CodeRush 2.0 — 24-Hour Hackathon at YCCE Nagpur (₹1 Lakh Prize Pool) — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about CodeRush 2.0 — 24-Hour Hackathon at YCCE Nagpur (₹1 Lakh Prize Pool) — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding / prizes are offered?
The prize pool totals ₹1,00,000: 1st prize ₹35,000, 2nd prize ₹25,000, 3rd prize ₹10,000, and a consolation prize of ₹30,000 in AI credits. All participating teams receive certificates.
What is the application deadline?
The registration deadline is 2 August 2026. Apply via the official Unstop page. After shortlisting, teams will receive a payment link via email or WhatsApp.
Who is eligible to apply?
Any student from a recognised college or university in India can participate. Teams must have exactly 5 members. Inter-college and inter-specialisation teams are allowed.
Is prior hackathon experience required?
No, the event is designed to be beginner-friendly and welcoming to all skill levels, from beginners to experts.
Do we need a valid college ID?
Yes, all participants must carry a valid institutional ID card.
What are the rounds and what happens?
There are four rounds: Round 1 (idea submission online, top 50 shortlisted), Round 2 (24-hour on-site development at YCCE, non-eliminator), Round 3 (pitch and demo to a jury), and Round 4 (final live pitch with top 10 teams). Final rounds take place on the campus in Nagpur on 7–8 August.
What costs are involved?
Shortlisted teams are required to pay a registration fee of ₹2,000 per team. Accommodation and meals are provided free of cost during the on-site round.
What support do winners receive?
Winning teams receive incubation support from the organiser, along with the cash prizes and AI credits as mentioned.
How do I apply?
Register through the official Unstop page before 2 August 2026, submit your idea proposal during Round 1. The link is provided on this page.
Are there any equity or stake considerations?
This is a competition-based hackathon with cash prizes and incubation support; it does not take equity from participants. Incubation support may involve terms set by the organiser, but no equity is taken as part of this hackathon itself.
What if my team members are from different colleges or specialisations?
Yes, that is allowed — inter-college and inter-specialisation teams are explicitly permitted as long as the team has exactly 5 members.
Is DPIIT recognition required for CodeRush 2.0 — 24-Hour Hackathon at YCCE Nagpur (₹1 Lakh Prize Pool)?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for CodeRush 2.0 — 24-Hour Hackathon at YCCE Nagpur (₹1 Lakh Prize Pool), though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
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