Brainwave 2026 by GGSIPU, New Delhi
By Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
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Quick Answer
Brainwave 2026, a multi-day hackathon run by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU) in New Delhi for 500+ students and professionals.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
About this competition
Brainwave 2026 is a multi-day hackathon organised by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi, bringing together 500+ students and professionals from across India. The event provides a platform to build innovative solutions, collaborate with talented developers, learn from industry mentors, and compete for exciting prizes.
Who Should Apply Open to students and professionals from across India. Individual participants and teams are welcome.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs from August 15 to August 21, 2026. Participants will have the full duration to build and submit their projects. Judging criteria and final event format will be announced closer to the date.
Prizes Exciting prizes are offered, though specific prize pool details are not yet disclosed.
Eligibility Open to all Indian students and professionals.
How to Apply Register via the official Unstop link or the Devfolio page linked above.
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Organizers
Organizer
Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU)
Prizes & Awards
What You Get
Brainwave 2026 is a competition, not an investment — no equity or repayment is involved. Winners receive undisclosed prizes; the organiser says 'exciting prizes' are offered, with the prize pool to be announced closer to the event. Participants also get a seven-day platform to build innovative solutions, collaborate with 500+ developers and professionals from across India, and learn from industry mentors while competing.
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.
