Clash of Minds
By AI Academia
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Quick Answer
A national-level, no-coding AI hackathon for undergraduate students to solve business problems, offering a ₹1,000 prize.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹1,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- AI Academia
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 21 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by AI Academia. 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 Clash Of Minds Hackathon is a national-level, no-coding competition designed by AI Academia to challenge undergraduate students in solving real-world business problems using artificial intelligence tools. Participants will apply analytical thinking and AI-driven approaches to develop practical solutions within a limited timeframe, fostering problem-solving and business acumen.
Who Should Apply This competition is open to all undergraduate students across India. It is specifically designed for individual participants, requiring no prior coding or technical background. It's an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with AI-driven decision-making and build a strong, resume-worthy project.
Format & Timeline Clash Of Minds is a single-round, 24-hour online hackathon. The specific business problem will be revealed at the start of the competition on April 21st, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Participants will have 24 hours to work on their solutions, with the submission deadline set for April 22nd, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Detailed tasks and submission guidelines will be provided on the competition day.
Prizes The winner of the Clash Of Minds Hackathon will receive a cash prize of ₹1,000.
Eligibility Open exclusively to undergraduate students. Participation is strictly individual. No coding or technical background is required. Plagiarism will lead to disqualification, and late submissions will not be accepted.
How to Apply The registration deadline for the Clash Of Minds Hackathon is April 21st, 2026, at 7:00 PM. Interested students should register via the official application link provided.
Eligibility
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Organizers
Organizer
AI Academia
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹1,000
What You Get
- ₹1,000 cash prize for the winner.
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience with AI-driven decision-making.
- Opportunity to build a strong, resume-worthy project.
- 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.
