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NetElixir AIgnition 3.0
hackathon
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NetElixir AIgnition 3.0

Thursday, 4 June 2026 — 15 July 2026

by NetElixir
aimachine-learningdigital-marketinghackathonaimachine-learningdigital-marketing
NetElixir AIgnition 3.0
hackathon
4 Jun — 15 Jul
Online

Prize Pool

₹3 Lakhs

Registration Deadline

10 Jun 2026

Team Size

1 – 3 members

About

NetElixir AIgnition 3.0 is an innovative online hackathon focused on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, organized by NetElixir. This competition is designed to bring together a diverse

group of developers, coders, data scientists, and technology enthusiasts to tackle real-world digital marketing challenges using cutting-edge AI/ML technologies. It emphasizes innovation, creativity, and collaboration, providing a unique platform for participants to enhance their technical skills, connect with industry professionals, and build impactful solutions. Who Should Apply This hackathon is open to a broad audience, including coders, developers, data scientists, and machine learning enthusiasts. Both students, freshers, and experienced professionals are encouraged to participate. Individuals with a keen interest in AI, ML, and digital marketing innovation will find this event particularly rewarding. Tracks / Themes The core themes revolve around applying AI and Machine Learning to solve practical challenges within digital marketing. Participants will explore how these technologies can transform various aspects of online marketing, from data analysis to predictive modeling. Format & Timeline AIgnition 3.0 is an online event, allowing participants from across the country to collaborate virtually. The competition runs from June 4, 2026, to July 15, 2026. Throughout the event, participants will benefit from workshops and mentorship sessions designed to support their learning and development. Projects will be judged based on innovation, technical complexity, and real-world applicability. Prizes Winning teams will be awarded a cash prize of ₹3,00,000. In addition to cash, participants can look forward to gift cards, exclusive goodies, and various rewards. The event also offers significant networking opportunities with AI and ML professionals, valuable learning experiences through workshops, and recognition within the AI/ML community. Eligibility Participation is open to individuals or teams of up to 3 members. The first registered participant automatically becomes the team leader and can invite additional members to form their team. How to Apply Registration for NetElixir AIgnition 3.0 closes on June 10, 2026. Interested individuals and teams can apply through the official Unstop event page.

Eligibility

Open to coders, developers, data scientists, and machine learning enthusiasts, including students, freshers, and professionals. Individual participation or teams of up to 3 members are allowed.

Prizes

Winners

₹3,00,000

NetElixir AIgnition 3.0
hackathon
4 Jun — 15 Jul
Online

Prize Pool

₹3 Lakhs

Registration Deadline

10 Jun 2026

Team Size

1 – 3 members

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n8n — workflow automation for technical teams
Unbounce — landing page builder and conversion optimization
Make — visual automation and workflow builder
Apollo — B2B sales intelligence and lead database
AI chatbot — automated customer support for startups
Semrush — SEO and online marketing toolkit
Cashfree — payments and payouts for Indian businesses
Make — visual automation and workflow builder

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Techstars
Varies

Techstars Space Accelerator

Space, drone or manufacturing startups at product stage seeking a global accelerator.

Subscribe to see exactly why this grant is a strong fit for you.

Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Techstars
Varies

Techstars Anywhere Accelerator

Deeptech, AI or cleantech founders at any stage seeking a top global accelerator.

Subscribe to see exactly why this grant is a strong fit for you.

Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Techstars
Up to ₹2Cr

Techstars Healthcare Accelerator powered by Permanente Medicine Mid-Atlantic States

Healthtech founders at product or revenue stage seeking a top global accelerator.

Subscribe to see exactly why this grant is a strong fit for you.

Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Runway Incubator, UPES
Up to ₹10L

UPES DST-iTBI Ignition Grant 2.0 – Runway Incubator

Student founders building deeptech, AI or agritech solutions at idea or product stage.

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Pernod Ricard India Foundation
₹8L – ₹12L

ADVAYA Plastic Circularity Innovation Launchpad - SIIC IIT Kanpur Cohort 2

Startups at any stage focused on circular economy or plastic waste reduction innovations.

