
Thursday, 4 June 2026 — 22 June 2026
Prize Pool
Participation certificates, networking opportunities, industry exposure, mentorship sessions, sponsor swags, internship opportunities, community access.
Registration Deadline
18 Jun 2026
Team Size
1 – 4 members
Elevate 2026 is a 24-hour online hackathon organized by Ideakode, designed to bring together innovators, developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers from across the globe. This event
provides a dynamic platform for participants to collaborate, build impactful technological solutions, and compete while networking with industry professionals and fellow creators. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced builder, Elevate aims to transform ideas into reality by fostering innovation, encouraging problem-solving through technology, promoting teamwork, and providing learning opportunities. Who Should Apply This hackathon is open to students, professionals, and tech enthusiasts aged 16 and above. Teams can consist of 1 to 4 members, and cross-college and cross-country teams are explicitly allowed, encouraging diverse collaboration. Each participant can be part of only one team. Themes Participants are encouraged to build solutions around a wide range of themes, including: Artificial Intelligence Healthcare Education Sustainability FinTech Web3 & Blockchain Cybersecurity Smart Cities Open Innovation Productivity Tools Format & Timeline Elevate 2026 is a fully online event, running for 24 continuous hours of hacking. The primary platforms for communication and submission will be Discord, Devpost, and Google Forms. Results will be declared within 7 days of the submission deadline. Shortlisted teams may be invited for a final presentation, including a live product demonstration and a Q&A session. Prizes & Perks While specific cash prizes are not detailed, participants will compete for a range of valuable perks, including: Participation Certificates for all eligible teams Extensive networking opportunities with industry professionals Exposure to the tech and startup ecosystem Mentorship sessions from experienced builders and founders Sponsor swags Potential internship opportunities Access to exclusive community resources Judging Criteria Projects will be evaluated based on a comprehensive set of criteria: Innovation & Creativity – 25% Technical Implementation – 25% Problem Solving – 20% User Experience & Design – 15% Scalability & Impact – 15% Submission Requirements Mandatory submissions include a Project Name, Team Details, Problem Statement, Solution Description, GitHub Repository, Presentation Deck (PPT/PDF), and a Demo Video (2–5 Minutes). A live demo is also required if applicable. How to Apply Registration for Elevate 2026 is free. The deadline for registration is June 18, 2026. Participants can register via the official Unstop event page.
Open to students, professionals, and tech enthusiasts aged 16+. Teams of 1–4 members. Cross-college and cross-country teams are allowed.
Prize Pool
Participation certificates, networking opportunities, industry exposure, mentorship sessions, sponsor swags, internship opportunities, community access.
Registration Deadline
18 Jun 2026
Team Size
1 – 4 members
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