Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual
A free two-day virtual hackathon by Product Space on Internshala where Indian students, developers and AI enthusiasts build their own AI agent and compete for a ₹3,000 cash prize.
- Funding amount
- ₹3,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (18 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Product Space runs the Agentic AI Hackathon, a two-day online build event hosted via Internshala. Participants turn an AI-agent idea into a working, demo-ready project across a single weekend, with July 18 and July 19, 2026 marking the build window. Signing up costs nothing.
The brief is to design and ship an AI agent within those two days and submit it before the event ends. Industry professionals guide participants through the build as mentors and then assess the finished work as judges, so both the guidance and the final call come from people working in the field.
There is a single cash award: the winning entry takes home ₹3,000. Alongside the prize, the weekend is structured so that every participant walks away with an AI agent they can add to a portfolio and show to employers or clients.
Entry is open to anyone residing in India — students, working developers and AI enthusiasts included. You can compete on your own or as part of a team, and no team size limit has been set.
Highlights
- Two-day virtual hackathon running July 18–19, 2026
- Organised by Product Space and hosted via Internshala
- ₹3,000 cash prize for the winning AI agent
- Free registration — entries close July 18, 2026
- Open to all Indian residents; solo entries and teams both allowed
- Judged on innovation, technical complexity and real-world applicability
Who can apply
Open to Indian residents. Anyone based in India can take part, and students, developers and AI enthusiasts are named as the intended audience.
No minimum qualification, prior hackathon record or portfolio requirement is mentioned in the programme details. Equally, there is no DPIIT recognition, MSME registration, company incorporation or other entity type needed — this is an individual-and-team competition rather than a company funding scheme.
You may enter as a solo participant or as part of a team, and the organisers have not specified a maximum or minimum team size.
Registration carries no fee.
Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual closed on 18 Jul 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
₹3,000 in cash goes to the winning submission. It is a competition award rather than a grant, loan or equity investment, so there is nothing to repay and no stake is taken in anything you build.
Taking part is free — there is no registration or entry charge.
Participants build under the guidance of industry professionals, who serve as mentors during the event and as judges at the end.
The deliverable itself is the lasting benefit: an AI agent that you keep, can demo, and can add to a portfolio after the weekend closes.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Submissions are made inside the hackathon window. Participants build their AI agent across July 18 and July 19, 2026 and hand it in by the close of the second day.
Industry professionals judge the entries against three stated criteria:
- Innovation — how fresh the agent's concept or approach is.
- Technical complexity — the engineering depth behind the build.
- Real-world applicability — how useful the agent would be beyond the hackathon itself.
The submission that performs best on those criteria receives the ₹3,000 cash award.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Who this is best for
Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹3,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space?
It is a two-day virtual hackathon run by Product Space and hosted via Internshala. Participants spend the weekend building an AI agent and submit it before the event ends. Industry professionals mentor the participants and judge the final entries, and the best submission wins a cash award.
How much prize money is offered?
The winning submission receives ₹3,000 in cash. This is a competition prize rather than a grant, loan or investment, so nothing has to be repaid and no equity is taken.
When does the hackathon take place?
It runs virtually on July 18 and July 19, 2026 — two days in total. You build and submit your AI agent inside that window, with the final hand-in due by the end of the second day.
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone residing in India can enter. Students, working developers and AI enthusiasts are all welcome, and the organisers list no extra eligibility conditions beyond being based in the country.
Can I participate alone, or do I need a team?
Both routes work. Solo entries are allowed and teams are welcome as well. No team size limit has been specified, so you can pick whichever setup suits you.
Is there a registration fee, and when is the last date to apply?
Registration is free of charge. The last date to sign up is July 18, 2026, which is also the opening day of the hackathon, so it is best to register before the weekend begins.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
No. This is an open hackathon for Indian participants, and the programme does not mention any DPIIT, MSME, incorporation or entity requirement. Being an Indian resident is sufficient.
How will the entries be judged?
Industry professionals assess the submissions on three stated criteria: innovation, technical complexity and real-world applicability. The entry that fares best on those parameters is declared the winner and receives the ₹3,000 cash award.
What do I get out of participating?
You finish the weekend with an AI agent you can add to your portfolio and showcase to employers or clients, along with mentorship from industry professionals during the build and a review of your work by practising professionals on the judging side.
How and where do I apply?
Applications go through the official Internshala competition page at https://internshala.com/competitions/agentic-ai-hackathon-2/. Registration is completed online and is free.
Does Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual take equity?
No. Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual is competition and is non-dilutive — the provider does not take an equity stake in your startup.
How do I apply for Agentic AI Hackathon by Product Space — ₹3,000 Prize, 2-Day Virtual?
Apply directly through the official application link on this page. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your startup documents before you begin.
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