INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore
INNOVIK 6.0 brings teams of 2–4 to Indore for a 24-hour Agentic AI build sprint with a ₹2,00,000 prize pool. Registration closes August 15, 2026.
- Funding amount
- ₹2L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (15 Aug 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
INNOVIK 6.0 is a 24-hour hackathon staged in Indore with a prize pool of ₹2,00,000. It runs alongside Shekunj Education, and the organisers bill it as the first international hackathon of its kind in Central India. For one full day, students, developers, researchers, startups and technology enthusiasts build side by side on problems that matter outside the classroom.
The event's single theme is Agentic AI for Smart Solutions. Ten real-world problem statements sit under it, and each team picks the one it wants to solve:
- Intelligent Academic Planning & Student Success Platform
- Smart Healthcare Assistance & Patient Monitoring System
- Sustainable Agriculture Advisory Platform
- Intelligent Transportation & Traffic Optimization System
- Digital Tourism & Cultural Heritage Experience
- Smart Waste Management & Environmental Monitoring System
- Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Response Platform
- Citizen Engagement & Public Grievance Management System
- Future Workforce & Career Guidance Ecosystem
- Cyber Security & Digital Trust Framework
The build begins on July 14, 2026 and continues without a break for 24 hours. Mentor checkpoints run through the sprint, and every team closes with a presentation before an industry jury. Judging looks at innovation, technical excellence, how well the problem is understood, feasibility, scalability, social impact, user experience and the quality of the presentation itself.
Entry is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, developers, startups, innovators and technology enthusiasts, with teams of 2 to 4 members and at least one woman in each team. Registration is compulsory and must be completed through the official website before August 15, 2026.
Highlights
- 24-hour international hackathon held in Indore and run alongside Shekunj Education
- ₹2,00,000 total prize pool, with ₹80,000 going to the winning team
- Theme is Agentic AI for Smart Solutions, with 10 real-world problem statements
- Teams of 2–4 members; at least one woman is mandatory in every team
- Registration closes August 15, 2026; the 24-hour build starts July 14, 2026
- All participants receive certificates and exclusive goodies
Who can apply
INNOVIK 6.0 casts a wide net rather than restricting entry to a single category of applicant.
- Who can take part: undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, developers, startups, innovators and technology enthusiasts.
- Team size: 2 to 4 members. Solo entries are not accepted.
- Mandatory team condition: every team must include at least one woman. A team without a woman member does not meet the criteria.
- Originality: everything a team submits — code and design alike — has to be its own original work. Any plagiarism will get the team disqualified.
- Registration: compulsory, completed through the official website before the deadline of August 15, 2026.
- DPIIT or MSME registration: not listed as a requirement for this hackathon, and no state-wise, sector-wise or entity-type restriction appears in the eligibility criteria.
INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore 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 INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore closed on 15 Aug 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
INNOVIK 6.0 is a prize competition rather than an equity investment or a grant programme, so the rewards come as cash prizes and participation benefits.
- Total prize pool: ₹2,00,000
- Winner: ₹80,000
- First Runner-Up: ₹50,000
- Second Runner-Up: ₹30,000
- Consolation prizes: ₹40,000 in total
Beyond the top placements, every participant — placing or not — receives a certificate and exclusive goodies from the organisers. Teams also get access to mentor checkpoints across the 24-hour build, which means direct feedback on their solution before the jury sees it.
Because the money is awarded as competition prize money, it does not involve handing over a stake in any venture or product.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
There is no separate screening round described for INNOVIK 6.0 — teams are assessed on what they build and how they present it. The path from sign-up to prize runs like this:
- Registration: teams register through the official website before August 15, 2026.
- Problem statement selection: each team chooses one of the ten Agentic AI problem statements to work on.
- 24-hour build: the sprint starts on July 14, 2026. Teams build continuously, with mentor checkpoints along the way.
- Final presentation: each team presents its completed solution to an industry jury.
The jury scores entries on eight fronts: innovation, technical excellence, how well the problem is understood, feasibility, scalability, social impact, user experience and presentation quality.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore, 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
INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹2L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much prize money does INNOVIK 6.0 offer?
The total prize pool is ₹2,00,000. The winner takes ₹80,000, the first runner-up gets ₹50,000 and the second runner-up receives ₹30,000. A further ₹40,000 is set aside for consolation prizes. Separately, every participant receives a certificate and exclusive goodies regardless of where their team finishes.
What is the last date to register for INNOVIK 6.0?
Registration closes on August 15, 2026. Signing up is compulsory and is done through the official website, so teams need to complete it before that cut-off.
Who is eligible to participate?
Undergraduate and postgraduate students, research scholars, developers, startups, innovators and technology enthusiasts are all welcome. No state-wise, sector-wise or entity-type restriction is mentioned in the eligibility criteria, and DPIIT or MSME registration is not required to apply.
Can I take part on my own without a team?
No. Entries are team-based and each team must have 2 to 4 members. On top of that, at least one woman has to be part of every team — this condition is mandatory.
What problem statements can teams work on?
All work sits under the theme Agentic AI for Smart Solutions. The ten available problem statements cover academic planning and student success, healthcare assistance and patient monitoring, sustainable agriculture advisory, transportation and traffic optimisation, digital tourism and cultural heritage, smart waste management and environmental monitoring, disaster preparedness and emergency response, citizen engagement and public grievance management, the future workforce and career guidance, and cyber security and digital trust.
Does the hackathon take equity in my startup?
No. INNOVIK 6.0 is a prize competition, so the rewards are cash prizes, certificates and goodies. No stake in your company, product or idea is taken.
How long is the hackathon and where does it happen?
It is a 24-hour sprint held in Indore. The build gets underway on July 14, 2026, teams work through mentor checkpoints during the day, and the event ends with each team presenting to an industry jury.
How are the winners decided?
An industry jury evaluates the final presentations. Entries are judged on innovation, technical excellence, understanding of the problem, feasibility, scalability, social impact, user experience and presentation quality.
Can we build on existing code or design work?
No. All code and designs submitted must be original. Any plagiarism leads to disqualification of the team.
How do I apply for INNOVIK 6.0?
Registration is mandatory and happens through the official website at https://innovikhack.co.in/. Teams should complete it before the August 15, 2026 deadline.
Is DPIIT recognition required for INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for INNOVIK 6.0 International Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool, Indore, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
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