Hackastra - National Innovation Culture(Open-Innovation)

Hackastra – Global Innovation Challenge is an online idea and innovation event designed to push students to think creatively, critically, and practically. This challenge focuses on solving real-world problems through innovative thinking rather than just coding. The framework and evaluation style are guided by inputs from an IIT faculty mentor, ensuring a high-quality, rigorous, and insightful innovation experience. This brings a premium engineering perspective to the challenge while remaining fully accessible to beginners. Why Hackastra? Global-level open innovation challenge Idea-based + prototype-based submission allowed Tracks: AI for Good, Smart Web Solutions, EdTech, Sustainability, Open Innovation No rewards – certificate-based challenge promoting pure innovation Certificate of Participation for all valid submissions Certificate of Excellence for shortlisted innovators Public idea showcase for top concepts Eligibility: Open to all students (UG/PG/Diploma) Solo or team participation Coding not mandatory – idea, prototype, research, or solution concept accepted Submission Process: Register on Unstop Receive innovation brief + themes Prepare your idea/prototype/report Submit PDF/document + optional demo video Top submissions receive Excellence Certificates + public showcase Rules: Submission must be original and created for this challenge Pre made Projects are allowed Organising team’s decisions will be final