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI, NIT Hamirpur
Up to ₹10L

Uttishthati Foundation i-TBI Ignition Grant 2.0 — NIT Hamirpur

Prototype / ignition grant up to ₹10 lakh per startup · DST NIDHI i-TBI scheme run by Uttishthati Foundation at NIT Hamirpur · Focus: DeepTech & AI, Renewable & Green Energy, Smart & Sustainable Construction, AgriTech (incl. Himalayan Bio-Resources), HealthTech & Life Sciences · Expert mentorship, industry guidance and NIT Hamirpur innovation ecosystem access

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Centre for Next-Gen Entrepreneurship in Science & Technology Foundation (CNEST), KLE Tech
₹10L

CNEST TBI 2.0 — KLE Tech Belagavi, Karnataka

Up to ₹10 lakh equity-free seed support per startup · Karnataka TBI 2.0 programme at KLE Tech Belagavi (₹10 cr govt backing per TBI) · Dedicated 5,100 sq. ft. incubation facility at Dr M S Sheshgiri Campus · Tri-state mandate — open to founders from Karnataka, Goa and Maharashtra

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH)
₹3L – ₹5L

AP Build Grant — Build with AI: RTIH Startup Sprint

₹3–5 lakh grant support · 4-week intensive AI prototype sprint · Hybrid format — virtual + RTIH hubs/spokes across AP · Backed by Govt. of Andhra Pradesh (RTIH)

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
IIMK LIVE
₹10L – ₹30L

USHUS Seed Grant Program at IIMK LIVE

Up to ₹30 lakh seed grant · Equity-free / non-dilutive · For early-stage maritime startups across India · Virtual incubation + mentorship from IIMK LIVE

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12
TiE Pune
Up to ₹45L

TiE Women – Pune Chapter

Women founders in Maharashtra at any stage seeking mentorship and acceleration.

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Eligibility
Eligible
Competition
Mid
Closes
Jan 12

Startup Software Credits

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Notion

Notion

Notion for Startups

Rs. 5 Lakhs+ in Notion credits
Zoho Corporation

Zoho Corporation

Zoho for Startups

Up to ₹1.86 lakhs in Zoho Wallet credits (Stage 1 + Stage 2)
Google

Google

Google for Startups Cloud Program

Up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits over 2 years
Microsoft

Microsoft

Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub

Up to $150,000 in Azure credits
Huawei

Huawei

Huawei Cloud Startup Program

Up to $150,000 in Huawei Cloud cash credit vouchers
Mixpanel

Mixpanel

Mixpanel for Startups

Up to $145,000 (first year free on the Startup Plan)
Razorpay

Razorpay

Razorpay Startup Perks

Up to ₹1 Cr in benefits (VC-funded: ₹30L domestic + ₹20L intl payment credits + ₹50L SaaS benefits; Angel-funded: ₹3L + ₹3L payments + ₹20L SaaS)
Akamai Technologies

Akamai Technologies

Akamai Cloud Rise Start-Up Program

Up to $120,000 in cloud credits in year one
DigitalOcean

DigitalOcean

DigitalOcean Hatch

Up to $10,000/month in DigitalOcean credits for 12 months (AI-native startups)
IBM

IBM

IBM for Startups

Up to $120,000 in IBM Cloud credits
Amazon Web Services

Amazon Web Services

AWS Activate

Up to $100,000 in AWS Activate Credits (Portfolio); $1,000 (Founders)
Datadog

Datadog

Datadog for Startups

Up to $100,000 in credits over one year

Competitions Closing Soon

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Simply Updify InnovateX 2026 – National Level Online Hackathon

Simply Updify

Apply by Jun 10, 2026
Online
₹17,500 prize pool
Hackathon

QuizCred BuildFest

QuizCred

Apply by Jun 10, 2026
Online
Hackathon

Battle of Build

LNCT Group of Colleges, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Apply by Jun 10, 2026
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Hackathon

Prompt to Product: Build with Gemini

Apex Institute of Management, Chandigarh University

Apply by Jun 11, 2026
Online
Innovation challenge

Google Cloud Rapid Agent Hackathon

Google

Apply by Jun 11, 2026
Online
₹45 Lakhs prize pool
Hackathon

Unbound 26 Hackathon

FOSS CLUB PU, Pondicherry University

Apply by Jun 12, 2026
Online
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Nexora'26

Manipal University (MU), Jaipur

Apply by Jun 12, 2026
Online
₹10,000 prize pool
Hackathon

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