Hack4Humanity — ₹25,000 Prize Hackathon for Social Good
Hack4Humanity is an India-wide hackathon that rewards technology built for humanitarian and social causes, with a cash prize pool of ₹25,000. Registration closes on 15 June 2026.
- Funding amount
- ₹25,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (15 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Hack4Humanity is a national hackathon with a clear brief: direct technical skill at problems that matter to people. Instead of rewarding novelty alone, the competition asks entrants to design and build projects that create social and humanitarian impact.
It is hosted as a competition on Internshala's platform, which is also where sign-ups happen. Entry is open to participants located in India, and you can take part alone or with a team — students, designers, developers and others who want to apply technology for public good.
Key dates and prize
- Registration deadline: 15 June 2026
- Competition window: 15 June to 8 August 2026
- Prize money: up to ₹25,000, drawn from a total cash pool of ₹25,000
The detailed format and the criteria used to judge entries are set out on the official event page.
Highlights
- Cash prize pool of ₹25,000, with awards of up to ₹25,000
- Registration closes 15 June 2026
- Competition runs 15 June to 8 August 2026
- Open to individuals and teams based in India
- Themed around humanitarian and social-impact technology
- Entry through the official Internshala competition page
Who can apply
Hack4Humanity is open to anyone based in India. There is no requirement to be part of a registered company, and the programme's rules do not list DPIIT recognition or MSME registration as a condition of entry.
- Who can enter: students, designers, developers and other innovators keen to apply technology to humanitarian problems.
- Entry format: you can participate on your own or as part of a team. The published details do not put a cap on team size.
- Stage and sector: no restriction on project type, startup stage or industry is stated — the only theme is social impact.
- Location: participants must be based in India.
Hack4Humanity — ₹25,000 Prize Hackathon for Social Good 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 Hack4Humanity — ₹25,000 Prize Hackathon for Social Good closed on 15 Jun 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
The reward here is prize money rather than a grant or an investment. Awards reach up to ₹25,000, and the programme states a total cash prize pool of ₹25,000 for the competition.
- Cash, not equity: the details describe a prize competition only. There is no mention of an equity stake, a convertible instrument or any repayment obligation, so nothing is given away in return for the award.
- Prize pool: ₹25,000 in total cash.
- Split between winners: the published information does not break the amount down by rank or category.
The stated purpose of the programme is to point technical skill at humanitarian problems, so the practical value for most entrants lies in building and finishing a working project for a social cause.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Hack4Humanity — ₹25,000 Prize Hackathon for Social Good, 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
Hack4Humanity — ₹25,000 Prize Hackathon for Social Good is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹25,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding does Hack4Humanity offer?
It is a competition, so the reward is prize money rather than a grant or an investment. Awards go up to ₹25,000, and the programme states a total cash prize pool of ₹25,000 for the event. The published details do not say how that pool is divided between winners or categories.
What is the deadline to register?
Registration closes on 15 June 2026. That date is also when the competition itself begins, so it is best to sign up before it passes. The competition then continues until 8 August 2026.
Who is eligible to participate?
Anyone based in India can take part. The programme invites students, designers, developers and other innovators, and it suits people who want to use technology for humanitarian and social causes. There is no stated requirement to be a registered company, to study at a particular institution, or to be a DPIIT-recognised startup.
Can I enter as a team?
Yes. Entries are accepted from individuals working alone as well as from teams. The published details do not specify a maximum or minimum team size, so confirm the current rule on the official event page before you register.
Does Hack4Humanity take equity in my project?
No equity arrangement is described anywhere in the programme's details. This is a competition with a cash prize — there is no mention of a stake in your venture, a convertible note or any repayment obligation.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
Neither is listed as an entry requirement. Hack4Humanity is open to participants based in India, whether or not they run a registered business.
What kind of project should I build?
The competition is themed around social good. Entries should apply technology to humanitarian problems and produce solutions that put people first. The programme does not restrict projects to any particular industry or technical stack.
How do I apply?
Applications go through the official Internshala competition page at https://internshala.com/competitions/hack4humanity/. Registration closes on 15 June 2026.
Where can I find the format and judging criteria?
The full format and the criteria used to assess entries are published on the official event page; the programme summary here does not describe them. Check that page for how projects are evaluated.
What documents do I need to submit?
The published details do not include a document checklist. Because registration happens on the official Internshala competition page, any submissions or documents you need will be listed there when you sign up.
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