Name: HACKFEST 2026 — National-Level Hackathon
Start: 2026-10-28T09:00:00+05:30
End: 2026-10-29T09:00:00+05:30
Location: Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Rajanukunte

Question 1

Who is eligible to participate?

Accepted Answer

Students from colleges other than Sai Vidya Institute of Technology can participate as external teams. Eligible SVIT students may register through the in-house registration route.

Question 2

What is the team size requirement?

Accepted Answer

Teams must consist of 2 to 3 members. Solo participants are not allowed — pair up or form a trio.

Question 3

How does the hackathon journey work?

Accepted Answer

Round 1 is Online Open Innovation. Choose one track and submit your own solution PPT and GitHub profile by October 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM (noon). The Top 100 teams advance to the 24-hour on-campus hackathon at Sai Vidya Institute of Technology, Rajanukunte, on October 28–29, 2026.

Question 4

Is the PPT template the same for all 3 domains, and where do we get it?

Accepted Answer

Round 1 submissions consist of a solution PPT and GitHub profile. Use the official submission guidance provided by the HACKFEST organizers.

Question 5

How many tracks can a team choose?

Accepted Answer

Each team can select one of the three HACKFEST tracks: AI Nexus, Secure Sphere, or GreenTech & Impact.

Question 6

When and how will the official problem statements be released?

Accepted Answer

Industry problem statements for each track will be released at the beginning of the 24-hour on-campus hackathon on October 28, 2026.

Question 7

What opportunities are available?

Accepted Answer

Participants can receive guidance from industry mentors and judges, explore internship and job placement opportunities, and build their network with teams from different colleges.

Question 8

What should participants bring on Hackathon day?

Accepted Answer

Bring the equipment and materials your team needs to build and present your solution during the 24-hour on-campus hackathon.

Question 9

What are the prizes and participation perks?

Accepted Answer

There will be one winner and one runner-up from each track. Shortlisted on-campus participants can also receive goodies, certificates and exclusive benefits.

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