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Open problem statement
This is an open hackathon: bring any problem you care about and build something real that solves it. Judges look for a working demo, a clear problem, and a team that can explain its choices.
Closes Oct 20, 2026 · 23:00 IST
T HACKS 9.0 is a hackathon organized by IEEE ADGIPS as part of TECHNORAX V12.0 on 22 October 2026 at ADGIPS, Delhi. The event will bring together innovators and developers to build solutions across seven themes, including AI, cybersecurity, robotics, blockchain, climate tech, and EdTech. HackIndia will serve as the hackathon platform partner. The prize pool includes ₹7,000 for first place, ₹3,000 for second place, and exciting goodies for third place.
T HACKS 9.0, a flagship hackathon of TECHNORAX V12.0, is organized by IEEE ADGIPS at Dr. Akhilesh Das Gupta Institute of Professional Studies (ADGIPS), Delhi, on 22nd October 2026, with HackIndia as the hackathon platform partner.
The hackathon invites students, developers, innovators, and technology enthusiasts to collaborate, explore emerging technologies, and develop innovative solutions to real-world challenges. Participants can transform their ideas into working prototypes, showcase their technical skills, and compete for exciting prizes.
Team Size: 2–4 members per team.
Shortlisting Process: Teams will undergo an initial evaluation, and only shortlisted teams will be invited to participate in the in-person hackathon at ADGIPS, Delhi.
AI Agents & Autonomous Systems – Build intelligent agents and autonomous solutions.
Cybersecurity & Digital Trust – Develop solutions for digital security and data protection.
Climate Tech & Sustainability – Use technology to address environmental challenges.
Robotics & Physical AI – Create intelligent machines and automation systems.
Blockchain & Decentralized Applications – Explore blockchain, smart contracts, and decentralized platforms.
EdTech & Future of Learning – Innovate in education through AI-powered and technology-driven learning solutions.
Open Innovation – Build Anything – Develop creative solutions using any technology stack.
1st Prize: ₹7,000
2nd Prize: ₹3,000
3rd Prize: Exciting goodies
Date: 22nd October 2026
Venue: ADGIPS, Delhi
Fest: TECHNORAX V12.0
Hackathon: T HACKS 9.0
Platform Partner: HackIndia
Join T HACKS 9.0 to innovate, collaborate, solve real-world problems, and turn your ideas into impactful technological solutions. Bring your team, showcase your creativity, and build the future!
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This is an open hackathon: bring any problem you care about and build something real that solves it. Judges look for a working demo, a clear problem, and a team that can explain its choices.
₹10,000 prize pool
Bring the photo ID you registered with.
Submit from your team page before this time.
How new the idea or the approach is.
Does it work, and how well is it built?
How much it would matter to the people it is for.
How clearly the demo and the pitch explain it.
Judges score every team on these four. A tie goes to the higher technical execution score.
ADGIPS, NEW DELHI, FC-26, SHASTRI PARK, DELHI – 110 053
Students and working professionals can take part. Every team member registers on HackIndia with their own account.
Teams have 2–4 builders. Solo builders are welcome and can find teammates in the community channel before hacking starts.
Build your project during the hackathon. Open-source libraries, public APIs and AI tools are allowed; list what you used in your README.
Be respectful to everyone. Harassment of any kind means removal from the event.
Judges' decisions are final. Winners are announced on this page.
Anyone who builds: students, working professionals and first-time hackers are all welcome.
No. Entry is free.
Teams have 2–4 builders. You can register alone and find a team before hacking starts.
At ADGIPS College, Delhi. The full address and directions are under Venue.
No. Mentors help teams get unstuck, and first-time hackers ship projects every year.
Your team does. Sponsors may ask to talk about taking a project further; nothing changes hands without your agreement.
A personal card for T HACKS 9.0 with your team, profile and links. Download it or share it once you're in.
This hackathon is about AI, Generative AI and Machine Learning. These skills cover the same ground — each is a short track, a check, and one real thing to ship. They land on your profile whatever happens here.
