Tekathon
By Techno International Batanagar
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Quick Answer
Tekathon '26 is an inter-college hackathon by Techno International Batanagar, challenging students to build innovative solutions for real-world problems with a prize pool of ₹10,000+.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Techno International Batanagar
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 21 April 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Techno International Batanagar. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
Tekathon '26 is an inter-college hackathon meticulously organized by TIB IDEA CAFE, a part of Techno International Batanagar. This event is designed to ignite innovation, foster creativity, and cultivate real-world problem-solving skills among students from various colleges and universities.
Who Should Apply This hackathon is open to all students currently enrolled in any college or university. Participants can form teams of 2 to 4 members, and teams can be inter-college. It's an ideal platform for both beginners and experienced developers eager to push their limits and transform ideas into tangible solutions.
Format & Timeline The competition is structured in two main rounds. Round 1 involves an online submission where teams must present their ideas through a PowerPoint presentation and a prototype video. Submissions for this round are due by April 30, 2026. Shortlisted teams will then advance to Round 2, the Offline Grand Finale, which will be a 9-hour hackathon held on-campus at Techno International Batanagar in May 2026. During the final round, teams will build, refine, and present their projects, with mentors available for guidance.
Prizes Tekathon '26 offers a prize pool worth ₹10,000+ along with exciting rewards for the winners. All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation, while winning teams will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement. The event also provides invaluable networking opportunities with developers and innovators, alongside hands-on experience in tackling real-world challenges.
Eligibility Open to students enrolled in any college or university. Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members. Solutions must be innovative, technically feasible, and demonstrate clear progress made during the hackathon. Participants are free to choose from or work on given problem statements.
How to Apply Registration for Tekathon '26 closes on April 21, 2026. Teams must adhere to the online submission deadline of April 30, 2026, for Round 1, which includes submitting a PPT (max 7 slides) and a prototype/demo video. Important updates will be communicated via official channels.
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Organizers
Techno International Batanagar (TIB) Techno International Batanagar, established in 2008 in Batanagar, West Bengal (near Kolkata), is a private engineering college affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT). Part of the Techno India Group — one of…
Learn morePrizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹10,000
What You Get
- Prize pool of ₹10,000+ cash and exciting rewards for winners.
- Winning teams receive a Certificate of Achievement.
- All participants receive a Certificate of Participation.
- Invaluable networking opportunities with developers and innovators.
- 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.
