Global AI Hackathon — ₹32.2L Prize Pool, 24-Hour Online Event — Frequently Asked Questions

Hack-Nation has announced a combined prize pool of $35,000, which is roughly ₹32,20,000. The listing does not break the pool down by rank, and it does not say how many winners there will be.

You must register by June 20, 2026. The hackathon itself happens later, on July 18–19, 2026, so signing up early leaves you time to assemble a team and plan your build.

The event runs across July 18–19, 2026. Within that window, participants have 24 hours to design, build and submit their application.

Essentially anyone. The hackathon is open globally to developers, data scientists, AI enthusiasts and students. Indian participants can join, and no location, background or experience restrictions are mentioned.

Both options work. You can register as an individual or as part of a team, and the organisers have not specified a minimum or maximum team size.

A complete, end-to-end AI application, which you must submit within the 24 hours of the event. The listing does not go into the judging criteria or the exact submission format.

Yes. It is an online competition, so you can take part from wherever you are. That is also what makes it possible for the organisers to accept entries from around the world, India included.

Neither. It is a prize competition, so winners receive cash and no equity is taken in return. You retain ownership of whatever you build during the event.

No. Nothing of that sort is required. Eligibility is open to all participants globally, so you do not need an incorporated entity or any government registration to enter.

Register through the official listing at https://internshala.com/competitions/global-ai-hackathon/ before the June 20, 2026 deadline.