Dates

  • Hackathon Start: February 1, 2026

  • Build Period: February 1 – February 28, 2026

  • Submission Deadline: February 28, 2026 (11:59 PM local time)

  • Judging Period: March 1 – March 7, 2026

  • Winners Announcement: March 7, 2026

Eligibility

  • Open to students, professionals, and independent developers worldwide

  • Participants may compete individually or in teams (up to 4 members)

  • All team members must be registered on Devpost

  • Projects must be started during the hackathon period

  • Teams may use open-source libraries, APIs, and AI tools, provided usage is disclosed

Project and Submission Requirements

Each submission must include:

  • Project name and short description

  • Clear problem statement and motivation

  • Working prototype or demonstrable concept

  • Demo (video, screenshots, or live link)

  • Tech stack and tools used

  • Explanation of innovation and impact

Optional but encouraged:

  • Source code repository (GitHub, GitLab, etc.)

  • Architecture diagram or system overview

  • Future roadmap or scalability plan

Prizes

Winners will receive:

  • 🏆 Winner & Runner-Up Recognition

  • 🎖 Digital Certificates for top teams

  • 🌟 Featured placement on Devpost and social channels

  • 👩‍⚖️ Judges’ Recognition for standout projects

Prize details (cash, swag, credits, or sponsorship awards) will be announced prior to judging.