FirstHack 2026
FirstHack
📌 About the Event
FirstHack 2026 is an online hackathon for college and university students across India. Participants can work individually or in teams to develop practical solutions across areas such as campus life, health and wellbeing, sustainability, AI and automation, and open innovation. The event includes idea submission, a coding or building round, and a final pitch for shortlisted participants.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Mode of Conduct: Online
- Registration fee: ₹400 per participant.
- Organizer: FirstHack
- Team Size: 1–4 members; individual participation is also allowed
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 19 October 2026
- Idea Submission: 22–24 October 2026
- Grand Finale Pitch: 1–4 November 2026
- Result Announcement: 7 November 2026
🎯 Eligibility & Rules
- Open to students currently enrolled at a recognised college or university in India.
- Students from any academic branch and year can participate.
- Participants may register individually or in teams of up to four members.
- A valid student ID may be requested.
- Participants must follow the official submission guidelines and judging rules.
🏆 Benefits for Participants
- Total advertised cash prize pool of ₹1,00,000.
- First prize of ₹40,000, second prize of ₹25,000 and third prize of ₹15,000.
- Special awards of ₹10,000 for Best Design, ₹5,000 for Best Solo Build and ₹5,000 for Best Rookie Team.
- Verified certificate for participants whose teams submit their work.
- Additional benefits for selected winners, including vouchers and a covered trip for the winning team, subject to the official terms.