HackJNU 4.0

HackJNU 4.0 @ School of Engineering: Hosted by Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi A premier hackathon bringing together innovative student minds to collaborate and solve real-world problems using technology Focused on learning, innovation, teamwork, and networking in an inclusive environment Event Details: Date: 30–31 January 2026 Duration: 2-day hackathon Hacking Duration: 36 hours of continuous coding Mode: Offline About HackJNU 4.0: Organised by the School of Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru University Participants work in teams to build impactful solutions across multiple domains Emphasis on collaboration, problem-solving, and hands-on development Key Highlights: 36 hours of non-stop coding Team-based problem solving Prize pool worth more than INR 1 Lakh Mentorship and peer learning opportunities Platform to showcase innovation Event Timeline: Round 1 – Idea Submission: Registration Deadline: 10 January 2026 PPT Submission Deadline: 15 January 2026 Top 75 teams advance to Round 2 Round 2 – Offline Hackathon: Day 1: 09:00 AM – Registration and check-in 09:00 AM – Opening ceremony and hacking begins 06:00 PM – Shortlisting for Day 2 Day 2: 03:00 PM – Final submissions close 03:30 PM – Project demonstrations 05:30 PM – Prize distribution 06:00 PM – Closing ceremony Hackathon Themes: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Cybersecurity Healthcare Technology Sustainability Social Impact IoT and Hardware Blockchain and Web3 Open Innovation Prizes and Rewards: Total prize pool worth INR 1 Lakh+ First Prize: INR 25,000 Second Prize: INR 15,000 Third Prize: INR 10,000 Additional benefits include meals, accommodation, certificates, goodies, and swag for all participants Rules and Eligibility: Team size must be between 2 to 4 members All development must be done during the hackathon Use of existing libraries and frameworks is allowed Projects must be original and created specifically for this event Teams must be present for final presentations All participants must adhere to the code of conduct Eligibility Criteria: Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students Valid student ID is mandatory Participants must be 18 years or older