FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 — ₹3L Prize Pool for AI Builders
FlowZint's fully online AI hackathon puts a ₹3,00,000 cash prize pool on the table, along with verified certificates and FlowZint credits for entrants across India.
- Funding amount
- ₹3L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (18 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 is a fully online, AI-focused competition run by FlowZint. It is not an accelerator or a grant scheme — it is a build-and-submit contest where participants create an AI-powered solution for a real business or user problem, and the strongest entries share a ₹3,00,000 cash prize pool.
The organisers are looking for creativity, automation and scalability. What counts is a working solution that genuinely solves something, not a concept described on paper. Students, developers, AI enthusiasts and early-stage builders are all explicitly welcome, and solo entrants are as eligible as teams.
Because the whole thing runs online, there is no travel and no city restriction — anyone across India can take part from wherever they are. Submissions opened on May 8, 2026, the final submission deadline is July 19, 2026, and results are declared on July 20, 2026.
What you can build
Every project must be filed under one of four tracks: Sales Bot, Support Chat Bot, Customer Care Bot, or Open Innovation. Typical project types include AI chatbots, automation systems, smart AI tools, customer support solutions, business productivity tools, AI workflow platforms and intelligent assistant systems.
Registration and project submission both happen through the official FlowZint submission portal, and the registration deadline is July 18, 2026. Late entries are not considered.
Highlights
- Fully online AI hackathon by FlowZint, open to participants anywhere in India.
- Total cash prize pool of ₹3,00,000, with ₹1,50,000 going to the first-place team.
- Four submission tracks: Sales Bot, Support Chat Bot, Customer Care Bot and Open Innovation.
- Enter solo or in a team of 1 to 4 members; only one original project per participant or team.
- Registration closes July 18, 2026, final submissions close July 19, 2026, results on July 20, 2026.
- Every participant gets a verified certificate and 5,000 FlowZint Credits.
Who can apply
The hackathon is open to all participants, with no stated restriction on background, sector, company stage or geography within India. Students, developers, AI enthusiasts and early-stage builders are the groups the organisers name, but the entry rules do not limit participation to them.
- Solo or team: Both are allowed. You can enter on your own or as part of a team of 1 to 4 members.
- Number of entries: Each participant or team may submit only one project.
- Nature of the project: It must be original — copied material is not accepted — and it must not be harmful.
- Registration requirements: No DPIIT recognition, MSME registration or incorporated company is required. Entry is open to individuals and teams alike.
Every submission also has to fall within one of the four published tracks: Sales Bot, Support Chat Bot, Customer Care Bot or Open Innovation.
FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 — ₹3L Prize Pool for AI Builders 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 FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 — ₹3L Prize Pool for AI Builders closed on 18 Jul 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 prize competition rather than an investment, so rewards are paid out as cash, verified certificates and FlowZint platform credits. The total cash pool is ₹3,00,000, shared between the top three places.
- 1st Prize: ₹1,50,000 + verified certificate + 20,000 FlowZint Credits
- 2nd Prize: ₹1,00,000 + verified certificate + 20,000 FlowZint Credits
- 3rd Prize: ₹50,000 + verified certificate + 20,000 FlowZint Credits
- Ranks 4 to 100: verified certificate + 10,000 FlowZint Credits
- All participants: verified certificate + 5,000 FlowZint Credits
Two things are worth noting for founders. First, there is no equity component — the prize is cash plus certificates and credits, not a stake handed over in return. Second, the rewards are not limited to the winners: every entrant who takes part receives a verified certificate and 5,000 FlowZint Credits.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
1. Register and build. Enter through the official FlowZint submission portal and develop your AI solution within one of the four tracks — Sales Bot, Support Chat Bot, Customer Care Bot or Open Innovation. Registration closes on July 18, 2026.
2. Submit your project. Submissions opened on May 8, 2026 and the final submission deadline is July 19, 2026. All entries must go through the official FlowZint submission portal, and late submissions are not accepted.
3. Evaluation. Entries are weighed against the qualities the organisers ask projects to demonstrate: innovation, real-world problem solving, AI automation, user experience and scalability.
4. Results. Outcomes are announced on July 20, 2026. The top three places receive cash prizes along with a verified certificate and 20,000 FlowZint Credits; ranks 4 to 100 receive a verified certificate and 10,000 FlowZint Credits.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 — ₹3L Prize Pool for AI Builders, 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
FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 — ₹3L Prize Pool for AI Builders is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹3L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much prize money does the FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026 offer?
The total cash prize pool is ₹3,00,000, split across the top three places. First prize is ₹1,50,000, second prize is ₹1,00,000 and third prize is ₹50,000. On top of the cash, the top three also receive a verified certificate and 20,000 FlowZint Credits each.
What is the deadline to register and submit my project?
Registration closes on July 18, 2026, which is the date to plan around. The submission window opened on May 8, 2026, the final project submission deadline listed in the schedule is July 19, 2026, and results are announced on July 20, 2026. Late submissions are not accepted, and everything has to go through the official FlowZint submission portal.
Who is eligible to take part in this hackathon?
It is open to all participants, so there is no narrow eligibility filter. Students, developers, AI enthusiasts and early-stage builders are the audiences the organisers call out. You can enter alone or as part of a team of 1 to 4 members, and participants across India can join since the hackathon is entirely online.
Do I need DPIIT recognition, MSME registration or a registered company to apply?
No. There is no DPIIT or MSME requirement mentioned for this hackathon, and no incorporated entity is needed either. Entry is open to individuals and teams, so a solo developer or a group of friends can submit a project without any company paperwork.
What tracks or themes can I submit under?
There are four categories to choose from: Sales Bot, Support Chat Bot, Customer Care Bot and Open Innovation. Your project has to fit within one of these tracks. Typical builds include AI chatbots, automation systems, smart AI tools, customer support solutions, business productivity tools, AI workflow platforms and intelligent assistant systems.
Is the hackathon online or do I need to travel?
It is fully online. You register, build and submit through the official FlowZint submission portal, so there is no travel, no venue and no city restriction for participants based anywhere in India.
How many projects can I or my team submit?
Just one. Each participant or team may submit only a single project, and it must be original — copied work is not allowed — and must not be harmful in any way.
What do teams ranked 4 to 100, and the rest of the participants, receive?
Entries placed between ranks 4 and 100 receive a verified certificate plus 10,000 FlowZint Credits. Every other participant who takes part also gets a verified certificate along with 5,000 FlowZint Credits, so the rewards are not restricted to the cash winners.
Does the hackathon take any equity in my project or startup?
No. This is a competition, and the rewards are cash prizes, verified certificates and FlowZint platform credits rather than an investment. There is no equity stake involved and nothing to give up in return for taking part.
How do I apply for the FlowZint AI Hackathon 2026?
Register and submit your project through the official FlowZint submission portal at https://flowzint.in/2026/ai/hackothon before the July 18, 2026 registration deadline. Build your solution within one of the four tracks, make sure it is an original project, and submit it through that portal only — late submissions will not be accepted.
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