Intellify 4.0 National Hackathon 2026 — ₹3.4L Prize Pool for Students
Marwadi University's national-level hybrid hackathon for Indian college students, with a ₹3,40,000 cash prize pool. Register by 14 August 2026.
- Funding amount
- ₹3.4L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (14 Aug 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Intellify 4.0 is a national-level hackathon hosted by Marwadi University in Gujarat. It is aimed at students enrolled at colleges and universities anywhere in India, from any stream of study, and it runs in a hybrid format — you can either travel to the Marwadi University campus or take part remotely from your own city.
The competition window is 9 June to 14 August 2026. Participants work on the problem statements set for the event and then submit their projects for evaluation. 14 August 2026 is also the published application deadline, so registering early leaves more of that window for building.
Winning teams share a total cash prize pool of ₹3,40,000. The programme listing advertises the prize value as up to ₹3.4L.
Entries are registered through the official Internshala competition page for Intellify 4.0. Judging criteria and the individual rounds have not been fixed in the published details — they will be announced on that official platform, so the competition page is the place to watch for updates.
Highlights
- National-level hackathon organised by Marwadi University, Gujarat
- Total cash prize pool of ₹3,40,000 for winning teams
- Hybrid format — compete on campus or entirely online
- Open to Indian college students from any discipline
- Runs 9 June to 14 August 2026, with registrations closing 14 August 2026
Who can apply
Intellify 4.0 is open to students studying at Indian colleges and universities.
- Geography: You must be a student in India; the hackathon is national in scope.
- Discipline: Any field of study qualifies. No subject, sector or industry restriction has been published.
- Participation mode: You can attend in person at Marwadi University, Gujarat, or join online.
- Team size: Not specified in the published details — confirm the current rule on the official platform before you register.
This is a student hackathon rather than a government startup scheme, so no DPIIT recognition or MSME/Udyam registration is asked for. Eligibility rests on your status as a college student in India.
Intellify 4.0 National Hackathon 2026 — ₹3.4L Prize Pool for Students 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 Intellify 4.0 National Hackathon 2026 — ₹3.4L Prize Pool for Students closed on 14 Aug 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
The reward on offer is a cash prize pool of ₹3,40,000, shared among the winning teams. The listing quotes the prize value as up to ₹3.4L.
- Total cash prize pool: ₹3,40,000
- Distribution: Split among the teams judged as winners
- Non-dilutive: These are competition prizes, so nothing is surrendered in the way of equity or ownership
No other benefits — such as incubation support, credits or mentorship — appear in the published programme details. Treat the prize money as the reward, and check the official competition page for any additions announced later.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Intellify 4.0 National Hackathon 2026 — ₹3.4L Prize Pool for Students, 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
Intellify 4.0 National Hackathon 2026 — ₹3.4L Prize Pool for Students is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹3.4L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is Intellify 4.0?
It is a national-level hackathon run by Marwadi University in Gujarat, branded Intellify 4.0. College students from across India participate in a hybrid format, build solutions to the event's problem statements and submit their work for evaluation. Winning teams share a cash prize pool of ₹3,40,000. It is a competition rather than a funding or investment programme.
Who is eligible to take part?
Anyone enrolled as a student at an Indian college or university. There is no restriction by discipline, sector or state in the published details, and you can participate either in person at Marwadi University or online.
How much prize money is on offer?
The total cash prize pool is ₹3,40,000, and it is distributed among the winning teams. The listing describes the prize value as up to ₹3.4L.
What is the last date to register?
The deadline is 14 August 2026. Registration is handled through the official Internshala competition page for Intellify 4.0.
When does the hackathon actually run?
The event window spans 9 June to 14 August 2026, and 14 August 2026 is also the published application deadline. Building and submissions happen within that window, so joining early gives you more time to work on your project.
Is the hackathon online or offline?
It is hybrid. Teams can participate in person at Marwadi University in Gujarat, or they can take part remotely online.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration to enter?
No. Neither DPIIT recognition nor MSME/Udyam registration is part of the eligibility criteria here. Intellify 4.0 is a student hackathon, not a government startup scheme, and the only stated requirement is that you are a college student in India.
Does the hackathon take equity in my project or idea?
No. Intellify 4.0 is a prize competition — the awards are cash prizes paid out of the ₹3,40,000 pool. There is no investment involved and no stake taken.
Are there any sector or industry restrictions on what I build?
None have been published. The hackathon is open to college students from any discipline, and participants work on the problem statements set for the event. The specific problem statements are shared through the official platform.
Is there a limit on team size?
The published details do not specify a team size, so check the official competition page for the current rule before you register a team.
How do I apply and how will entries be judged?
Register on the official Internshala competition page for Intellify 4.0 before 14 August 2026. The judging criteria and the specific rounds have not been fixed in the published details — they will be announced on the official platform.
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