EduSync: Connect the Web
By Paper Buddy
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Quick Answer
A student hackathon to build a unified school-home communication platform with academic analytics, safety systems, and mental wellness features.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹45,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Paper Buddy
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 July 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Paper Buddy. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
EduSync: Connect the Web is a student hackathon organised by Paper Buddy, challenging participants to build a unified platform that bridges the communication gap between schools and homes. The goal is to enhance student learning, ensure physical safety, and support mental well-being through technology.
Who Should Apply Open to students across India — any branch, any academic year. Beginners and experienced developers are equally welcome. Teams of 1 to 4 members.
Problem Statement Create technology solutions that improve students' learning experiences, safety, mental well-being, and foster seamless collaboration between parents and schools. Key areas include:
- Academic Analytics: Tools to visualise and track student growth over time.
- Safety Systems: Secure gate-pass management and integrated transport tracking.
- Mental Wellness Support: Anonymous check-ins, AI-driven sentiment analysis, and real-time chat/notifications.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs from July 7 to July 24, 2026. Registration closes on July 20. Projects must be original and developed by the participating team. AI tools may be used as development assistants, but participants must be able to explain their implementation during evaluation.
Prizes
- 1st Prize: PPO consideration + certificate
- 2nd Prize: ₹30,000 + certificate
- 3rd Prize: ₹15,000 + certificate
Eligibility Open to students across India. Individual or team participation (1–4 members). Students from any branch or academic year are eligible.
How to Apply Registration is a two-step process: first on Unstop, then on the official PaperBuddy Hackathon Portal at https://paperbuddy.in/hacktheweb. Only participants who complete both steps will be eligible for submission, evaluation, certificates, cash prizes, and PPO consideration.
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Organizers
Organizer
Paper Buddy
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹45,000
What You Get
Winning teams take home cash prizes and recognition: 1st Prize is PPO (pre-placement offer) consideration plus a certificate, 2nd Prize is ₹30,000 plus a certificate, and 3rd Prize is ₹15,000 plus a certificate. Eligible participants who complete both registration steps and submit an original project also receive certificates.
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.
