashtra
Shortlisted teams will present and demonstrate their solutions before the judging panel.
Teams will be evaluated on innovation, problem-solving, technical implementation, feasibility, and presentation.
Eligibility
Open to students and aspiring innovators interested in technology and problem-solving.
Participants must register in teams of 2–4 members.
Each team must provide accurate registration details and submit original work.
Participants must follow the official instructions and deadlines communicated by the organisers.
Rules and Guidelines
Each team must have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members.
Teams must develop solutions relevant to the announced problem statements or themes.
Plagiarism and misrepresentation of another team's work are prohibited.
Teams must submit their work within the prescribed deadlines.
Teams selected for the final round must attend the offline event at Boisar, Maharashtra, on 26 December 2026.
The judges' decisions will be final.
Some rules are explicitly mentioned on the official website, and additional rules will be communicated after the Round 1 results.
Any additional submission requirements, judging criteria, and event instructions will be communicated by the organisers.
What to Expect
An opportunity to transform ideas into prototypes.
A platform to demonstrate technical and creative skills.
Exposure to mentors, industry professionals, and fellow innovators.
Opportunities for recognition, prizes, and industry interaction, subject to the final event announcements.
Ready to build something meaningful? Register for NavUtkarsh Hackathon 2026 and turn your ideas into impact!