Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3
Week 3 of Locus' virtual Paygentic Hackathon, focusing on CheckoutWithLocus, with a share of ₹3.72 lakh in prizes.
- Funding amount
- ₹3.6L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Provider
- Locus (Corporate)
- Application deadline
- Rolling
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon #3 is the third week of a four-week virtual hackathon series organized by Locus. Each week explores a different vertical of the Locus platform, and Week 3 is dedicated to the CheckoutWithLocus track. The series offers a total prize pool of ₹3.72 lakh distributed across all four weeks. Participants need to build solutions that integrate CheckoutWithLocus to leverage Locus's full capabilities.
The hackathon is free to enter and open to individual developers or teams of up to four members. Every participating team receives ₹930 in credits to build and experiment with the Locus platform. The event is hosted entirely virtually on Locus's Discord server, fostering a collaborative environment.
Week 3 runs from April 25th to April 30th, 2026, starting on a Friday and ending on the following Thursday. Registration is via Devfolio, and further support is available through the Discord community.
Highlights
- Week 3 focuses on the CheckoutWithLocus track.
- Open to individual developers and teams of up to four members.
- Free to participate; each team gets ₹930 in credits.
- Total prize pool of ₹3.72 lakh across the series.
- Hackathon runs April 25–30, 2026.
- Virtual event hosted on Locus Discord server.
Who can apply
Open to individual developers and teams of up to four members. Admission is free. Participants must have access to the Locus platform, and each team receives ₹930 in credits to facilitate building. No specific entity type, DPIIT, or MSME registration is required. The hackathon is virtual and open to participants from anywhere, though the focus is on Indian fintech.
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3 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
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3 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
- A share of a ₹3.72 lakh prize pool distributed across the four-week hackathon series, with Week 3 offering its portion.
- ₹930 in credits per team to use on the Locus platform for development and experimentation.
About the provider
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3 is offered by Locus, a corporate programme. It is delivered directly by Locus as a competition. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3, 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
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3 is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹3.6L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is Locus' Paygentic Hackathon #3?
It is the third week of a four-week virtual hackathon series by Locus, focusing on the CheckoutWithLocus track, with a share of the ₹3.72 lakh prize pool.
Who can apply?
The hackathon is open to individual developers and teams of up to four members. There are no restrictions on entity type, DPIIT, or MSME registration.
How much funding or prizes are offered?
The series has a total prize pool of ₹3.72 lakh, distributed across the four weeks. Each team also receives ₹930 in Locus platform credits.
Is there an application deadline?
The deadline is not specified, but the hackathon runs from April 25th to April 30th, 2026. Registration is via Devfolio.
What is the format of the hackathon?
It is a virtual hackathon hosted on Locus's Discord server. Each week starts on a Friday and ends the following Thursday.
Does the program take equity?
No, this is a competition with prizes and credits, not a funding program. Equity is not taken.
What documents are needed to apply?
No specific documents beyond registration on Devfolio are mentioned. Further details are available through the Locus Discord server.
How do I apply?
You can apply by registering through the Devfolio link at https://paygentic-week3.devfolio.co/
What is CheckoutWithLocus?
It is a specific track for Week 3 that challenges participants to develop solutions integrating CheckoutWithLocus functionality using Locus's platform.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
Who offers Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3?
Locus' Paygentic Hackathon - #3 is offered by Locus, a corporate programme. It is provided as non-dilutive funding.
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