HACKER HOUSE GOA 2026
India's premier 4-day builder residency in Goa for top developers, designers, and AI/Crypto creators, focused on shipping real products with ₹46.5 lakh+ in bounties.
- Funding amount
- ₹45L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Hacker House Goa 2026 is a 4-day immersive builder residency hosted at a private beach resort in Goa, organized by 2:47PM Studio, APAC & MENA's premier Web3 Ecosystem Growth and Venture Studio. The event brings together 247 of India's top developers, designers, marketers, and AI-native creators for an intensive experience focused on building, scaling, launching, and marketing real products. Unlike traditional hackathons, this residency emphasizes deep collaboration and product shipping, with daily reviews and a public demo day featuring on-chain voting.
Themes The 2026 edition focuses on the convergence of AI and Crypto, with multichain development as a key theme. A parallel event called 'House of NGMI - India's first AIxCrypto creator house' will also run.
What Participants Get Selected builders will live and work under one roof, gaining direct access to mentors, VCs, and ecosystem leaders. They compete for over ₹46.5 lakh in bounties, and VCs on-site may offer ecosystem funding and support for promising projects.
Selection The program is highly selective, choosing 247 builders from thousands of registrations via Devfolio. The focus is on individual builders passionate about shipping impactful products.
Highlights
- Over ₹46.5 lakh in bounties up for grabs
- 4-day builder residency at a private beach resort in Goa
- Intensive focus on AI, Crypto, and multichain development
- Mentorship from VCs and ecosystem leaders
- Public demo day with on-chain voting
- Only 247 selected builders from thousands of applicants
Who can apply
Open to top developers, designers, marketers, and AI-native creators who are passionate about building and shipping real products. Applicants must go through a competitive selection process on Devfolio to secure one of 247 spots. The residency is held in Goa, India, and is ideal for individuals skilled in AI, Crypto, Web3, or related fields.
HACKER HOUSE GOA 2026 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
HACKER HOUSE GOA 2026 accepts applications on a rolling basis — there is no fixed cut-off date, so eligible startups can apply at any time. Because rolling programmes can pause without notice, confirm the window is still open on the official site before you start.
What the funding covers
- Compete for over ₹46.5 lakh in bounties across multiple tracks.
- Direct access to mentors, VCs, and ecosystem leaders for guidance and networking.
- Potential ecosystem funding and support from VCs for promising projects showcased during demo day.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Interested builders register through the official Devfolio page. From thousands of registrations, the organizers select 247 individuals based on their skills, passion, and potential to ship impactful products. The process is highly competitive, focusing on developers, designers, marketers, and AI/Crypto creators.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to HACKER HOUSE GOA 2026, 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
HACKER HOUSE GOA 2026 is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹45L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding can I win at Hacker House Goa 2026?
Participants compete for over ₹46.5 lakh in bounties. Additionally, VCs present may offer ecosystem funding and support for promising projects.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline has not been specified. It is best to register early on the official Devfolio page to secure a spot.
Who is eligible to apply?
The residency is open to top developers, designers, marketers, and AI-native creators. The focus is on individuals passionate about building and shipping real products, especially in AI and Crypto.
Do I need to register with DPIIT or MSME to apply?
No, DPIIT or MSME registration is not required for this program.
Does the program take equity from participants' projects?
No, Hacker House Goa 2026 is a competition-based builder residency with bounties. It does not take equity.
What documents are needed for the application?
The application is through Devfolio and likely requires basic personal details, skills, and project ideas. Specific document requirements are not mentioned.
How do I apply?
You must register through the official Devfolio page at https://hacker-house-goa-2026.devfolio.co/.
How many participants are selected?
Only 247 builders are selected from thousands of registrations, making the process highly competitive.
Is the event only for Indian residents?
The event is held in Goa, India, and is designed for Indian participants, though eligibility details do not specify nationality restrictions.
What is the format of the residency?
It is a 4-day immersive experience where selected builders live and work under one roof. The schedule includes structured building sessions, daily product reviews, direct mentorship, and a public demo day with on-chain voting.
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