BuildX India 2026 – 24 Hour AI & Blockchain Hackathon

BuildX India 2026 is a 24-hour online innovation hackathon designed to bring together 200+ developers, students, and tech enthusiasts to build impactful solutions using AI, Blockchain, and emerging technologies. This hackathon aims to foster innovation, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving by encouraging participants to transform ideas into working prototypes within 24 hours. Whether you are a beginner exploring your first hackathon or an experienced builder looking to showcase your skills, BuildX India offers the perfect platform to innovate, network, and grow. Participants will have the opportunity to:• Build real-world projects• Compete for prizes and recognition• Receive certificates• Network with like-minded developers• Gain exposure to sponsors and ecosystem partners 🎯 Themes / Tracks Participants can build in any of the following tracks: 🔹 Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning🔹 Blockchain & Web3🔹 Open Innovation (Any Tech Stack)🔹 SaaS / Productivity Tools🔹 Social Impact Solutions 👥 Who Can Participate? • College students (any year)• Developers & coders• Startup enthusiasts• Designers & product builders• Individual or team participation (1–4 members recommended) 🏅 Prizes & Recognition • Winner – Prize Pool + Ecosystem Rewards• Runner-up – Partner Rewards• Track Winners – Sponsored Bounties• Top Projects – Community Spotlight Feature• All Participants – Verified Digital Certificate 📌 Rules & Guidelines Teams can have 1–4 members.Projects must be built during the hackathon period.Use of open-source libraries is allowed.Plagiarism or pre-built solutions will lead to disqualification.Final submission must include:GitHub repository linkDemo video (2–3 minutes)Project description ⏰ Tentative Schedule Day 1• Opening Ceremony• Problem Statement Announcement• Hacking Begins Day 2• Submission Deadline• Project Evaluation• Results & Closing Ceremony 🌐 Why Join BuildX India? ✔ Build real-world projects✔ Boost your portfolio✔ Compete nationally✔ Gain exposure✔ Connect with developers ❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 1️⃣ Is this hackathon online or offline? BuildX India 2026 is a fully online 24-hour hackathon. Participants can join from anywhere. 2️⃣ Who can participate? Students, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts from any college or background can participate. Both beginners and experienced developers are welcome. 3️⃣ Can I participate solo? Yes. You can participate individually or form a team of up to 4 members. 4️⃣ What is the team size limit? Minimum: 1 memberMaximum: 4 members 5️⃣ Is there any registration fee? No, participation is completely free. 6️⃣ What should we submit at the end? Final submission must include:• GitHub repository link• Demo video (2–3 minutes)• Project description• Live link (if applicable) 7️⃣ Can we use existing projects? No. Projects must be built during the 24-hour hackathon window. Pre-built or plagiarized submissions will be disqualified. 8️⃣ Are open-source libraries allowed? Yes, open-source tools and APIs are allowed. However, the core idea and implementation must be original. 9️⃣ How will projects be judged? Projects will be evaluated based on:• Innovation & creativity• Technical implementation• Practical impact• UI/UX (if applicable)• Presentation & demo quality 🔟 Will participants receive certificates? Yes. All valid participants will receive a digital certificate. Winners and track winners will receive special recognition. 1️⃣1️⃣ Will there be mentorship during the event? Yes, mentors and organizers will be available in the community channel to guide participants. 1️⃣2️⃣ Where will communication happen? All official announcements and updates will be shared via the event communication channel Organized by: UDTech IndiaFollow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/udtech-india