Agentic AI Hackathon Powered by Microsoft
By shekunj
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Quick Answer
An online Agentic AI Hackathon powered by Microsoft, offering a ₹50,000 cash prize for innovators.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹50,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- shekunj
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by shekunj. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
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.
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Organizers
Organizer
shekunj
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹50,000
What You Get
A total cash prize of ₹50,000 will be awarded to the top-performing teams or individuals.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
How to apply
Four steps from draft to disbursement — one action each.
- 1
Submit on the official portal
Use the official application link and verify all details before final submission.
- 2
Follow up
Reach out 5–7 days after submitting to confirm receipt and ask about the review timeline.
