Global Buildathon '26 is an intensive 12-hour buildathon designed to empower students, beginners, developers, innovators, and problem solvers to transform their ideas into real-world solutions.
Organized by Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management in collaboration with Mew3 India, this event aims to strengthen emerging technologies within the region and foster a culture of innovation. Who Should Apply This buildathon is open to all students, beginners, developers, innovators, and problem solvers eager to build something meaningful. Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are highly encouraged. Participants should form teams of 2 to 4 members. Tracks & Themes Participants are invited to innovate across several key themes: EdTech: Solutions enhancing education and learning experiences. FinTech: Innovations in financial technology. Web3 and Blockchain: Projects leveraging decentralized technologies. AI-Assisted Productivity and Automation: Tools and systems that boost efficiency through AI. Open Innovation: Any creative solution addressing a significant problem. Format & Timeline The buildathon is a single-day, 12-hour event taking place on Sunday, June 21st, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM at the Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management. Teams will work on their projects, culminating in presentations to a panel of judges. Judging criteria include innovation and creativity, technical implementation, problem-solving approach, scalability and impact, and user experience and design. Prizes Global Buildathon '26 offers a total cash prize pool of ₹10,000, along with certificates, trophies, and goodies for top performers. Additional awards recognize excellence in specific areas: Winner: ₹5,000 cash, Certificate, Trophy, Goodies First Runner-up: ₹3,000 cash, Certificate, Trophy, Goodies Second Runner-Up: ₹2,000 cash, Certificate, Trophy, Goodies Best UI Award: Certificate, Goodies Best Innovation Award: Certificate, Goodies Best Presentation Award: Certificate, Goodies Eligibility Everyone is eligible to apply. Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members. Participants are required to bring their own laptops and necessary devices. Internet access and event support will be provided. How to Apply Registration for Global Buildathon '26 closes on June 17th, 2026. A registration fee of ₹400 per team is required, which includes meals, refreshments, and a full-day innovation experience. Apply via the official Unstop page.
Eligibility
Open to students, beginners, developers, innovators, and problem solvers. Teams of 2–4 members are eligible.
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