Hack-a-Sprint

As a part of Cognoise 2026, Hack-a-Sprint is the flagship 24-hour hackathon designed for innovators, developers, and problem-solvers who want to build impactful technology under pressure. In this challenge, participants will develop software or hardware solutions that address real-world problems within a limited time frame. During the 24 hours, teams will brainstorm ideas, design solutions, and build functional prototypes. Participants are expected to focus not only on creating an innovative concept but also on delivering a usable and technically feasible solution. Projects will be evaluated based on innovation, UI/UX design, and technical feasibility, ensuring that the ideas are creative, user-friendly, and practically implementable. This competition provides students an opportunity to test their creativity, technical skills, and teamwork while competing with some of the brightest minds in the tech community. Eligibility: Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized college or university. Participation is allowed only in teams of 2 to 4 members. Individual participation is not permitted. Prize Pool: The competition features an exciting prize pool to reward the most innovative and impactful solutions: 1st Prize: ₹25,000 2nd Prize: ₹12,500 3rd Prize: ₹7,500 Event Details: Date: 31 March (Day 1 of Cognoise 2026) Time: 11:00 AM onwards Duration: 24 Hours