Genesis: The AI Buildathon, hosted by Scaler School of Technology, is a high-octane, 6-hour AI Ideathon designed to transform high school students from technology consumers into startup founders. Participants will learn to rapidly prototype fully functional web applications using cutting-edge AI tools, all without requiring any prior coding experience. This event aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurial spirit among young minds.
Who Should Apply
This competition is strictly open to Class 11 and 12 students from any high school or coaching center across India. No prior coding, computer science, or AI experience is required; if you can type a prompt, you're ready to participate. Participants from different schools or coaching centers are encouraged to form cross-school teams.
Tracks / Themes
The buildathon focuses on Artificial Intelligence, challenging participants to leverage AI tools like v0.dev, Claude, and WebSim to solve everyday problems by creating innovative web applications.
Format & Timeline
The event culminates in a 6-hour in-person finale at the Scaler School of Technology campus in Bangalore on May 17, 2026. It begins with a "Zero to One" AI crash course and a live demonstration, followed by a 4-hour uninterrupted building sprint. Scaler's AI/ML club mentors will provide hands-on support and advanced prompt-engineering tricks. The competition concludes with a 2-minute live demonstration of the prototype to the judges; no slideshows are allowed.
Prizes
A total cash prize pool of ₹30,000 will be awarded to the top teams.
Eligibility
Open exclusively to Class 11 and 12 students. Teams must consist of 2 or 3 members. Every participant must register individually before forming a team.
How to Apply
- Register individually via the "Register Now" button.
- Form your team by inviting members using their registered email IDs.
- All invited members must accept the team invitation.
- Join the mandatory WhatsApp group for updates.
- Fill out the mandatory Participation form shared on the WhatsApp group by April 26, 2026.
- Selected teams will be announced by April 29, 2026.
- Complete the "Pre-Flight Checklist" by creating free accounts for designated AI tools before the event day.
- Arrive at the campus for the in-person finals on May 17, 2026.
