TNX Codathon
By TechNeekX
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Quick Answer
A 24-hour national-level offline hackathon in Lucknow for Indian students — ₹10,000 prize pool across multiple tracks.
- Funding amount
- Up to ₹10,000
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- TechNeekX
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 1 August 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by TechNeekX. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
TNX Codathon 2K26 is a 24-hour national-level offline hackathon organized by TechNeekX, bringing together developers, innovators, designers, AI enthusiasts, and startup builders from across India to solve real-world challenges through technology and innovation.
Who Should Apply Open to undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma students from recognized institutions across all academic disciplines. Inter-college and cross-specialization teams are allowed.
Tracks / Themes Participants may choose from: Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Healthcare Technology, FinTech & Smart Automation, Sustainability & Green Innovation, Smart City Solutions, Cybersecurity, Web & Mobile Applications, and Open Innovation.
Format & Timeline The competition has three rounds: Round 1 (Shortlisting & PPT Round), Round 2 (Online Hackathon), and the Final Round (24-hour offline hackathon in Lucknow). The offline hackathon includes an opening ceremony, mentorship sessions, mid-evaluation checkpoints, technical reviews, final submission, live demonstrations, jury evaluation, and a closing ceremony. Judging criteria include innovation, technical implementation, problem-solution fit, scalability, user experience, business/social impact, and presentation quality.
Prizes Total cash prize pool of ₹10,000 distributed across winners, runners-up, and special categories, plus goodies, trophies, and medals. Additional benefits include certificates of participation, internship opportunities, and access to the TechNeekX community.
Eligibility Open to Indian students from recognized institutions. Teams of 1–5 members (solo participation not permitted). Participants must carry a valid student ID during the event.
How to Apply Registration deadline is August 1, 2026. Apply via the official Unstop page linked above.
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Organizers
Organizer
TechNeekX
Prizes & Awards
- Amount
- Up to ₹10,000
What You Get
A ₹10,000 total cash prize pool is distributed across winners, runners-up, and special categories. Winners also receive goodies, trophies, and medals. All participants get certificates of participation, and standout participants may gain internship opportunities and access to the TechNeekX community.
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.
