HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool
Manipal University Jaipur hosts HackX 3.0, a free 36-hour hackathon spread across 10 tracks, with a cash prize pool of more than ₹5,00,000 for winning teams.
- Funding amount
- ₹5L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Manipal University Jaipur (Academic)
- Application deadline
- 12 Oct 2026
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
HackX 3.0 is a 36-hour hackathon hosted by Manipal University Jaipur. It gathers students and innovators to take on practical, real-world challenges spread over 10 different tracks, and it carries a total cash prize pool of more than ₹5,00,000.
The format is a continuous build sprint: teams spend 36 hours turning an idea into a working prototype and then present it to a panel of judges. The listed deadline for the event is October 12, 2026, with the event window given as September 30 to October 12, 2026. The exact schedule and the criteria judges will use are to be shared closer to the event.
Entry is deliberately broad. Students, developers, designers and tech enthusiasts from any background can take part, whether they arrive alone and join a team on the spot or register as an already-assembled group. Registration is free, and sign-ups are handled through the official Internshala competition page.
Because the tracks span a wide range of domains, participants are free to pick whichever theme best matches their skills and interests rather than being locked into a single problem statement.
Highlights
- 36-hour hackathon organised by Manipal University Jaipur.
- 10 tracks spanning a wide range of problem domains.
- Cash prize pool of more than ₹5,00,000, shared among winning teams.
- Open to all students, developers, designers and tech enthusiasts.
- Free registration through the official Internshala competition page.
- Listed deadline: October 12, 2026.
Who can apply
HackX 3.0 is open to all, so there is no barrier based on institution, discipline or prior experience.
- Students, developers, designers and tech enthusiasts are all welcome to participate.
- Participants from any background or skill level can enter.
- Teams can either be put together before the event or formed on the spot during the hackathon.
- The organisers have not specified any team size restrictions.
- No DPIIT recognition, MSME registration or company incorporation is needed, as this is an open competition rather than a funding scheme.
HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 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
Applications for HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool are open and the current deadline is 12 Oct 2026. Applications are closing soon, so prepare your documents early. Deadlines can change — always reconfirm on the official source before submitting.
What the funding covers
The total cash prize pool exceeds ₹5,00,000, and it is distributed among the winning teams rather than handed to one overall champion.
- Cash prizes for winning teams, drawn from a pool of more than ₹5,00,000.
- Additional non-cash prizes may be announced by the organisers.
- Taking part costs nothing — registration for the hackathon is free.
As HackX 3.0 is a competition, the awards are competition prizes rather than an investment, so there is no equity or repayment attached to them.
About the provider
HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool is offered by Manipal University Jaipur, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by Manipal University Jaipur 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 . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
HackX 3.0 is run as a build-and-present event rather than a multi-round application funnel with published shortlisting stages.
- Build phase: teams work through 36 continuous hours to turn their chosen track's idea into a working prototype.
- Presentation: each team presents its prototype to a panel of judges.
- Judging: winners are decided by that panel. The organisers have stated that the precise schedule and the judging criteria will be shared closer to the event date.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 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
HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹5L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much prize money does HackX 3.0 offer?
The hackathon carries a total cash prize pool of more than ₹5,00,000. That amount is distributed among the winning teams, and the organisers have also said additional non-cash prizes may be announced.
When is the deadline to register for HackX 3.0?
The listed deadline is October 12, 2026. The organisers have also given the event window as September 30 to October 12, 2026, and have said the detailed schedule will be shared closer to the event, so it is worth checking the official Internshala competition page for updates.
Who is eligible to take part in HackX 3.0?
Everyone. The organisers describe it as open to all, and specifically invite students, developers, designers and tech enthusiasts from any background. There is no restriction tied to your institution, stream or experience level.
Do I need a team to enter, and is there a team size limit?
You can register as part of a pre-assembled team or form a team on the spot at the event. The organisers have not mentioned any specific restrictions on how many people a team may have.
Does HackX 3.0 take equity in my project or require DPIIT or MSME registration?
No. HackX 3.0 is a competition, not an investor or a government scheme, so no equity is taken. DPIIT recognition and MSME registration are also not part of the entry requirements — eligibility is simply open to all.
Is there a registration fee for HackX 3.0?
No, registration is free. There is no cost to sign up and take part in the hackathon.
What are the tracks in HackX 3.0?
The hackathon features 10 tracks covering a wide range of domains. Participants are free to choose whichever track lines up best with their skills and interests, and the exact track list is available on the official competition page.
What happens during the 36 hours of HackX 3.0?
It is a continuous 36-hour build sprint with the campus of Manipal University Jaipur as the host. Teams develop a working prototype during that window, then present it to a panel of judges. The precise schedule and judging criteria will be released closer to the event.
How are winners chosen at HackX 3.0?
Winning teams are decided by a panel of judges after prototypes are presented. The organisers have said the detailed judging criteria will be shared nearer the event date.
How do I apply for HackX 3.0?
Register through the official Internshala competition page at https://internshala.com/competitions/hackx-3-0/. Sign-up is free and takes place entirely on that page.
Who offers HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool?
HackX 3.0 — 36-Hour Hackathon With ₹5,00,000 Prize Pool is offered by Manipal University Jaipur, an academic institution. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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