HACKOWASP 8.0 is the eighth edition of this innovation-focused hackathon, hosted by Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology in Patiala, Punjab, India. This hybrid event, accessible both online and offline, invites tech enthusiasts, innovators, students, and professionals globally to participate in 36 electrifying hours of ideation and development. The hackathon carries the legacy of the OWASP ethos, integrating cutting-edge topics like Web3, cybersecurity, and sustainability.
Who Should Apply
This hackathon is open to all, with no restrictions or barriers. Whether you are passionate about blockchain, digital security, or building for social good, HACKOWASP 8.0 welcomes diverse participants, including students and professionals, to collaborate and innovate.
Tracks & Themes
Participants can choose to build solutions across several impactful tracks:
- Web3: Focus on decentralized technologies, data ownership, and protocol development.
- Cyber Security: Develop solutions to outsmart threats, secure digital infrastructure, and defend the digital frontier.
- Open Innovation: A track for bold ideas with no specific thematic limits, encouraging boundless impact.
- Healthcare: Innovate with technology to heal and empower, coding for life.
- Economic Growth (SDG-8): Create inclusive tech and financial solutions to bridge the wealth gap.
- Responsible Consumption (SDG-12): Design circular solutions to minimize waste and promote sustainable practices.
- Climate Action (SDG-13): Develop technology to address climate change, cool the earth, and ensure a sustainable future.
Format & Timeline
The hackathon runs for 36 hours, starting on April 18, 2026, and concluding on April 19, 2026. An online-only orientation and team formation session will be held on April 17, 2026. The opening ceremony, hacking, and final presentations will take place on April 18th and 19th. Submissions are due by April 19, 2026, via DoraHacks and GitHub, requiring source code, brief documentation, and a 2-minute demo video. Judging criteria include innovation, impact, technical complexity, alignment with the chosen track, and presentation.
Prizes
The total prize pool for HACKOWASP 8.0 is ₹6,00,000+. In addition to cash prizes, participants will receive participation certificates and exclusive networking opportunities with industry mentors and partners.
Eligibility
Open to all tech enthusiasts, innovators, students, and professionals globally. Teams can consist of 1 to 5 members.
How to Apply
Complete the quick online registration with your name, email, phone number, and team size. The registration deadline is April 17, 2026.
