AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge
AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge offers ₹5,000 (Competition) for Indian startups.
- Funding amount
- ₹5,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (13 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
SuperXgen is hosting the AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – a 48-hour online hackathon that invites Indian builders, creators, developers, designers, and entrepreneurs to build a city-based beauty salon marketplace platform using AI tools. Participants can focus on a specific Indian city, such as Mumbai, Bangalore, Delhi, Pune, or Hyderabad. The challenge is to create a modern, startup-style platform leveraging tools like ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Lovable, Bolt, Replit, Figma AI, Firebase, and Vercel. The buildathon runs from May 28, 2026, to June 28, 2026, with registrations closing on June 13, 2026. Submissions must include a live website link, GitHub repository, a 2-3 minute demo video, and an explanation of AI tools used. Projects are judged on Product Thinking, UI/UX Design, AI Usage & Innovation, Execution Quality, and User Experience. This is a competition with a total cash prize pool of ₹5,000, and winners also receive certificates, community recognition, mentorship, feature spotlights, and access to future SuperXgen collaboration programs.
Highlights
- Up to ₹5,000 cash prize pool
- For AI builders & entrepreneurs in India
- Teams of 1-3 members
- 48-hour online buildathon
- Mentorship & feature spotlights
Who can apply
Open to individuals and teams of 1-3 members who are developers, designers, entrepreneurs, or AI builders. Specifically tailored for India's next generation of builders and creators. No specific industry, state, entity type, DPIIT, or MSME requirements mentioned.
AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge 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 AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge closed on 13 Jun 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Cash prizes: ₹3,000 for 1st place, ₹2,000 for 2nd place.
- Certificates and community recognition.
- Mentorship opportunities and feature spotlights.
- Access to future SuperXgen collaboration programs.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Projects are judged based on: Product Thinking, UI/UX Design, AI Usage & Innovation, Execution Quality, and User Experience. Submissions must include a live website link, GitHub repository, a 2-3 minute demo video, and a concise explanation of AI tools and workflow used.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge, 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
AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹5,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is the total prize money offered?
The total cash prize pool is ₹5,000, with ₹3,000 for the 1st place winner and ₹2,000 for the 2nd place runner-up.
What is the application deadline?
Registration closes on June 13, 2026. The buildathon runs from May 28, 2026 to June 28, 2026.
Who can apply?
The competition is open to individuals and teams of 1-3 members, including developers, designers, entrepreneurs, and AI builders. It is tailored for India's next generation of builders and creators.
Is this a grant or equity program?
No, this is a competition (hackathon) with cash prizes. No equity is taken.
What do I need to submit?
Submissions must include a live website link, a GitHub repository, a 2-3 minute demo video, and a concise explanation of the AI tools and workflow used.
How are projects judged?
Projects are evaluated based on Product Thinking, UI/UX Design, AI Usage & Innovation, Execution Quality, and User Experience.
What additional benefits do winners receive?
Winners receive certificates, community recognition, mentorship opportunities, feature spotlights, and access to future SuperXgen collaboration programs.
How do I apply?
Interested participants can apply via the official Unstop event page. The registration link is provided in the program details.
How much funding does AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge provide?
AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge provides ₹5,000 (up to) as competition. Always confirm the exact amount and any conditions on the official site, as figures can change between cohorts.
Is DPIIT recognition required for AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for AI Startup Buildathon 2026 – Beauty Salon Marketplace Challenge, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
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