Hack-4-Crown is a 24-hour hackathon organized as part of Oblivion'26 at Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), Delhi. Participants collaborate to create functional prototypes addressing real-world problems, supported by expert mentorship throughout the event. Evaluation is based on innovation, teamwork, effective time management, and scalability.
Who Should Apply
Open to student teams of 3–4 members. Individual participants looking to join a team may be matched during registration. The hackathon is ideal for undergraduate and postgraduate students passionate about technology and problem-solving.
Format & Timeline
The hackathon runs for 24 hours, with teams building technology-driven solutions from scratch. Shortlisted teams receive mentorship from industry experts and experienced professionals, helping refine ideas and overcome technical challenges. Judging criteria emphasize innovation, technical excellence, teamwork, adaptability, effective time management, and impactful problem-solving. All projects must be original and developed based on the idea submitted during Round 1. Teams may use open-source libraries, frameworks, APIs, and tools, provided they are properly acknowledged and comply with their respective licenses. Any form of plagiarism, copied code, or submission of pre-built or previously developed projects will result in immediate disqualification. Once registration is complete, no changes to team members are permitted. Judges’ decision is final and binding.
Prizes
Winner — ₹10,000
First Runner Up — ₹7,000
2nd Runner Up — ₹5,000
Total cash prize pool of ₹22,000.
Eligibility
Teams of 3–4 members. Open to students currently enrolled in any educational institution. No specific geographic restriction beyond India.
About the Organiser
D'Code is the coding club of Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT), Delhi. The club organizes technical events, workshops, and hackathons to foster a culture of innovation and coding excellence among students. Hack-4-Crown is part of Oblivion'26, the annual techno-cultural fest of NSUT.
How to Apply
Registration closes on August 12, 2026. Apply via the official Unstop page linked above.
