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BTT Web Game Jam 2026: Build a Browser Game for ₹9,200 Prize

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A free, beginner-friendly online game jam run by BTT from 7 to 21 August 2026. Build a playable browser game solo or in a team and compete for a €100 prize — about ₹9,200.

Funding amount
₹9,200 (competition)
Funding type
Competition
Application deadline
Closed (21 Aug 2026)
Eligible stage
Any stage
Location
Open to startups registered in India

Overview

BTT Web Game Jam 2026 is an online, hackathon-style competition in which participants design and build a playable browser game inside a fixed two-week window. It is run by BTT through the Devpost platform, and it is pitched at newcomers just as much as at experienced developers — the whole point is to ship a finished, playable web game rather than to pitch a business.

The build period starts on 7 August 2026 and closes on 21 August 2026. The entire jam happens remotely, so there is no venue, no travel and no in-person attendance requirement. Anyone who wants to take part registers, builds during those two weeks, and submits before the cut-off.

Games may be produced alone or in a team of any size, and the entry has to run in a browser using web technologies. Entries are weighed on creativity, gameplay and technical execution, and one winning entry collects the prize pool of €100 — roughly ₹9,200 at the conversion rate of 92 INR per euro.

Because registration is free and the jam is open to participants anywhere in the world, India included, it is a low-risk way for Indian web developers, game designers and hobbyists to finish a small game, get it judged and put a shipped project on their portfolio.

Highlights

  • Free-to-enter online game jam running 7–21 August 2026
  • Prize pool of €100, roughly ₹9,200, for the winning entry
  • Open worldwide, India included, with no geographic restrictions
  • Beginner-friendly — no prior game development experience required
  • Enter solo or in a team of any size; the submission must be a playable browser game
  • Judged on creativity, gameplay and technical execution

Who can apply

The jam is deliberately wide open — there is no country restriction, no company requirement and no entry fee mentioned.

  • Open to all: participants from India and every other country can enter, with no geographic limits applied.
  • Beginner-friendly: no prior game development experience is needed, and beginners are explicitly welcome.
  • Who it suits: web developers, game designers and hobbyists who want to build a game using web technologies.
  • Teams allowed: you can work on your own or as part of a team of any size.
  • No entity paperwork: the published rules do not ask for a registered company, DPIIT recognition or MSME registration — this is open to individuals.

BTT Web Game Jam 2026: Build a Browser Game for ₹9,200 Prize 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 BTT Web Game Jam 2026: Build a Browser Game for ₹9,200 Prize closed on 21 Aug 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.

What the funding covers

This is a prize competition rather than a grant, loan or investment round, so what is on offer is straightforward.

  • Prize pool of €100, which works out to about ₹9,200 at the stated rate of 92 INR per euro.
  • The prize goes to the winning entry. No split by rank or runner-up prizes are published in the details.
  • Free to enter: registration costs nothing, and sign-ups stay open until the submission deadline.
  • No equity or ownership stake is involved — taking part is a competition entry, not a funding deal that claims a share of your game.
  • No other cash, mentoring, credits or in-kind benefits are listed in the programme details.

How to apply

Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.

Selection process

There is no multi-round screening here — the format is build, submit and get judged.

  • Build period: 7 August 2026 to 21 August 2026, run entirely online.
  • Submission: entrants file their playable browser game before the deadline of 21 August 2026.
  • Judging: entries are assessed on creativity, gameplay and technical execution. The published material does not spell out the exact scoring rubric, but game jams of this kind typically weigh how fun, original and polished the finished game is.
  • Winner: a single winning entry receives the €100 prize pool; no rank-wise breakdown is provided.

Documents you’ll need

Before you apply to BTT Web Game Jam 2026: Build a Browser Game for ₹9,200 Prize, 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

BTT Web Game Jam 2026: Build a Browser Game for ₹9,200 Prize is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹9,200. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.

Frequently asked questions

How much money can I win at the BTT Web Game Jam?

The prize pool is €100, which is about ₹9,200 at the conversion rate of 92 INR per euro. That amount is awarded to the winning entry, and no breakdown by rank or additional place prizes are given in the programme details.

When does the jam run and what is the deadline?

The jam runs from 7 August 2026 to 21 August 2026 and takes place entirely online. The submission deadline is 21 August 2026, and registration stays open until that same cut-off.

Who is eligible to participate?

The jam is open to all, with no geographic restrictions, so participants from India and anywhere else in the world can enter. It is aimed at web developers, game designers and hobbyists, and beginners are specifically welcome.

Do I need previous game development experience?

No. The jam is beginner-friendly by design and does not require any prior game development experience or specific skills — it is as much for first-timers as for people who have shipped games before.

Can I enter as part of a team?

Yes. Teams of any size are allowed, and you can equally choose to work on your own. There is no stated cap on how many people can be on a team.

What kind of project do I have to build?

You need to design and develop a playable browser game using web technologies during the jam period. The finished entry must be a game that runs in a browser.

How are the entries judged?

Submissions are judged on creativity, gameplay and technical execution. The exact judging criteria are not detailed in the published information, though jams of this type generally evaluate how fun, innovative and polished the final game is.

Is there an entry fee?

No. Registration is free, and there is no charge to take part or to submit an entry.

Does the jam take equity or a stake in my game?

No. This is a competition with a cash prize rather than an investment or funding round, so there is no equity or ownership stake in your game involved in entering.

Do I need DPIIT recognition or an MSME registration to take part?

No such requirement is mentioned. The jam is open to individuals and does not list any company registration, DPIIT recognition or MSME registration as a condition of entry.

How do I apply?

You register through the jam's Devpost page at https://btt-web-game-jam.devpost.com/. Everything from registration to submission happens through that page, since the jam is run completely online.

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