#include 1.0
By AWS Students Builder Groups SMVEC
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Quick Answer
A multi-round technology innovation hackathon for Indian students, with ₹30,000+ cash prizes and AWS mentorship.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹30,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- AWS Students Builder Groups SMVEC
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 June 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by AWS Students Builder Groups SMVEC. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
#include 1.0 is a technology innovation hackathon organised by the AWS Student Builder Group (AWS SBG) at SMVEC, Puducherry. The event challenges undergraduate and postgraduate students to build impactful solutions using Cloud Computing, AI/ML, Data Analytics, and emerging technologies, addressing real-world industry and societal problems.
Who Should Apply Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students from any college or university, regardless of department or specialization. Inter-specialization teams are encouraged.
Themes / Tracks Participants can choose from five tracks aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals:
- Good Health and Well Being (SDG-3)
- Quality Education (SDG-4)
- Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG-11)
- Zero Hunger and Sustainable Agriculture (SDG-2)
- Open Innovation (any problem of the team's choice)
Format & Timeline The competition is conducted in three rounds:
- Idea Submission – Teams submit a problem statement and proposed solution.
- Prototype Development – Shortlisted teams build a working prototype using AWS services and other approved technologies.
- Final Presentation & Demo – Teams present their solution before a judging panel.
Judging criteria include Innovation & Creativity, Technical Implementation, Feasibility & Scalability, User Experience, Business/Social Impact, and Presentation.
Prizes
- Winners: ₹30,000 cash prize (additional prize pool details to be revealed soon)
- All participants receive e-certificates.
- Networking opportunities with industry experts.
- Mentorship from AWS Community Leaders and professionals.
- Recognition through AWS SBG community channels.
Eligibility Teams of 3–4 members. Open to all Indian college/university students. All submissions must be original; plagiarism leads to disqualification.
How to Apply Register before the deadline via the official Unstop page linked above.
Eligibility
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Organizers
Organizer
AWS Students Builder Groups SMVEC
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹30,000
What You Get
- Winners receive a ₹30,000 cash prize.
- All participants receive e-certificates.
- Networking opportunities with industry experts.
- Mentorship from AWS Community Leaders and professionals.
- Recognition through AWS SBG community channels.
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
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.
