Hack-4-Crown
By D'Code NSUT
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Quick Answer
A 24-hour hackathon at NSUT Delhi for student teams to build real-world prototypes — ₹22,000 prize pool.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹22,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- D'Code NSUT
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 12 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by D'Code NSUT. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
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.
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Organizers
Organizer
D'Code NSUT
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹22,000
What You Get
Top three teams win cash prizes: ₹10,000 for the winner, ₹7,000 for the first runner-up, and ₹5,000 for the second runner-up, making a total prize pool of ₹22,000. These are outright cash awards from the competition, not loans or investments. Beyond the prize money, shortlisted teams get expert mentorship throughout the 24-hour hackathon to help refine their ideas and overcome technical challenges.
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.
