The Agentic AI Hackathon, powered by Microsoft and organized by shekunj, invites innovators to explore the cutting edge of AI agent development. This fully online competition challenges participants to build intelligent, autonomous AI agents that can perform complex tasks, leveraging Microsoft's advanced AI technologies and platforms. It's an opportunity to push the boundaries of what AI can achieve, from enhancing productivity to creating novel user experiences.
Who Should Apply
This hackathon is ideal for AI developers, data scientists, students, researchers, and early-stage startups passionate about agentic AI, large language models, and autonomous systems. Whether you're a seasoned AI professional or an aspiring builder, this event provides a platform to showcase your skills and innovate. Participants can join individually or form teams.
Tracks & Themes
The core theme of this hackathon is Agentic AI. Participants are encouraged to develop AI agents capable of reasoning, planning, and executing tasks autonomously across various domains. This includes, but is not limited to, agents for data analysis, content generation, automation, interactive experiences, and problem-solving.
Format & Timeline
This is a fully online hackathon running from April 11 to April 20, 2026. Participants will have approximately 10 days to develop and submit their projects remotely. The competition culminates with project submissions and judging, focusing on innovation, technical implementation, the practical application of agentic AI principles, and the potential impact of the solution.
Prizes
A total cash prize of ₹50,000 will be awarded to the top-performing teams or individuals. This prize aims to recognize and support groundbreaking work in agentic AI.
Eligibility
The hackathon is open to individuals and teams interested in AI development. While specific geographical restrictions are not explicitly stated, the prize being denominated in Indian Rupees (₹) strongly suggests a primary focus on participants from India or those with a strong connection to the Indian ecosystem.
How to Apply
Registration for the Agentic AI Hackathon is open until April 20, 2026. Interested participants can register and find more details via the official Devpost platform linked above.
