Agentic AI Hackathon Powered by Microsoft In Collaboration with JIT Borawan

Agentic AI is the flagship 30-hour offline hackathon by Shekunj. This is not just about ideas—it is about building real, working products under pressure. Participants collaborate, innovate, and deliver solutions in a high-energy, continuous sprint. Key Dates: Registration Deadline: 20th April 2026 PPT Submission Deadline: 20th April 2026, 11:59 PM Shortlisting Announcement: Announced Soon Grand Hackathon: 2nd – 3rd May 2026 Venue: JIT Borawan, Khargone  How It Works - Two Stages Stage 1: Online PPT Submission (Shortlisting Round) Register for the hackathon Submit your idea via PPT/PDF through Unstop before the deadline Submissions will be evaluated by the organizing panel based on idea clarity, innovation, and feasibility The top 50 teams will be shortlisted for the next stage Only shortlisted teams will be notified via email Selected teams will receive a confirmation email with their shortlisting status and detailed payment instructions Shortlisted teams will need to pay a registration fee of ₹500 per team to confirm their participation. Online PPT Submission Guidelines: Format & Size: File: .pptx (preferred) or PDF Maximum size: 10 MB Naming format: TeamName_ProjectName.pptx Slides: 10–12 slides maximum Optional appendix allowed Must Include: Problem statement Proposed AI agent solution Architecture /workflow Tech stack Key features Demo/use case Innovation and impact Conclusion Design: Keep content concise Minimum font size: 18 pt Use diagrams, visuals, and screenshots Notes: Include GitHub or a demo link if available Avoid heavy animations or large media files Ensure originality (no plagiarism) Challenges: Challenge 1: Accessibility & Content Conversion Agent Build an AI agent that converts content formats and assists users with disabilities in real time. Use GitHub Copilot to: Build vision & speech pipelines Generate assistive UI Integrate accessibility APIs Optimize real-time systems Challenge 2: AI Study Companion for Competitive Exams Build an intelligent learning agent that personalizes learning, generates tests, and adapts based on performance. Use GitHub Copilot to: Build quiz engines Generate evaluation logic Create adaptive learning systems Develop tracking dashboards Challenge 3: Healthcare Assistant Agent Build a multilingual AI system that performs symptom-based triage, suggests next steps, locates healthcare facilities, and maintains patient history. Use GitHub Copilot to: Generate chatbot workflows Build triage logic systems Integrate healthcare and maps APIs Enable multilingual capabilities Challenge 4: Cyber Safety & Fraud Detection Agent Build a system that identifies suspicious messages and provides preventive guidance. Use GitHub Copilot to: Build anomaly detection systems Generate classifiers Create browser/email safety tools Develop alert systems Challenge 5: Mental Wellness Support Agent Create an AI agent that detects emotional patterns and provides coping strategies with safe escalation support. Use GitHub Copilot to: Build conversational AI Generate sentiment models Create journaling systems Develop escalation workflows Challenge 6: Smart Agriculture Advisory Agent Create an AI system that provides crop recommendations, irrigation planning, pest detection insights, and market timing advice. Use GitHub Copilot to: Build data pipelines Generate prediction models Create dashboards Integrate weather and market APIs  Grand 30-Hour Offline Hackathon -JIT Borawan Shortlisted teams will participate in a 30-hour offline build sprint at JIT Borawan Teams will develop and present a fully working prototype of their AI Agentic solution Mentorship support will be available throughout the hackathon to guide technical and product development Participants will have access to high-speed internet, power backup, and a dedicated workspace Continuous evaluation and interaction with mentors and judges will take place during the event Final product demonstrations and presentations will be conducted at the end of the hackathon Winners will be selected based on innovation, execution, impact, and technical implementation Judging Criteria (Grand Hackathon) Final Projects Will Be Evaluated On: Innovation & Originality (25%) — Is the Idea Genuinely Creative? Technical Execution (25%) — Code Quality, Architecture, Working Product Real-World Impact & Feasibility (20%) — Does It Solve a Real Problem? Problem-Solution Fit (15%) — how Well Does It Address the Chosen Ps? Presentation & Demo (15%) — Pitch Clarity and Live Demo Quality Note: Diverse teams build better solutions! Teams with female members will receive exciting extra benefits and a competitive edge. Prizes & Rewards: 1st Place: ₹25,000 Cash + Trophy + Certificate of Excellence 2nd Place: ₹15,000 Cash + Trophy + Certificate of Excellence 3rd Place: ₹10,000 Cash + Trophy + Certificate of Excellence Total Prize Pool: ₹50,000 Additional Rewards for All Participants: Official Participation Certificate Exclusive Hackathon Goodies Kit  Access to Mentor Sessions with Industry Professionals Meals Covered  Networking Opportunities with Mentors, Judges, and Builders from Across India Live On-Site Activities including Quiz, Photobooth, Food Stalls, and more Reporting Details: Date: 2nd May 2026 Time: Early Morning Buses will be available from Indore to JIT Borawan for participants. Alternatively, participants can also reach the venue( JIT Borawan, Khargone) directly on their own. Mandatory Requirements: Valid College ID Government-issued Photo ID What to Bring: Laptop, charger, and required hardware Any project-specific equipment Provided by Organizers:: High-speed Wi-Fi Power supply and extension boards Meals Rest zones Mentor sessions Activities and networking opportunities Goodies and participation certificates