HackIndia AI & CyberTech Hackathon 2026
Kanpur Institute of Technology
📌About the event
HackIndia AI & CyberTech Hackathon 2026 is a one-day, in-person hackathon organized by HackIndia in association with Kanpur Institute of Technology. The event brings together students, developers, AI enthusiasts, and cybersecurity innovators to develop working prototypes addressing real-world challenges. Participants can explore AI, AI agents, and cybersecurity while receiving mentorship and presenting their solutions to a judging panel
ℹ️ Event Details
- Mode: Offline
- Organizer: HackIndia, in association with Kanpur Institute of Technology
- Team Size: 2–4 members
- Tracks: AI & AI Agents, Cybersecurity
- Venue: Kanpur Institute of Technology, Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh
- Registration Fee: Free
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 15 October 2026, 4:02 PM IST
- Hackathon Date: 28 October 2026
- Duration: One day
🎯 Eligibility & Rules
- Open to students, developers, AI/ML enthusiasts, AI agent builders, cybersecurity enthusiasts, designers, entrepreneurs, and technology innovators.
- Teams must consist of 2–4 members.
- Only shortlisted teams will be invited to participate at the venue.
- Participants should develop a solution relevant to the hackathon’s AI or cybersecurity tracks.
- Teams should be prepared to build a working prototype and present their solution to the judging panel.
🏆 Benefits for Participants
- Winner – ₹5,000 cash prize
- First Runner-Up – ₹4,000 cash prize
- Second Runner-Up – ₹2,000 cash prize
- Expert mentorship and guidance during project development
- Hands-on experience building AI and cybersecurity solutions
- Opportunity to showcase projects before a judging panel
- Networking with developers, innovators, and technology enthusiasts