Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest
GGSIPU Delhi's two-round student hackathon, held under the Secure Bharat Summit 2026, where UG and PG teams of 2–4 build solutions in cybersecurity, blockchain, agentic AI and generative AI.
- Funding amount
- Varies by program
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (Incubator)
- Application deadline
- Closed (29 Apr 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Cyber Nexus Hackathon is a student technology competition organised by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi, and presented under the Secure Bharat Summit 2026.
It is a contest rather than a funding scheme. Teams of undergraduate and postgraduate students build and pitch original solutions across four tracks — Cyber Security, Blockchain, Agentic AI and Generative AI — and can target a single track or combine more than one.
The journey has two legs. First comes an online slide-deck round in which teams describe their concept; the best 25 teams move on to an on-campus finale in Delhi, where they must show a working prototype or Minimum Viable Product to a judging panel.
Everything hinges on originality. Submissions found to be plagiarised are disqualified, and team members have to carry valid college identification to the offline round.
Highlights
- Organised by GGSIPU, Delhi, under the Secure Bharat Summit 2026.
- Four tracks: Cyber Security, Blockchain, Agentic AI and Generative AI.
- Two rounds — an online slide-deck submission, then an offline prototype finale in Delhi.
- Top 25 teams from Round 1 advance to the finale on May 2, 2026.
- Open to UG and PG students across India in teams of 2 to 4 members.
- Registration deadline: April 29, 2026; certificates for all participants and finalists.
Who can apply
Entry is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students enrolled at any recognised college or university in India. No branch or specialisation is barred — students from every academic stream can take part.
- Participation is strictly team-based, with 2 to 4 members per team; solo entries are not allowed.
- Inter-college and inter-specialisation teams are permitted and encouraged, so your teammates need not come from the same campus or the same course.
- Every team member has to register on the official platform, and registration must be completed by the deadline of April 29, 2026.
- Members must be able to attend the offline finale at GGSIPU-EDC, Delhi, and produce a valid college ID card there.
Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest 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 Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest closed on 29 Apr 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 competition rather than a grant programme, so there is no fixed funding figure — the reward value is listed as varying. What teams stand to gain:
- Certificates for every participant, and separately for the finalists.
- Prizes and rewards for the winning teams.
- A slot at the offline finale in Delhi for the top 25 shortlisted teams.
- Live judging and mentorship from a judging panel during the final round.
- Networking with industry experts.
- Possible internship and exposure opportunities.
- Recognition at the Secure Bharat Summit 2026, which can add weight to a student's portfolio.
No entry fee is mentioned for taking part.
About the provider
Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest is offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, a startup incubator. It is delivered directly by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University as a competition. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Selection runs over two rounds.
Round 1 — Online slide-deck submission (opens April 17, 2026) Teams submit a PowerPoint presentation covering the problem they want to solve, the solution they propose, what makes it unique, the technology stack they will use, the use case they are targeting and the impact they expect. From these entries, the top 25 teams are shortlisted.
Round 2 — Offline finale (May 2, 2026) Shortlisted teams present a working prototype or Minimum Viable Product at GGSIPU-EDC, Delhi. Judges assess the implementation, scalability, technical architecture and the business or social impact the idea can create, and the final round also includes live judging, mentorship and networking.
Registration closes on April 29, 2026.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest, 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.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is the Cyber Nexus Hackathon?
It is an innovation competition for students, run by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU), Delhi, and hosted under the Secure Bharat Summit 2026. Teams compete in four technology tracks, first through an online presentation round and then through an on-campus prototype round.
How much prize money or funding is on offer?
The organisers have not published a fixed purse, so the amount is listed simply as varying. What is confirmed is that winning teams receive prizes and rewards, all participants and finalists get certificates, and finalists gain mentorship, judging exposure and networking with industry experts, plus possible internship opportunities.
Who is eligible to take part?
Any undergraduate or postgraduate student studying at a recognised college or university in India can enter. There is no restriction on branch or specialisation, so students from any stream are welcome.
Can I apply on my own, and how big can a team be?
No, entries are team-based only. A team must have at least 2 and at most 4 members. Teammates can come from different colleges or different specialisations, and such mixed teams are actively encouraged.
Which tracks can I build my solution in?
There are four tracks: Cyber Security, Blockchain, Agentic AI and Generative AI. You may build within a single track or work across more than one of them.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration to apply?
No. The criteria here are academic rather than corporate — what matters is that you are a student at a recognised Indian institution. Neither DPIIT recognition nor MSME registration is listed as a requirement.
Does the programme take equity in my idea or venture?
No equity is taken. This is a competition, and the returns are certificates, prizes, mentorship and recognition rather than investment in exchange for a stake.
What is the application deadline?
Registration closes on April 29, 2026. Before that, the online slide-deck round opens on April 17, 2026, and the final prototype round takes place on May 2, 2026 in Delhi.
What should my Round 1 submission contain?
Your presentation should set out the problem you are addressing, the solution you propose, what makes it unique, the technology stack behind it, the use case you are targeting and the impact you expect it to deliver. The best 25 teams are shortlisted from this round.
How do I apply, and what happens at the finale?
Every team member registers through the official platform linked from the programme page. Shortlisted teams then travel to GGSIPU-EDC, Delhi, for the finale, where they demonstrate a working prototype or MVP and are judged on implementation, scalability, technical architecture and business or social impact, with mentorship and networking part of the day. Carry a valid college ID card, and make sure your idea and prototype are original — plagiarism leads to disqualification.
Who offers Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest?
Cyber Nexus Hackathon 2026 — GGSIPU's Cyber, Blockchain & AI Contest is offered by Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, a startup incubator. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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