Cyber Nexus Hackathon
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Thursday, April 16, 2026
to Thursday, April 30, 2026
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2 weeks long
CybersecurityArtificial IntelligenceEdtech
Student only
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Event Type
online
157
Participants
14
Est. Projects
Organizers
Cyber Nexus Hackathon – Secure Bharat Summit 2026
Cyber Nexus Hackathon is an innovation-driven hackathon focused on solving real-world challenges through technology. Participants are expected to build their own original ideas and solutions under future-focused domains such as Cyber Security, Blockchain, Agentic AI, and Generative AI. The hackathon will be conducted in two rounds: Online PPT Screening Round + Offline Prototype Finale.
Eligibility:
Open to UG/PG students from all recognized colleges/universities.
Students from all branches and specializations are eligible.
Team participation only.
Team size: 2 to 4 members.
Inter-college teams are allowed.
Inter-specialization teams are allowed.
Tracks:
Participants can choose to build solutions in any one or multiple of the following tracks:
Cyber Security
Blockchain
Agentic AI
Generative AI
Competition Format:
Round 1: Online PPT Submission Round
Mode: Online
Teams must submit a PowerPoint Presentation (PPT) explaining their innovative idea.
PPT should clearly mention problem statement identified by the team, proposed solution, uniqueness, technology stack, use case, and expected impact.
Top 25 teams will be shortlisted for the final round.
Round 2: Offline Grand Finale
Date: 2nd May 2026
Mode: Offline at GGSIPU-EDC , Delhi
Shortlisted top 25 teams will present and showcase their working prototype/MVP before judges.
Teams must explain implementation, scalability, technical architecture, and business/social impact.
Live judging, mentoring, networking, and final presentations.
Rules & Guidelines:
Every participant must register through the official platform.
One participant can be a part of only one team.
Ideas and prototypes must be original.
Plagiarism or copied submissions will lead to disqualification.
Use of open-source tools/APIs is allowed.
Submission after deadlines may not be accepted.
Teams must bring valid college ID cards for offline round.
Final decision of judges will be binding.
PPT Evaluation Criteria (Round 1):
Innovation & Uniqueness
Problem Relevance
Feasibility
Clarity of Idea
Potential Impact
Technical Approach
Finale Evaluation Criteria (Round 2):
Working Prototype Quality
Technical Execution
Creativity & Innovation
Presentation & Demo
Scalability
Real-world Impact
Perks:
Certificates for participants/finalists
Prizes & rewards
Networking with industry experts
Internship and exposure opportunities
Recognition at Secure Bharat Summit 2026
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