The Mastering Up International Hackathon is a premier virtual event designed for students, researchers, and early-stage entrepreneurs to tackle the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It combines scientific research with high-tech prototyping, offering a platform where code meets global impact.

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ℹ️ Event Details

• Category: SDG Innovation, Climate-Tech, AI for Social Good
• Organizer: Mastering Up (MU) International
• Eligibility: Open to students, faculty, and industry professionals (Global)
• Team Size: Exactly 4 Members
• Format: Fully Virtual
• Effort Level: High (3-day intensive sprint)

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📅 Crucial 2026 Timeline

• Registration Deadline: November 28, 2026
• Hackathon Dates:December 5 – 7, 2026
  • Day 1: Opening ceremony, orientation, and initial mentorship.
  • Day 2: Full-scale prototyping and progress review.
  • Day 3: Final judging, presentations, and award ceremony.

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🏆 Prizes & “Idea-to-Startup” Rewards

• Top 10 Teams: Each receives a $1,000 “Idea to Startup Scheme” Voucher from the SUKISH GROUP to help launch their product.
• Seed Funding: Top 3 ideas are pitched to global organizations like UNDP, World Bank, and Tesla Energy for potential investment.
• Publication: All selected abstracts are published in the MU International Journal.
• Academic Perks: Merit certificates and opportunities to present at the MU International Conference.

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🎯 The Thematic Tracks

Participants must choose one of the five core mission areas:

1. Climate Action: Carbon neutrality and disaster resilience.
2. Zero Hunger: Sustainable agriculture and precision farming.
3. Clean Water: Water purification and sanitation tech.
4. Renewable Energy: Affordable and clean energy systems.
5. Smart Infrastructure: Sustainable cities and urban innovation.

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💰 Registration Fee

• Indian Teams: ₹499 per team.
• International Teams: $50 USD per team.