Hacktivate 2.0
By JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus, Greater Noida
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A 36-hour national hackathon at JIMSEMTC Greater Noida with nine tech tracks, prizes worth ₹15 lakh or more, and mentorship.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹15L
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus, Greater Noida
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 12 September 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus, Greater Noida. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
Hacktivate 2.0 is a 36-hour national hackathon organised by JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus (JIMSEMTC), Greater Noida. The event brings together student teams from across India to build innovative solutions across nine technology tracks, with mentorship from industry experts and a substantial prize pool.
Who Should Apply Open to college students and early-stage tech enthusiasts across India. Teams can be formed with 2–4 members. Solo participants may be matched with other participants.
Tracks / Themes The hackathon features nine tech tracks covering a wide range of domains. While the specific tracks are not detailed in the listing, participants can expect themes spanning AI/ML, web development, mobile apps, blockchain, IoT, cybersecurity, and more.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs for 36 continuous hours, starting on July 28, 2026 and concluding on September 12, 2026. Teams will work on their projects, receive mentorship, and present their solutions to a panel of judges. The exact schedule and judging criteria will be shared with registered participants.
Prizes The total prize pool is ₹15 lakh or more, distributed across winning teams. Additional non-cash prizes such as mentorship opportunities, cloud credits, or incubation support may also be offered.
Eligibility Open to Indian college students and early-stage tech enthusiasts. Teams of 2–4 members. No prior experience required.
About the Organiser JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus (JIMSEMTC), Greater Noida, is a well-known engineering and management institution affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU). The college regularly hosts technical events, hackathons, and innovation challenges to foster entrepreneurship and technical skills among students.
How to Apply Registration is open until September 12, 2026. Apply via the official Internshala competition page linked above.
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Organizers
Organizer
JIMS Engineering Management Technical Campus, Greater Noida
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹15L
What You Get
This is a prize-based national hackathon, not a grant or investment. Organizers advertise an overall prize and benefits pool of ₹15 lakh or more, with ₹20,000 for first place, ₹12,000 for second, and ₹8,000 for third. Winning is the only way to receive cash — shortlisted teams compete over 36 hours at the offline round, with mentorship from industry experts along the way. Participants may also receive certificates, goodies, stickers, sponsor rewards, and other perks. The listing additionally mentions possible non-cash prizes such as cloud credits or incubation support.
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.
