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HackIndia AI & DeepTech Hackathon 2026 is a high impact innovation challenge designed for ambitious student developers, AI engineers, builders, designers, and technology innovators ready to solve real world problems using Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.
Hosted at ABES Engineering College, Ghaziabad, this hackathon brings together some of the brightest technical minds to build production ready solutions, collaborate with mentors and industry experts, and compete in one of India’s growing AI and DeepTech innovation ecosystems.
This is more than just a coding competition.
It is a builder focused platform where ideas become real products, teams gain visibility, and innovators unlock opportunities for internships, hiring, startup growth, and national recognition.
Whether you are building AI applications, intelligent automation systems, blockchain platforms, AI agents, productivity tools, or next generation digital experiences, this hackathon is your opportunity to showcase your talent on a serious innovation stage.
📍 Venue: ABES Engineering College, Ghaziabad
📅 Date: May 13, 2026
👥 Team Size: 2 to 4 Members
🏆 Prize Pool + Internship Opportunities + Recognition
HackIndia AI & DeepTech Hackathon is designed to challenge participants to think beyond classroom projects and build practical technology solutions that can create real impact.
Participants will work in teams to design, build, and present innovative prototypes within a fast paced collaborative environment focused on creativity, technical execution, and problem solving.
The hackathon encourages participants to explore emerging technologies and transform bold ideas into working products.
Teams will have the opportunity to:
• Build innovative AI and DeepTech solutions
• Collaborate with peers and mentors
• Gain practical product development experience
• Present ideas to judges and technology leaders
• Compete for prizes and recognition
• Unlock internship and networking opportunities
Build intelligent systems powered by Large Language Models, AI Agents, automation workflows, recommendation systems, copilots, computer vision, or generative AI applications.
Examples include:
• AI Assistants
• Autonomous AI Agents
• Productivity AI Tools
• AI for Education and Healthcare
• Intelligent Automation Platforms
• Conversational AI Systems
Create decentralized applications and blockchain powered solutions focused on utility, transparency, digital ownership, and next generation internet experiences.
Examples include:
• Smart Contract Applications
• Decentralized Platforms
• Wallet Integrations
• Token Utility Systems
• Identity and Verification Solutions
• Onchain Communities
Build advanced technology solutions solving real world challenges across industries including healthcare, finance, sustainability, cybersecurity, infrastructure, agriculture, and productivity.
Examples include:
• Smart Infrastructure
• Cybersecurity Solutions
• Robotics and Automation
• IoT Applications
• FinTech Platforms
• HealthTech Innovation
Build a complete conference website admin backend for VibeCoder Conference 2026 | Premier Vibe Coding Event & AI Development Conference.
Benefits:
Winners will get a chance to get summer internship with HackIndia team.
Badge on their profile (HackIndia Internship)
Build a smart contract with a POC front end to mint certificate and skills badge NFTs on Polygon chain.
Benefits:
10k Sharp Token
Internship opportunity with Sharp Economy, one of the most innovative and fastest growing Web3 company
Badge on their profile (Sharp Economy)
Bring your own unique idea and build something bold, useful, and impactful using any technology stack.
Move beyond tutorials and create working prototypes that demonstrate your technical and creative abilities.
Collaborate with mentors, engineers, startup founders, and technology professionals throughout the event.
Outstanding participants may receive internship, networking, mentorship, or hiring opportunities through HackIndia and partner organizations.
Become part of a fast growing innovation community connecting developers, universities, startups, and technology leaders across India.
Present your project to judges and industry experts while competing against some of the most talented student innovators in the region.
Projects will be evaluated based on:
• Innovation and originality
• Technical implementation
• Real world impact
• User experience and usability
• Scalability and practicality
• Presentation quality
HackIndia AI & DeepTech Hackathon is open to:
• Engineering Students
• AI and ML Enthusiasts
• Software Developers
• Blockchain Developers
• Product Builders
• UI/UX Designers
• Startup Teams
• Technology Innovators
Whether you are a beginner exploring new technologies or an experienced builder looking to create something meaningful, the hackathon is designed to challenge your creativity and execution.
Participants will gain hands on experience in:
• AI and Emerging Technologies
• Team Collaboration
• Product Development
• Rapid Prototyping
• Problem Solving
• Presentation and Pitching
• Networking with Industry Professionals
Top teams may also receive:
• Internship Opportunities
• Industry Recognition
• Community Visibility
• Access to Future HackIndia Programs
• Showcase Opportunities Across HackIndia Platforms
Participants register individually or as teams through the HackIndia platform.
Teams finalize problem statements, brainstorm ideas, and define project goals.
Teams collaborate to design and build their prototype solutions during the hackathon.
Participants receive feedback and guidance from mentors and technical experts.
Teams showcase their projects before the judging panel.
Top teams receive prizes, recognition, and future opportunities.
HackIndia is building one of India’s fastest growing innovation ecosystems focused on AI, DeepTech, Web3, and emerging technologies.
Through hackathons, innovation programs, mentorship initiatives, and developer communities, HackIndia empowers the next generation of builders, creators, and technology leaders.
HackIndia connects students, universities, startups, developers, mentors, and industry experts through high impact innovation experiences designed to inspire learning, collaboration, and real-world problem solving.
The future of technology will be built by creators who can innovate, adapt, and execute.
This is your opportunity to build something meaningful, collaborate with ambitious innovators, and showcase your talent on a serious technology platform.
Build. Innovate. Compete. Launch.
