Zero2One Hackathon
E-Cell
📌 About the Event
Zero2One is a premier hackathon designed to be a launchpad for the next generation of founders. Moving beyond a standard coding marathon, this event focuses on the journey from “Zero” (the idea) to “One” (the breakthrough product). Hosted in an environment that prioritizes disruption over iteration, Zero2One provides the mentorship and pressure needed to turn code into a potential startup.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Hackathons national and international, Startup and Pitching Competitions
- Organizer: E-Cell
- Eligibility: Aspiring founders, developers, and designers
- Team Size: 2 to 4 members
- Effort Level: High (Overnight build and pitch)
- Submission Type: Idea Submission followed by a 2-day on-site hack
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Opens: 31st August 2026
- Idea Submission Deadline: 29th September 2026
- Grand Finale (Day 1): 14th October 2026 (Opening Ceremony & Hacking)
- Pitching & Results (Day 2): 15th October 2026
- Mode: Offline
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Total Prize Pool: ₹50,000+
- Incentives: Direct mentorship from industry leaders and potential seed networking.
- Certificates: Participation and merit certificates for top-performing squads.
- Recognition: Winning teams will be featured as “Breakthrough Founders” in the community newsletter.
🎯 What You Will Do
- Pitch the Vision: Focus on tracks like FinTech (DeFi and banking for the unbanked), EdTech (immersive classroom tech), or Sustainable Tech (green energy).
- Rapid Prototyping: Transition from a conceptual idea to a functional MVP during the intensive 24-hour hacking block on Day 1.
- Startup Mentorship: Work with mentors to refine your business model and technical architecture.
- The Final Pitch: On Day 2, present your “Breakthrough” to a panel of judges in a startup-style pitching session.
📦 Resources and Support Available
- Access to a curated launchpad environment in the Main Auditorium.
- Real-world problem statements designed to spark immediate innovation.
- Networking sessions with like minded innovators and potential co-founders.