VSLive! Microsoft AI Hackathon 2026
By Microsoft
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Quick Answer
Build enterprise-ready AI applications at Microsoft HQ in Redmond — $25,000 prize pool.
- Funding amount
- Varies
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Microsoft
- Application deadline
- Closed
- Location
- International
Results & next round
Applications for this round closed on 28 July 2026. The organiser has not published a selection list that we can verify yet.
Selections for this programme are announced by Microsoft. Official links are listed under Sources below.
We update this page when results are published, and when the next round opens.
About this competition
VSLive! Microsoft AI Hackathon 2026 is a three-day hackathon hosted live at Microsoft Headquarters in Redmond, WA, USA. Participants will build enterprise-ready AI applications using Microsoft technologies, with mentorship from Microsoft engineers and a chance to win a $25,000 prize pool.
Who Should Apply Open to developers, engineers, and AI enthusiasts globally. No geographic restriction is stated — Indian participants can register and attend in person.
Format & Timeline The hackathon runs from July 28 to July 30, 2026, at Microsoft Headquarters in Redmond. Teams will work on AI-powered solutions for enterprise use cases, with judging on the final day.
Prizes Total prize pool of $25,000 (approximately ₹23,00,000).
Eligibility No specific eligibility restrictions mentioned. Open to all participants who can attend in person at Redmond, WA.
How to Apply Register via the official Internshala competition page linked above. Registration deadline is July 28, 2026.
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Organizers
Microsoft Corporation, founded in 1975 and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, runs Microsoft for Startups, which gives early companies Azure cloud credits, AI models and developer tools. In India, Microsoft supports UNNATI AI 2.0, an AI programme run by FITT at IIT Delhi. How…
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What You Get
Compete for a share of a $25,000 cash prize pool. Top placements include $6,000 for the Hackathon Grand Champion, $2,000 for Best Team Build, and $2,000 for Best Solo Hacker. Entries are judged across five challenge categories — Azure OpenAI/LLM apps, Microsoft Copilot integrations, AI agents/workflow automation, .NET business applications, and creative applications — so strong work in any track can win. Participants retain 100% ownership of their source code, assets, and software designs. Builders also get an in-person sprint at Microsoft Headquarters in Redmond with mentorship from Microsoft engineers. Conference attendees can join at no added cost; standalone hackathon-only tickets are $50. Solo developers are welcome and paired during Night 1 matchmaking, or teams of up to 4 can compete together.
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.
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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.
