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IgnitionHackVerse2026

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A 24-hour coding marathon where ideas ignite, innovation thrives, and developers collaborate to build solutions that matter.

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4 Tracks · ₹45,000 Each

Prize Pool

Total Prize Money
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in exciting prizes up for grabs
Track I · ₹45K
Track II · ₹45K
Track III · ₹45K
Track IV · ₹45K
Per-Track Prize Structure
🥈
₹15,000
2nd Place
2nd
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₹20,000
1st Place
1st
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₹10,000
3rd Place
3rd
COMPETITION TRACKS

Choose your domain and build solutions that matter

Track I

Intelligent Systems

  • AI Application
  • Data Science
  • Automation
  • Machine Learning
  • Predictive Systems
₹45,000 Prize Pool
Track II

Cyber Security & Smart Urbanization

  • Cyber Security
  • IoT
  • Smart City
  • Sustainability
  • Gov Tech
₹45,000 Prize Pool
Track III

Blockchain

  • Decentralized Identity (SSI)
  • Cyber Forensics & Privacy
  • Verifiable Credentials (Blockchain)
  • Zero-Trust Architecture
  • Anti-Deepfake Technology
₹45,000 Prize Pool
Track IV

Future Learning (EduTech & Healthcare)

  • Personalized Learning & AI Tutors
  • Mental Health & Wellness
  • Gamification in Education
  • Telemedicine & Remote Care
  • Accessibility Tech
₹45,000 Prize Pool
2-Round Format

Event Timeline

From online screening to an on-site 24-hour build — two rounds, one winner.

Round 1

Online Screening

Submit your PPT during registration. Top teams get selected for the on-site hackathon.

STEP 01

Registration & Submission

Participants register and submit their project idea along with a PPT presentation through the registration portal.

STEP 02

PPT Review

A panel of judges evaluates all submitted presentations based on innovation, feasibility, and relevance to the chosen track.

STEP 03

Shortlisting of Teams

Top teams are shortlisted from each track after a thorough evaluation of their idea, approach, and presentation quality.

STEP 04

Selection Notification

Selected teams receive an official notification via email with instructions, venue details, and guidelines for Round 2 — the 24-hour on-site hackathon.

Only shortlisted teams from Round 1 advance to the 24-hour on-site hackathon.
Selected teams proceed to Round 2
Round 2

24-Hour On-site Hackathon

April 3–4, 2026 · PVGCOET&M · Build, pitch, and win.

April 3 · Day 1
8:30 AM

Team Reporting

Team check-in and setting up workstations

10:00 AM

Hackathon Begins

Inauguration & 24-hour Hackathon starts

12:00 PM

Lunch Break

Lunch will be provided

2:30 PM

Mentor Talk

Get guidance from industry experts

4:00 PM

Tea Break

A short break for relaxation

7:00 PM

Dinner & Recreational Activities

Have a networking dinner

April 4 · Day 2
1:00 AM

Tea Break

Another short break for relaxation

8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Final Touches & Breakfast

Last minute adjustments before judging round

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Result declaration of top 24

First Assessment Round of Teams

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Lunch Break

Lunch for committee and top 24 teams

3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Final results & Prize distribution

Final results declared and prizes given to winners of each track

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Common Queries

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Ignition HackVerse 2026.

First, an online elimination round will be conducted, followed by an offline Hackathon conducted at PVG's COET&M, Pune.