ThinkRoot x Vortex '26 Hackathon

About:

• Innovation thrives where creativity meets execution.
• ThinkRoot x Vortex Hackathon 2026 is a high-energy coding marathon designed to bring together developers, AI enthusiasts, and problem solvers from diverse domains. The hackathon encourages participants to transform innovative ideas into functional digital solutions within a limited timeframe.
• What makes this hackathon unique is the use of ThinkRoot, an AI-powered development platform that enables teams to rapidly generate and deploy frontend applications.
• By leveraging ThinkRoot, participants can focus on building compelling user experiences while integrating powerful backend or machine learning capabilities using any external tools or frameworks.
• Collaborate, experiment, and push the boundaries of technology at ThinkRoot x Vortex Hackathon 2026.

Details:

• Mode: Online
• Duration: 36 Hours
• Start Date : 18th April 2026, 9:00 AM
• End Date : 19th April 2026, 9:00 PM

Team Formation:

• Teams can consist of students from different colleges.
• There are no restrictions on forming cross-college or mixed teams.
• All participants must complete their registration before the deadline.

Platform Requirement:

• Participants must use ThinkRoot (https://www.thinkroot.dev/) to generate and deploy the frontend of their project.
• Backend services, APIs, databases, and machine learning models can be implemented using any external platforms, frameworks, or infrastructure.
• The final solution must include a functional frontend deployed using ThinkRoot.

Registration:

• Participants must register through Unstop by paying a entry fee of Rs. 49.
• Upon successful registration, a confirmation email will be sent with further instructions.
• For team participation, all members must register using the same team name.
• Participants can be from different colleges, departments, or years of study.

Rules and Regulations:

• Team size: Minimum 1 and Maximum 4 members
• Open to all college students

Problem Statement :

• The problem statements for the hackathon will be released shortly before the commencement of the event.
• Participants are expected to carefully review the problem statements and begin their work once the hackathon officially starts.

Judging Criteria:

• Quality of implementation
• User experience and design
• Use of ThinkRoot 
• Functionality and completeness of the prototype
• Real-world applicability and impact