SheBuilds
By Newton School of Technology
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Quick Answer
SheBuilds 2026 is a 12-hour hackathon exclusively for girls, challenging participants to build creative tech solutions for real-world problems and joyful experiences.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹30,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Newton School of Technology
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 20 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Newton School of Technology. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
SheBuilds 2026 is a unique 12-hour hackathon exclusively for girls, organized by Newton School of Technology in Bengaluru. This event challenges participants to develop innovative technology solutions for real-world problems and create joyful, creative tech experiences. It's designed to foster problem-solving skills and encourage creative innovation within a supportive, fast-paced environment.
Who Should Apply Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from recognized institutions. Cross-year and cross-discipline teams are allowed. Team size is 1 to 4 members. A valid college ID is mandatory for registration.
Tracks / Themes The hackathon is divided into two distinct phases:
- Phase 1 — Real-World Problem Solving: Focus on building technology solutions for challenges such as campus problems, social impact, productivity tools, or AI-assisted systems.
- Phase 2 — Fun & Joyful Innovation: Concentrate on creating entertaining or experimental tech experiences, including mini-games, creative AI tools, meme-based products, or innovative UI/UX concepts.
Format & Timeline This is a 12-hour, single-day hackathon held on April 24, 2026, in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The first 6 hours are dedicated to Phase 1, followed by a checkpoint demo, and then the next 6 hours for Phase 2. All development must occur strictly within the 12-hour duration. Teams must submit both prototypes and a combined presentation by the end of Hour 12. A working prototype demo is required during final judging.
Prizes The total prize pool is ₹30,000. Prizes include cash awards, winner certificates, and exclusive goodies for 1st and 2nd place. Runner-up teams will receive goodies and certificates, and all valid participants will be awarded certificates.
Eligibility Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from recognized institutions. Teams must consist of 1 to 4 members. Cross-year and cross-discipline teams are permitted. Team composition cannot be changed after the hackathon starts.
How to Apply Registration requires a valid college ID and successful confirmation. The registration deadline is April 20, 2026. Participants are advised to review the official guideline booklet before the event and join the official WhatsApp group for updates and queries.
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Organizers
StartX is the student entrepreneurship programme run by Newton School of Technology (NST), a brand owned by Incanus Technologies Pvt. Ltd., a private limited company. It gives enrolled NST students mentorship, infrastructure support, workshops and a route to grant funding for a…
Learn morePrizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹30,000
What You Get
- Cash prizes: ₹20,000 for 1st place, ₹10,000 for 2nd place (total ₹30,000 prize pool).
- Certificates for all participants, with winner certificates for 1st and 2nd place.
- Exclusive goodies for 1st and 2nd place, and goodies for runner-up teams.
- 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.
Sources
Data on this page is compiled from official program and provider references.
