Maharashtra State-Level Hackathon
By Directorate of Industries, Government of Maharashtra
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Quick Answer
Annual Maharashtra state hackathon for student innovators, with awards and recognition for the top ten ideas or startups.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Location
- Maharashtra
About this competition
Clause 4.2.2 (D) of the Maharashtra Industries, Investment and Services Policy 2025 establishes an annual State-Level Hackathon for students enrolled in traditional and professional courses.
Awards and recognition are conferred upon the top ten innovative ideas or startups identified through the initiative. The policy text describes the reward as awards and recognition; it does not put a rupee figure on the prize, so treat the value as unstated rather than assuming a cash purse.
For a student team, the practical value is visibility with the state industries department and a credential that travels into later grant and incubation applications.
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Prizes & Awards
What You Get
The top ten innovative ideas or startups identified through the annual State-Level Hackathon receive awards and recognition from the State. The policy does not state a rupee prize amount, so treat the award value as unspecified and confirm it with the year's hackathon announcement.
- Cohort size
- 10 startups
- Bootstrap friendly
- Yes
Timelines & Process
Applications
Rolling basis
Selection Process
Entries are assessed through the annual State-Level Hackathon, from which the top ten innovative ideas or startups are identified for awards and recognition.
Application Process
- 1
Register
Student teams enter their innovative idea or startup in the annual State-Level Hackathon.
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part?
Students enrolled in traditional and professional courses.
How many entries are rewarded?
The top ten innovative ideas or startups identified through the initiative.
How much prize money is there?
The policy states only that awards and recognition are conferred — no rupee amount is specified in the clause.
How often is it held?
It is described as an annual State-Level Hackathon.
Do I need an incorporated startup to enter?
No — the initiative covers innovative ideas as well as startups.
Where is this initiative defined?
Clause 4.2.2 (D) of the Maharashtra Industries, Investment and Services Policy 2025.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
