Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud
Global online AI hackathon by Alibaba Cloud with ₹41.85 lakh prize pool – open to Indian teams and individual builders.
- Funding amount
- ₹40.5L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Alibaba Cloud (Corporate)
- Application deadline
- Closed (9 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud is an online competition organized by Alibaba Cloud that calls upon developers, designers, and AI enthusiasts from around the world to create innovative solutions using Qwen Cloud's AI capabilities. The event features a total cash prize pool of ₹41.85 lakh, providing a platform for participants to demonstrate creativity and technical expertise in building AI-powered applications.
The hackathon is open to individual developers, teams, and startups globally, including Indian participants. There are no specific eligibility restrictions mentioned, and teams of any size can join. The competition runs from May 26 to July 9, 2026, and submissions are made through Devpost. Winners will be announced after the deadline. Judging criteria typically consider innovation, technical implementation, and impact.
To apply, register and submit your project via the official Devpost page before July 9, 2026.
Highlights
- ₹41.85 lakh cash prize pool
- Global online AI hackathon open to Indian teams
- Open to individuals, teams, and startups
- Build with Qwen Cloud AI capabilities
- Submit via Devpost by July 9, 2026
- No equity taken – pure cash prizes
Who can apply
The hackathon is open to participants worldwide, with no explicit restrictions excluding Indian teams. Developers, designers, AI enthusiasts, individual developers, teams, and startups are all welcome. There is no specified team size limit, so teams of any size can participate. No DPIIT or MSME registration is required, and there are no industry or state restrictions.
Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud 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 Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud closed on 9 Jul 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Total cash prize pool of ₹41.85 lakh to be awarded to winners.
- No equity is taken – this is a competition, not an investment.
- Prize breakdown by rank is not specified in the available data.
About the provider
Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud is offered by Alibaba Cloud, a corporate programme. It is delivered directly by Alibaba Cloud 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 official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Applications are submitted via Devpost. The judging criteria typically include innovation, technical implementation, and impact. Winners will be announced after the submission deadline of July 9, 2026. Detailed selection stages are not provided.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud, 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
Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹40.5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered?
The total cash prize pool is ₹41.85 lakh. Specific prize breakdown by rank is not provided.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline to submit your project is July 9, 2026.
Who is eligible to apply?
The hackathon is open to participants worldwide, including Indian developers, designers, AI enthusiasts, teams, and startups. There are no specific restrictions on industry, state, or entity type.
Do I need DPIIT or MSME registration?
No, DPIIT or MSME registration is not required to participate.
Does the program take equity?
No, this is a cash prize competition and does not take any equity.
What documents are needed to apply?
The program submission is through Devpost and typically requires a project description, demo video, and code repository. Specific document requirements are not detailed in the available data.
How do I apply?
Register and submit your project through the official Devpost page: https://qwencloud-hackathon.devpost.com/
When does the hackathon start and end?
The hackathon runs from May 26 to July 9, 2026.
Can teams participate?
Yes, teams of any size are allowed, as well as individual participants.
Which technology is used?
Participants build solutions using Qwen Cloud's AI capabilities.
Who offers Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud?
Global AI Hackathon Series with Qwen Cloud is offered by Alibaba Cloud, a corporate programme. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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