CodeShield Hackathon 1.0

By Sri Indu College of Engineering and Technology

Up to ₹10,000

Quick Answer

A national-level online cybersecurity hackathon organized by Sri Indu College of Engineering and Technology, challenging participants to build innovative defense tools with a ₹10,000 prize pool.

Funding amount: Up to ₹10,000
Funding type: Competition
Provider: Sri Indu College of Engineering and Technology
Location: Open to startups registered in India

Ask anything about this grant

Locked

Grounded in this grant and your profile.

Grant providers

Provider

Sri Indu College of Engineering and Technology

India

My Application

Premium

Application form

Application Form

Applications are currently closed. Sign up to get notified when the next round opens.

About this grant

CodeShield Hackathon 1.

0 is a dynamic, cybersecurity-focused hackathon designed to inspire innovation and problem-solving among participants. Organized by Sri Indu College of Engineering and Technology in collaboration with Naksh Foundation (under Project CyberShield), this event provides a unique platform for individuals and teams to conceptualize, design, and develop their own cybersecurity defense tools. Who Should Apply This hackathon is open to individuals and teams interested in cybersecurity. Participants are encouraged to identify real-world challenges and create unique, impactful solutions, showcasing their creativity and technical skills on a national level. Teams can consist of 1 to 3 members. Tracks / Themes Participants are not restricted to predefined problem statements but are encouraged to propose their own cybersecurity defense tools. Possible project areas include: Password strength checking tools Phishing detection systems Vulnerability scanning tools Network monitoring tools Malware detection tools Encryption & data protection tools Format & Timeline The hackathon will be conducted in three phases: Phase 1: Registration – Participants must register by paying the applicable fee. Registration Deadline: April 25, 2026. Phase 2: Idea Presentation – From April 29 to May 1, 2026. Participants are required to present their original cybersecurity defense tool idea. No problem statements will be provided. Phase 3: Final Presentation (MVP/Working Model) – On May 8 & 10, 2026. Participants must present a working Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or a functional prototype of their solution, which serves as a key evaluation criterion. Prizes The winning team will receive a cash prize pool of ₹10,000. Additionally, participants will have opportunities for exciting rewards, recognition, and certificates for participation. This hackathon is a platform where innovation meets real-world impact, and ideas transform into practical solutions. Eligibility Open to individuals and teams of 1 to 3 members. This is a national-level competition, welcoming participants from across India. How to Apply Participants must register by the deadline of April 25, 2026, by paying the applicable registration fee: ₹250 for solo participation, ₹350 for a team of 2, and ₹500 for a team of 3. Apply via the official event page linked above.

CodeShield Hackathon 1.0

CodeShield Hackathon 1.0

Ask anything about this grant

Grant providers

Application Form

About this grant

Eligibility

Benefits & Funding

Grants closing soon

Competitions closing soon

Equity closing soon

Subsidies

Startup Software Credits

Notion

Razorpay

Datadog

DigitalOcean

Akamai Technologies

Vultr

Microsoft

Render

Huawei

Mixpanel

IBM

Google