Hack The Mind is a 24-hour social-impact hackathon presented by EFO NSUT in collaboration with Team Eklavya. This competition challenges participants to develop innovative technology solutions that address real-world social problems and improve communities through impactful projects.
Who Should Apply
Open to teams of 2-4 members. This hackathon is ideal for students, developers, designers, and innovators passionate about leveraging technology for social good and creating tangible community impact.
Tracks / Themes
Participants are encouraged to focus their solutions on one of the following critical social areas:
- Healthcare Accessibility: Innovations to improve access to healthcare services and resources.
- Education for Underprivileged Communities: Solutions designed to bridge educational gaps and empower disadvantaged learners.
- Cyber Safety for Citizens: Tools and platforms aimed at enhancing online security and digital well-being.
- Environmental Sustainability: Projects promoting ecological balance, conservation, and green initiatives.
- Smart Public Services: Enhancing the efficiency, accessibility, and reach of government and public services.
- Support Platforms for Farmers & Local Workers: Technology solutions to empower agricultural and local labor sectors.
Format & Timeline
The competition features a two-round format. Round 1 involves an online PPT submission window from April 1 to May 8, 2026. Shortlisted teams will then proceed to the Final Round, an offline 24-hour hackathon held on May 23-24, 2026, at the Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT) campus in New Delhi.
Prizes
A prize pool worth ₹70,000 will be awarded to winners and runners-up, including valuable courses, gift hampers, and vouchers. Additionally, winning teams will gain a valuable opportunity to work on a real project and receive potential funding support to further develop their solutions.
Eligibility
Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members. The competition is open to individuals and teams from across India, particularly students and innovators focused on social impact.
How to Apply
Registration is open until April 28, 2026. Interested teams should register via the official Unstop page and submit their initial presentation (PPT) online by May 8, 2026. Join the official WhatsApp group for all updates and announcements.
