Hackdata Hackathon'26

Shiv Nadar University, IoE is back with its flagship pan-India hackathon — bigger, bolder, and now centered around the future of collaboration between humans and intelligent systems.This is Hackdata 2026. Over 40 teams ₹3 Lakh+ prize pool One epic weekend of building systems where humans and machines truly team up Register now for the Online Qualifier Round and lock your spot on campus. Event Details: Date: March 14 & 15, 2026 Location: Shiv Nadar University, Greater Noida Theme: SHARED AUTONOMY We’re not here to let machines take over; we’re here to make them our next-generation partners. Shared autonomy is where humans define intent, judgment, and boundaries, while machines bring precision, speed, repetition, and real-time decision-making. This synergy enables development and creation far beyond current limits. Think co-piloted drones, assistive robots that act only when needed, augmented tools that amplify human skill, intelligent agents that intervene at the right moment, or intuitive and safe control loops. Pure software, embedded systems, robotics, lightweight AI, human-in-the-loop algorithms — anything that turns autonomy into partnership instead of replacement. Hackathon Tracks (choose one or blend both): Software Track: Build intelligent agents, decision-support systems, augmented interfaces, or backend algorithms that collaborate seamlessly with human users. Hardware Track: Design physical systems such as robots, wearables, tools, or vehicles with shared-control architectures beyond basic IoT, featuring closed-loop intelligence that enhances human oversight. Full problem statements, track guidelines, and submission rules are available in the attached document. What to Expect at Hackdata ’26: 24 hours of non-stop human–machine co-creation Mentorship from industry experts building shared-autonomy systems Hands-on workshops on robotics, human–AI interaction, and real-time control systems Talks by pioneers who believe in collaboration over replacement Networking with 160+ of India’s sharpest builders Midnight mini-games, swag, food, caffeine, and productive chaos Important Rules: Team size: Exactly 4 members Open to all undergraduate students (any year, specialization, or college) Inter-college and mixed-year teams allowed Every submission must include a working prototype, a deck, and a 3-minute video explanation Judging criteria: Novelty, Technical Depth, Human–Machine Synergy, Feasibility, Impact Prize Money & Goodies: ₹3 Lakh+ cash pool Internships, cloud credits, hardware kits, and lifetime bragging rights Logistics (100% Free): Travel reimbursement or shuttles from key Delhi-NCR hubs (details closer to the event) On-campus accommodation for the entire weekend All meals and unlimited tea/coffee High-speed Wi-Fi and power access throughout the venue Registration Deadline: 14th January 2026, 11:59 PM Whether you code agents, build hardware, design UX for human–AI trust, or simply love creating systems that make humans better—not obsolete—Hackdata 2026 is where human + machine becomes magic. Form your team of four. Choose your track. Think partnership, not takeover.See you on campus in March 2026.