Sourcify x BuildX'26

innovative ideas into functional Minimum Viable Products (MVPs) and startup-ready solutions. Unlike traditional short-duration hackathons, BuildX'26 emphasizes sustained product building, startup validation, and continuous iteration, culminating in a grand finale at the IIT Kharagpur Campus. Who Should Apply This buildathon is open to a diverse group of innovators, including students, developers, working professionals, startup enthusiasts, and independent builders. It's ideal for individuals or teams passionate about bringing their product ideas to life and gaining practical experience in startup development. Program Structure & Timeline BuildX'26 unfolds over six weeks, structured to provide comprehensive support for product development: Week 1: Onboarding & Team Formation – Participants will meet collaborators, form teams (up to 5 members), and get acquainted with the program workflow. Week 2: Ideation & Validation – Focus on identifying real-world problems, validating product-market fit, and defining target users. Week 3-5: Product Development – Dedicated time for building and iterating MVPs, supported by regular mentor sessions and feedback loops. Week 6: Demo Day & Final Submission – The program culminates in a Demo Day where teams present their products, showcase progress, and gain visibility. The grand finale will be held offline at IIT Kharagpur Campus. Benefits for Participants Participants will gain invaluable experience in building a real MVP, access guidance from experienced founders and mentors, benefit from weekly progress tracking, and network with a community of builders and founders. The program offers significant exposure on Demo Day and potential opportunities for early-stage startup support and co-founder collaborations. Eligibility Open to students, developers, working professionals, startup enthusiasts, and independent builders. Teams may consist of 1 to 5 members. All activities, submissions, and updates will be conducted exclusively on the Builderbase platform. How to Apply Registration must be completed only through the official Builderbase link provided. The registration deadline is June 12, 2026. Participants can use the referral code BX26-ZX32 during registration to join through Sourcify and access the BuildX’26 community network.