Welcome to Summer Of Codesfest 2.0, a two-stage national-level innovation challenge designed to bring together the brightest student innovators, developers, designers, and problem-solvers from across the country.
This is not just another hackathon—it is a journey from idea to implementation.
Participants will first compete in an online ideation round, where they will analyze real-world problem statements, propose innovative solutions, and showcase their vision. The most promising teams will then advance to the offline finale, where they will transform their ideas into working products and Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).
Whether you're passionate about Artificial Intelligence, Campus Innovation, Open Innovation, FinTech, Social Impact, or emerging technologies, Summer Of Codesfest 2.0 provides the perfect platform to collaborate, build, learn, and compete with some of the most talented minds in the ecosystem.
With mentorship opportunities, networking sessions, exciting challenges, and a prize pool of ₹40,000, this event aims to foster innovation while encouraging participants to solve meaningful problems through technology.
Event Name: Summer Of Codesfest 2.0
Organized By: GSoC Innovators' Club
Format: Hybrid (Online Ideathon + Offline Hackathon)
Registration Opens: 16 June 2026
Online Phase Ends: 18 July 2026
Offline Phase: 30–31 July 2026
Offline Venue: VIT Bhopal Campus, Sehore, Madhya Pradesh
Prize Pool: ₹40,000 + Merchandise
Participants: Students, Developers, Designers, Innovators, and Tech Enthusiasts
Team Size: Solo Participation or Teams
Theme: Building Solutions That Create Real-World Impact
Participants register through the HackIndia platform and receive problem statements based on their chosen track.
Teams are required to submit a solution proposal and presentation outlining their approach, innovation, feasibility, and expected impact. This round serves as the qualifier for the final hackathon.
Duration: 16 June – 18 July 2026
Mode: Online
Register for free on the HackIndia platform as an individual or team.
The team leader is responsible for all communications.
Once registered, the team leader (or solo participant) will receive an email from the GSoC Innovators' Club containing:
The problem statement
A Google Form for PPT submission
Both will be shared within 36 hours of registration.
Qualified teams will compete in an intensive hackathon to build and demonstrate a functional MVP based on their proposed solution.
Projects will be evaluated on innovation, technical implementation, impact, usability, and presentation quality.
Participants will also engage in mini-challenges, networking sessions, mentor interactions, and final project demonstrations.
Date: 30–31 July 2026
Mode: Offline
Venue: VIT Bhopal Campus
Address: Bhopal–Indore Highway, Kothrikalan, Sehore, Madhya Pradesh
Eligibility: Round 1 qualifiers only
Offline Participation Fee: ₹99 per participant
Participants from outside VIT Bhopal must arrange and bear their own travel and accommodation expenses.
Virtual participation is available for ₹49 per participant.
Virtual participants will receive digital goodies and remain fully eligible for prizes.
Participants can choose from the following innovation tracks:
AI Agents
Campus Innovation & Student Solutions
Hardware Projects & Robotics
Open Innovation
Machine Learning Track by HackWithIndia
Each track contains one or more problem statements designed to challenge participants to build impactful and scalable solutions.
Projects will be evaluated by a panel of faculty mentors, industry professionals, and senior club alumni.
Innovation & Creativity: 25%
Technical Implementation: 25%
Impact & Problem Fit: 20%
Presentation & Pitch: 15%
Mini-Challenge Bonus: 15%
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Cash Prize
Certificates
Club Merchandise
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Certificate of Excellence
Club Merchandise
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Certificate of Merit
Club Merchandise
Certificate of Excellence
Merchandise
Virtual Credits
Certificate of Merit
Merchandise
Virtual Credits
Certificate of Merit
Merchandise
Virtual Credits
Certificate of Excellence
Cash Prize
Certificate of Merit
Cash Prize
Certificate of Merit
Cash Prize
Every participant will receive a Hackathon Starter Kit.
Compete for a ₹40,000 prize pool
Build solutions for real-world challenges
Gain hands-on product development experience
Network with innovators, developers, and mentors
Earn certificates, recognition, and rewards
Showcase your skills on a national platform
Connect with fellow participants, find teammates, and interact directly with event organizers.
WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DQgyDQcimxoEfvKFRbZtQr
Discord Server: https://discord.gg/EcjQ2kXFF
Email us: [email protected]
Summer Of Codesfest 2.0 is where ideas evolve into impactful solutions.
Challenge yourself, collaborate with talented innovators, and become part of a community that believes technology can create meaningful change.