DSU DEVHACK 3.0
Dayananda Sagar University's national 36-hour hackathon with a total prize pool of ₹20 Lakhs+.
- Funding amount
- ₹20L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Dayananda Sagar University (Academic)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
DSU DevHack 3.0 is the third edition of Dayananda Sagar University’s flagship national hackathon, a premier 36-hour event that challenges India’s brightest student developers, designers, and innovators to transform ideas into production-ready solutions. The hackathon emphasizes pushing technical boundaries, navigating intense engineering constraints, and solving real-world problems under pressure.
Open to student developers, designers, and innovators across India, the event encourages projects in areas such as AI applications, blockchain architectures, and hardware-software integrations. Participants engage in continuous coding, high-octane collaboration, and rapid prototyping. The hackathon takes place physically in Ramanagara, India, and offers direct feedback, technical guidance, and architecture reviews from industry experts throughout.
The total prize pool exceeds ₹20 Lakhs, with cash prizes of ₹1 Lakh for the winner, ₹75,000 for the first runner-up, and ₹25,000 for the second runner-up. Beyond cash, participants gain networking opportunities with a massive community of like-minded builders, tech leaders, and corporate sponsors.
Highlights
- ₹20 Lakhs+ total prize pool
- Open to students across India
- 36-hour national hackathon
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Networking opportunities
Who can apply
Open to student developers, designers, and innovators from across India. No specific stage, industry, or entity type restrictions are mentioned. DPIIT or MSME registration is not required.
DSU DEVHACK 3.0 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
DSU DEVHACK 3.0 accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.
What the funding covers
- Total prize pool of ₹20 Lakhs+.
- Cash prizes: ₹1,00,000 for winner, ₹75,000 for first runner-up, ₹25,000 for second runner-up.
- Direct feedback, technical guidance, and architecture reviews from industry experts.
- Networking opportunities with builders, tech leaders, and corporate sponsors.
About the provider
DSU DEVHACK 3.0 is offered by Dayananda Sagar University, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by Dayananda Sagar University as a competition. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to DSU DEVHACK 3.0, 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
DSU DEVHACK 3.0 is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹20L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered at DSU DevHack 3.0?
The total prize pool is over ₹20 Lakhs. Cash prizes include ₹1,00,000 for the winner, ₹75,000 for the first runner-up, and ₹25,000 for the second runner-up.
What is the application deadline for DSU DevHack 3.0?
The deadline is not specified. Please check the official Devfolio page for updates.
Who is eligible to participate?
The hackathon is open to student developers, designers, and innovators from across India.
Is DPIIT or MSME registration required?
No, DPIIT or MSME registration is not required for participation.
Does the program take equity?
No, this is a competition with cash prizes. No equity is taken.
What documents are needed to apply?
The program does not specify required documents. You will likely need to register via the Devfolio application link.
How and where do I apply?
Interested participants can register through the official Devfolio application link at https://dsudevhack3.devfolio.co/
What is the format of the hackathon?
It is a 36-hour continuous building marathon held physically in Ramanagara, India. Participants receive mentorship from industry experts.
Are there specific tracks or themes?
While specific tracks are not detailed, the hackathon encourages projects in AI applications, blockchain architectures, and hardware-software integrations.
Who offers DSU DEVHACK 3.0?
DSU DEVHACK 3.0 is offered by Dayananda Sagar University, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
How do I apply for DSU DEVHACK 3.0?
Apply directly through the official application link on this page. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your startup documents before you begin.
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