Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide
An open-ended online hackathon on Devpost with a $500 prize pool (about ₹46,000) for the winning project — beginner-friendly, no theme restrictions, and open to solo builders or teams anywhere in the world.
- Funding amount
- ₹46,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (16 Aug 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Build Beyond Hackathon is a build-anything contest that runs fully online through Devpost. There is no set theme and no track you must pick, so entrants are free to choose whatever product, tool, or prototype they want to work on.
It is designed with first-timers in mind. Low-code and no-code builds sit alongside fully coded projects, which keeps the door open to students, designers, hobbyists, developers, and founders in the early days of a company. You can take part alone or as part of a group.
The build window opened on June 18, 2026 and closes on August 16, 2026. Projects can be submitted at any point in that window, and the final cut-off is August 16, 2026. The complete rulebook and the criteria judges will score against are posted on the official Devpost listing.
Prize money for the competition totals $500, which works out to roughly ₹46,000, and it goes to the single winning project.
Highlights
- Prize pool of $500 — about ₹46,000 — awarded to the winning project
- Submissions close on August 16, 2026; the build window opened on June 18, 2026
- Open worldwide with no geographic restrictions, and Indian participants are included
- Build anything you like: no theme, track, industry, or stage requirements
- Beginner-friendly, with low-code and no-code entries accepted
- Enter solo or as a team through Devpost
Who can apply
There is no geographic filter on this hackathon. Anyone in the world can enter, and Indian participants are explicitly included in the organisers' eligibility.
- Open to every skill level — the contest is beginner-friendly, and projects built with low-code or no-code tools are accepted.
- Solo or team entries — you can submit on your own or as a group.
- No theme or sector restriction — there is no industry, stage, or track you must fall into.
- No DPIIT or MSME condition — the listed eligibility does not ask for company registration or government recognition; the contest is aimed at individuals with an idea to build.
Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide 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 Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide closed on 16 Aug 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
Build Beyond is a competition rather than an investment programme, so what a winner receives is a cash prize, not capital handed over in exchange for a stake.
- Total prize value: $500, which is approximately ₹46,000.
- Who receives it: the prize is awarded to the winning project.
- No equity involved: as a prize competition, there is no equity or ownership stake attached to taking part.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Entries are collected through Devpost for the length of the build window — from June 18, 2026 until the August 16, 2026 deadline. Projects can be submitted at any point during that period, and no separate shortlisting or pitching round is described in the programme details.
The judging criteria and the specific competition rules are published on the official Devpost page for the hackathon, and the winning project is the one that takes the $500 prize pool.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide, 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
Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹46,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much money is on offer, and who gets it?
The competition carries a total prize pool of $500, which comes to roughly ₹46,000, and that amount is awarded to the winning project.
When does the hackathon close?
Submissions close on August 16, 2026. The build window opened on June 18, 2026, and entries can be sent in at any point between those two dates.
Who is allowed to take part?
Everyone. The hackathon has no geographic restrictions and is open to participants globally, which covers Indian builders as well. Students, early-stage founders, developers, designers, and hobbyists are all a natural fit, and the listing does not ask you to be part of a registered company.
Is there a theme or track I have to build for?
No. The hackathon is open-ended, so you decide the project. There are no theme or track restrictions, which means a side project, an early prototype, or a completely fresh product idea are all fair game.
Can I enter alone, or do I need a team?
Either works. Solo participants and teams are both allowed, so you can submit by yourself or put a group together and enter jointly.
Does the programme take equity in my project?
No. This is a prize competition rather than an investment deal, so the $500 is a cash award. You are not handing over shares or any ownership stake in order to enter.
I am a beginner — can I still take part?
Yes. The hackathon is deliberately beginner-friendly, and low-code or no-code submissions are accepted, so you do not need to be an experienced programmer to put an entry together.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
Neither is listed as a requirement. The eligibility simply frames this as a contest open to all participants globally, with no startup registration or government recognition condition attached.
How do I apply and submit my project?
Registration and project submission both happen on the official Devpost page for Build Beyond at https://build-beyond-hackathon.devpost.com/. You sign up there and upload your entry before the August 16, 2026 deadline.
How will entries be judged?
The judging criteria and the specific competition rules are published on the official Devpost page, so that is the place to check how projects will be scored. The process leads to one winning project that receives the prize pool.
What is the application deadline for Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide?
The application deadline for Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide is Closed (16 Aug 2026). Deadlines can be revised, so reconfirm on the official source before applying.
Who is eligible to apply for Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide?
Build Beyond Hackathon — ₹46,000 Prize for Builders Worldwide is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
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