Global Buildathon'26
By Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management
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A 12-hour buildathon in Jabalpur for students, developers, and innovators to create solutions across EdTech, FinTech, Web3, and AI, with a prize pool of ₹10,000.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 17 June 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
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.
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Organizers
Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management Baderia Global Institute of Engineering and Management is a private engineering and management institute in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, affiliated with Rajiv Gandhi Proudyogiki Vishwavidyalaya (RGPV). The institute offers…
Learn morePrizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹10,000
What You Get
- Total cash prize pool of ₹10,000.
- Winner receives ₹5,000 cash, certificate, trophy, and goodies.
- First runner-up receives ₹3,000 cash, certificate, trophy, and goodies.
- Second runner-up receives ₹2,000 cash, certificate, trophy, and goodies.
- Additional awards for Best UI, Best Innovation, and Best Presentation, each receiving a certificate and goodies.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
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.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
