Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 — ₹12,000 AI Hackathon in Srinagar
emly labs' AI hackathon at Govt. College for Women in Srinagar, carrying a ₹12,000 cash prize pool. Register on Internshala by July 13, 2026.
- Funding amount
- ₹12,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (13 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 is an AI-focused hackathon run by emly labs, held on campus at Govt. College for Women, M.A. Road, Srinagar. Builders come together for the event to create AI and technology projects and compete for a slice of a ₹12,000 cash prize pool.
The contest is aimed at students, developers and innovators who are drawn to artificial intelligence and technology. The listing sets no cap on team size and lists no other entry restriction, which leaves the door open to anyone keen to take part and able to be present at the Srinagar venue.
Everything is tied to a single date: July 13, 2026. That same day is the registration cut-off, and sign-ups are handled through the Internshala competition page for the event.
The published details do not spell out the format, the judging criteria or the running order for the day. Treat this as a build-and-compete hackathon where the working schedule is shared by the organisers closer to the event.
Highlights
- AI hackathon organised by emly labs at Govt. College for Women, M.A. Road, Srinagar
- Total cash prize pool of ₹12,000
- Held on July 13, 2026 — the same date as the registration deadline
- Open to students, developers and innovators interested in AI and technology
- No team size limit or other eligibility restrictions stated
- Entries go through the Internshala competition page
Who can apply
Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 is open to students, developers and innovators who are interested in AI and technology.
- Who it suits: learners picking up AI skills, working developers, and independent builders experimenting with technology.
- Team size: nothing is specified, so the published details do not rule out solo entries or teams.
- Location: the hackathon is hosted in person at Govt. College for Women on M.A. Road, Srinagar, so you need to be able to attend at that venue in Jammu and Kashmir.
- Other conditions: no industry filter, entity type, or DPIIT/MSME requirement is mentioned, and there is no stated need to be a registered company or to have a finished product.
The entry point is simply the hackathon itself, registered through the Internshala competition page before July 13, 2026.
Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 — ₹12,000 AI Hackathon in Srinagar 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 Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 — ₹12,000 AI Hackathon in Srinagar closed on 13 Jul 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
The reward on offer here is prize money rather than a grant, loan or investment.
- Prize pool: a total of ₹12,000 in cash prizes for the hackathon.
- How it is won: by competing and placing in the event, not through milestone-based disbursement.
- No dilution: as a competition prize, the amount does not come with an equity stake in your project or idea.
- Not mentioned: the listing does not state any breakdown between first, second or other positions, and does not mention travel, stay, food or mentorship support, so plan for those separately.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 — ₹12,000 AI Hackathon in Srinagar, 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
Emly AI OPENHACK 2026 — ₹12,000 AI Hackathon in Srinagar is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹12,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is Emly AI OPENHACK 2026?
It is an AI hackathon organised by emly labs and hosted at Govt. College for Women on M.A. Road in Srinagar. Participants build AI and technology projects at the event and compete for a cash prize of ₹12,000. Registration is handled through the Internshala competition page.
How much prize money does the hackathon offer?
The event carries a total cash prize pool of ₹12,000. The listing gives the overall amount but does not break it down into first, second or any other category-wise prizes, so the split between winners is not specified.
When and where does the hackathon take place?
It takes place on July 13, 2026 at Govt. College for Women, M.A. Road, Srinagar, in Jammu and Kashmir. That same date is also the registration deadline, so you need to be signed up by then.
Who is eligible to take part?
The hackathon is pitched at students, developers and innovators who are interested in AI and technology. No specific eligibility restrictions are mentioned — there is no company registration requirement, no minimum or maximum team size, and no sector filter. Practically speaking, you need to be able to attend at the Srinagar venue.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration to enter?
No. DPIIT recognition or MSME registration is not part of the entry requirements here. This is a student- and developer-focused hackathon rather than a government funding scheme, and the listing mentions no registration or certification condition of that kind.
Does the programme take equity in my project?
No. This is a competition with a cash prize pool of ₹12,000 rather than an investment programme. Winners receive prize money, and there is no mention of equity, shares or any stake being taken in your project or startup.
Is there a limit on team size?
The published details do not specify any team size, so neither solo entries nor teams are ruled out by what has been listed. If team composition is important to you, that is one point to clarify with the organisers through the Internshala competition page before the deadline.
How do I apply, and what is the deadline?
Registration is done through the Internshala competition page for Emly AI OPENHACK 2026. The deadline is July 13, 2026, which is the same day the hackathon is held, so make sure you register before that date.
What documents are needed to apply?
The listing does not set out a document checklist. Since entries go through the Internshala competition page, you complete the registration there; no certificates, pitch decks, registration proofs or other paperwork are mentioned in the published details.
What kind of project should I build for it?
Anything in the AI and technology space. The event is aimed at people interested in AI and technology, and participants are invited to build and compete for the prize. The listing does not publish specific problem statements, themes or judging criteria.
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