HACKFLuenc 2026 — Online Hackathon with a ₹10,000 Prize Pool
A free, online hackathon run by CodeBenders for Indian engineering and B-school students, held June 10–21, 2026, with ₹10,000 in cash prizes.
- Funding amount
- ₹10,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (21 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
HACKFLuenc 2026 is a remote hackathon hosted by CodeBenders for students in India. It is not a classroom exercise or a one-day sprint — the contest stays open across roughly two weeks in June 2026, and entrants build and submit their work from wherever they are.
The event deliberately mixes two student audiences: those studying engineering and those studying at business schools. Both compete in the same hackathon, and there is no bar on entering solo or forming a team.
Entry is completely free. Signing up through the official Internshala competition page is the only thing you need to do to get in.
It helps to be clear about what this is. HACKFLuenc 2026 is a prize competition, not an accelerator, grant or seed scheme. Nobody is offered funding in exchange for a stake in a company. Projects are scored by judges, and the money handed out comes from a cash pool of ₹10,000.
Highlights
- Free, fully online hackathon organised by CodeBenders.
- Open to engineering and business school students in India.
- Runs June 10 to June 21, 2026, with submissions closing on the final day.
- Total cash prize pool of ₹10,000.
- Solo entries and teams are both allowed.
- Projects judged on creativity, technical execution and problem-solving.
Who can apply
The programme is for students, and only students. To take part you must be enrolled at an Indian engineering college or an Indian business school — the organisers open the contest to both streams equally.
- Stage: student level. Incorporated startups and registered companies are not the target audience here.
- Geography: India.
- Team structure: you may register on your own or as part of a team; both are accepted.
- Sector: no industry or technology is specified, so the problem you pick is your own call.
- Registrations and certifications: DPIIT recognition and MSME registration are not conditions of entry — your status as a student is what makes you eligible.
Beyond that, there is nothing further to satisfy. No revenue requirement, no prior competition record and no company formation is asked for.
HACKFLuenc 2026 — Online Hackathon with a ₹10,000 Prize Pool 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 HACKFLuenc 2026 — Online Hackathon with a ₹10,000 Prize Pool closed on 21 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 investment. The overall cash pool stands at ₹10,000, and prizes can go up to that figure, with the organisers deciding how the pool is split among winners.
- No registration fee — signing up costs nothing.
- Fully online format, so there are no travel, accommodation or venue expenses to absorb.
- Judging across three dimensions: creativity, technical execution and problem-solving.
- Winner announcements follow the close of the submission window.
Because this is a competition and not a funding round, no equity is taken and nothing has to be repaid. Winners simply receive a cash prize.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Assessment happens after the submission window has closed. No interview round, pitch deck or investor meeting is described for this hackathon.
- Register through the Internshala competition page.
- Build and submit your project during the online window, which runs from June 10 to June 21, 2026.
- Judging begins once submissions are in. Projects are evaluated on creativity, technical execution and problem-solving.
- Winners are announced after the judging is completed.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to HACKFLuenc 2026 — Online Hackathon with a ₹10,000 Prize Pool, 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
HACKFLuenc 2026 — Online Hackathon with a ₹10,000 Prize Pool is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is HACKFLuenc 2026?
It is an online hackathon run by CodeBenders for students in India. Participants work remotely over a multi-day stretch in June 2026, build solutions of their own choosing, and submit them for judging. It is a competition with cash prizes rather than a funding programme.
How much prize money is on offer?
The total cash prize pool is ₹10,000, with prizes of up to ₹10,000. How that pool is divided among the winners is determined by the organisers.
When does the hackathon take place, and what is the deadline?
The event runs online from June 10 to June 21, 2026. The submission deadline is June 21, 2026, which is the closing day of the window. Judging and the winner announcements follow after that.
Who is eligible to participate?
Entry is open to students at Indian engineering colleges and Indian business schools. There is no separate eligibility bar beyond being a student in one of those two streams.
Can I enter alone, or do I have to join a team?
Both routes are open. You can register as a solo participant and work independently, or take part as part of a team — the organisers welcome either.
Is there any registration fee?
No. Registration is free, so there is no cost to enter the hackathon.
How do I apply for HACKFLuenc 2026?
Register through the official Internshala competition page at https://internshala.com/competitions/hackfluenc-2026/. That page is the entry point for the event.
How are the projects judged?
Entries are assessed on three things: creativity, technical execution and problem-solving. Judging happens after the submission window closes, and winners are announced once it is complete.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
No. Those registrations are not part of the eligibility criteria for this hackathon. Eligibility rests on your status as an engineering or business school student in India.
Does the organiser take equity in return for the prize?
No. HACKFLuenc 2026 is a prize competition, and the rewards are cash prizes. No equity stake is taken and no money has to be repaid.
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