KU Hackathon 2026

About the Event

Kalinga University, Raipur, is hosting KU Hackathon 2026, a 24-hour national-level innovation sprint organized by the Department of Computer Science & Faculty of Information Technology. The hackathon invites students and young professionals across India to code, create, and contribute towards solving real-world challenges.

Theme: “Code. Create. Contribute: Solving Real-World Problems through Technology”

Participants will ideate, prototype, and pitch their solutions in interdisciplinary teams, guided by expert mentors and evaluated by a distinguished panel of judges.

Participants can choose one domain to work on:

• FinTech – Secure, inclusive, and efficient digital finance solutions.
• Gaming & Gamification – Games and gamification for learning, health, or social impact.
• Cybersecurity – Tools & systems to protect data, devices, and networks.
• Waste Management – Smart, tech-driven solutions for sustainability.

Prizes (Total worth 77,500/- INR )

• 1st Prize: ₹25,000
• 2nd Prize: ₹15,000
• 3rd Prize: ₹10,000
• 4th Prize: ₹7,500
• Consolation Prizes: ₹5,000 each (Total 20,000)

Eligibility & Team Size

• Open to all university students & young professionals across India.
• Team Size: Maximum 2 members (+1 optional mentor).

Registration Details

• Registration Fee: ₹200/- per team (initial submission)
• Final Round Fee: ₹2,000/- per team (includes food & accommodation)
• Mentor Fee (optional): ₹1,000/- (includes food & accommodation)

Important Dates:

• Registration Deadline: 25th January 2026
• PPT Submission Deadline: 30th January 2026
• Announcement of Finalists: 5th February 2026

How to Register

• Make payment to:
  • Account Name: Kalinga University Faculty of Information Technology
  • Bank: Punjab National Bank
  • A/c No.: 1744100100003519
  • IFSC: PUNB0174410
• Send payment screenshot to: csit@kalingauniversity.ac.in