HACK GENESIS 2026

Get ready to attend HACK GENESIS 2026, a hybrid AI and Web3 hackathon on 18th and 23rd October 2026 at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. The event begins with a Virtual Kickoff on 18th October, followed by the main in-person hackathon on 23rd October. With teams of 2–4 members, participants can develop real-world solutions, showcase their technical skills, and compete for a ₹16,000+ prize pool along with 40K Sharp Rewards.

Organised By

HackIndia is India’s largest hackathon platform, connecting 50,000+ developers, 250+ universities, and communities across 52+ cities with technology companies through hackathons, hiring challenges, and developer-focused experiences.

Event Highlights

• Hybrid Hackathon: Join the virtual kickoff and in-person
• AI, Web3 & Emerging Tech: Explore some of the most exciting areas in technology
• ₹16,000+ Prize Pool: Compete for cash prizes and additional rewards.
• Team Building: Participate in teams of 2–4 members.
• Project Showcase: Present innovative solutions before an expert judging panel.

Why Participate in HACK GENESIS 2026?

• Build Real Products: Turn ideas into working prototypes instead of simply discussing concepts.
• Learn From Experts: Gain mentorship, feedback, and practical guidance from experienced professionals.
• Showcase Your Skills: Demonstrate your coding, design, problem-solving, and product-building abilities.
• Network With Builders: Meet developers, designers, entrepreneurs, AI enthusiasts, and innovators.
• Solve Real Problems: Create technology solutions with practical value and potential impact.
• Compete & Get Recognized: Pitch your project, compete with other teams, and earn recognition for your work.

Hackathon Tracks

1. AI & AI Agents: Build AI assistants, autonomous agents, GenAI applications, recommendation systems, and intelligent automation tools.
2. Blockchain & Web3: Explore dApps, smart contracts, digital identity, token utilities, and decentralized platforms.
3. Emerging Technology & Innovation: Develop solutions for FinTech, HealthTech, EdTech, sustainability, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
4. Hardware, IoT & Robotics: Create smart devices, robotics solutions, IoT applications, wearables, and automation systems.
   Open Innovation: Bring an original idea and use any technology stack to solve a meaningful real-world problem.

Event Flow

• Registration: Form a team of 2–4 members and register.
• Shortlisting: Registered teams go through the selection process.
• Virtual Kickoff – 18th October: Understand the tracks, rules, judging criteria, and participation guidelines.
• In-Person Hackathon – 23rd October: Shortlisted teams meet at CHRIST University, Ghaziabad.
• Build & Refine: Develop, test, and improve the proposed solution with mentorship.
• Final Demo & Pitch: Present the project to the judging panel.
• Winners & Recognition: The winner receives ₹8,000, the first runner-up ₹5,000, and the second runner-up ₹3,000.

Bring your team, turn your idea into reality, and take on the next big technology challenge at HACK GENESIS 2026 — a dynamic platform for AI, Web3, emerging technology, and innovation.