by ACM Fremont Chapter, USA & Soft Computing Research Society
ai for social goodgreentech & climate actionweb 3.0 & decentralized applicationshackathononlinestudents
hackathon
15 Aug — 16 Aug
Online
Prize Pool
₹1.61 Lakhs
Registration Deadline
12 Aug 2026
Team Size
About
2nd NextGen Hackathon 2026 is an online innovation marathon organized by the ACM Fremont Chapter, USA in association with the Soft Computing Research Society. This two-day hackathon invites students,
professionals, and tech enthusiasts to brainstorm, build, and showcase cutting-edge solutions to real-world challenges. Who Should Apply Open to all university students (undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral), working professionals, and technology enthusiasts. No age or educational background restrictions — participants from Engineering, Design, Business, Sciences, and all other fields are welcome. Tracks / Themes Participants can choose from the following domains: - AI for Social Good - GreenTech & Climate Action - Web 3.0 & Decentralized Applications - Future of Mobility - Cybersecurity for the future and more Format & Timeline The hackathon is entirely online, including registration, idea submission, mentoring, and final presentations. It consists of two rounds: - Round 1 – Idea Submission: Teams submit a concept proposal (PDF/PPT) covering problem statement, proposed solution, target users, technology stack, and development plan. Evaluation criteria: novelty, clarity, feasibility, and potential impact. - Round 2 – Prototype Development & Final Pitch: Shortlisted teams present a live virtual demo and pitch to the judging panel, followed by Q&A. Judging criteria include innovation & creativity, impact & relevance, technical implementation, user experience (UX/UI), and presentation clarity. Prizes - Winner: $1,000 - First Runner-Up: $500 - Second Runner-Up: $250 - All finalists receive Certificates of Recognition. Eligibility Teams of 2–4 members. Inter-college/inter-organization teams are allowed and encouraged. Lone wolves are not permitted — participation is strictly team-based. About the Organiser The ACM Fremont Chapter, USA is a professional chapter of the Association for Computing Machinery, focused on fostering innovation and technical excellence. The Soft Computing Research Society is an India-based research organization that promotes soft computing and related fields through conferences, workshops, and competitions. How to Apply Submit your idea through the official hackathon website: https://nextgen2026.thescrs.org/. Registration deadline is 12 August 2026.
Eligibility
Open to all university students and professionals. Teams of 2–4 members. No age or educational background restrictions.
