Is HackMysuru suitable as a hackathon for beginners?

Yes! HackMysuru 1.0 is beginner-friendly. Student teams from Engineering, BCA, B.Sc, and MCA with basic coding knowledge are encouraged to join. Mentors and architectural walkthrough guides are provided to help first-time participants build real software.

Is HackMysuru an online hackathon or an on-site hackathon?

HackMysuru is a hybrid two-phase hackathon. Phase 1 (18–20 September 2026) is a 72-hour online hackathon where teams build from home or college. The Top 50 qualifying teams advance to Phase 2 (26–27 September 2026), which is an on-site 24-hour grand hackathon in Mysuru, Karnataka.

Is HackMysuru an AI hackathon?

Yes. HackMysuru features dedicated AI and Intelligent Automation tracks alongside Civic Tech, Smart Infrastructure, FinTech, and Enterprise software challenges.

What is the registration deadline for HackMysuru 2026?

Team registration closes on 18 September 2026 at 23:59 IST. Teams can register at https://hackmysuru.rankbook.in/register.

What are the prizes for HackMysuru 1.0?

HackMysuru 1.0 features a prize pool of Rs 1,00,000+ including cash rewards, winner trophies, certificates of excellence, and direct hiring fast-tracks with industry sponsors.

How do teams submit their Phase 1 deliverables?

All submissions are indexed in a single landing file: resource.md placed at the root of your team's GitHub repository. Teams link their live MVP demo, mandatory 10-minute video walkthrough (uploaded to Google Drive with public viewing access), presentation deck, and 1-page Decision Log in resource.md.

Phase 1 Challenge & Submission Blueprint

Everything you need to know about the 72-hour continuous open build, industrial challenge categories, and the mandatory repository structure.

⭐️ Required GitHub Repository Blueprint

All deliverables must be indexed in resource.md at the root of your repository before 20 September 2026 (23:59 IST):

<team-name>/
├── README.md                    # Project overview, tech stack, and setup instructions
├── resource.md                  # ⭐️ MANDATORY: Central landing file with all submission links
├── src/                         # All readable source code (no zipped binary dumps)
├── submission/                  # Submission documentation folder
│   ├── presentation.pdf         # Max 10 slides summarizing the product & impact
│   └── decision-log.pdf         # 1-page architecture trade-offs (Mandatory 25%)
└── LICENSE                      # Optional open-source license

🎥 Single Video Protocol: Google Drive Only

Record one continuous 10-minute video covering your Product Pitch (2–3 mins) and Code & Architecture Walkthrough (5–7 mins). Upload to Google Drive, set permission to "Anyone with the link can view", and paste the link in resource.md. No video files should be pushed to GitHub.

Key Challenge Categories

AI & Intelligent Automation: Automated civic dispute routing, document verification, and multilingual voice interfaces.
Smart Infrastructure & Mobility: Waste management optimization, public transport telemetry, and smart city sensors.
FinTech & Public Trust: Transparent public fund auditing, fraud detection, and localized micro-lending.
Enterprise Deep-Tech: Resilient offline-first synchronization, high-concurrency databases, and open civic APIs.

HackMysuru 1.0 — Bridging Classroom Theory & Real-World Software Delivery

A premier two-phase engineering and AI hackathon for students and beginners across Engineering, BCA, B.Sc, and MCA. Tackle real civic and enterprise problem statements, build working software, and compete for ₹1,00,000+ in cash prizes and placement fast-tracks.

📅 Registration Closes: 17 Sept 2026 (23:59 IST) 🌐 Phase 1 (Online Hackathon): 18–20 Sept (72 Hours) 🏛️ Phase 2 (On-Site Grand Hack): 26–27 Sept (Mysuru) 🏆 Total Prizes: ₹1,00,000+ Pool

Phase 1 Submission Standard: resource.md & Google Drive Video

To guarantee zero git push failures and swift evaluation by industry reviewers, all Phase 1 submissions must follow the single standard protocol:

Central Landing File (resource.md): Place a resource.md file in the root of your GitHub repository containing links to your live MVP, Google Drive video, slide deck, and decision log.

Single Video Rule (Google Drive Only): Upload your 10-minute continuous pitch & code walkthrough video to Google Drive, set permission to "Anyone with the link can view", and link it inside resource.md. Do not upload video files directly to GitHub.

1-Page Decision Log: Answer the 3 architectural trade-off questions in submission/decision-log.pdf (carries 25% of total Phase 1 score).

Frequently Asked Questions (HackMysuru 1.0)

Who can participate in HackMysuru 1.0?

Students enrolled in B.E, B.Tech, BCA, B.Sc, MCA, M.Sc, or M.Tech across India can register in teams of 2 to 4 members. Teammates can be modified from the Team Dashboard anytime until 18 September 2026 (23:59 IST).

What are the registration fees and prizes?

The registration fee is ₹999 per team, covering all phases with zero additional charges for Phase 2 finalists. Total prizes exceed ₹1,00,000+ including cash rewards, trophies, and placement fast-tracks.

What is the exact schedule and timeline?

Registration closes on 18 September 2026 (23:59 IST). Phase 1 open build starts on 18 September 2026 (00:00 IST) and ends on 20 September 2026 (23:59 IST) for 72 continuous build hours. Phase 2 on-site Grand Hackathon in Mysuru takes place on 26–27 September 2026.