Mastering Up International Hackathon 2026 — ₹92,000 Prize Pool — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about Mastering Up International Hackathon 2026 — ₹92,000 Prize Pool — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
How much prize money does the Mastering Up International Hackathon offer?
The advertised prize pool is ₹92,000 in total, shared among the winning entries. The organisers have not released a breakdown by rank, so the exact amount that goes to each winner has not been announced. It is a one-off cash prize rather than a recurring grant or a monthly stipend.
What is the deadline to register?
You need to be registered by 28 November 2026. Once that date passes, the entry window closes and the hackathon itself takes place from 5 to 7 December 2026.
When and where does the hackathon take place?
It runs across three days, from 5 December to 7 December 2026, and it is entirely virtual. Everything happens online, so there is no venue to travel to and no physical attendance requirement.
Who is eligible to apply?
The hackathon is open to students, researchers and early-stage entrepreneurs anywhere in the world. No geographic restriction and no sector restriction is listed, so applicants from any country and any field of work can register.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
No. The eligibility criteria make no mention of DPIIT recognition, MSME registration or any similar certification. The programme is pitched at students, researchers and early-stage entrepreneurs, so formal incorporation or government registration is not part of the stated requirements.
Can I take part as a team, and is there a team size limit?
You can enter on your own or as part of a group. The organisers have not specified either a minimum or a maximum team size, so no fixed limit has been announced.
Does the hackathon take equity in my startup or idea?
No. This is a competition with a cash prize rather than an equity investment, so winning does not involve handing over a stake in your venture.
What kind of ideas should I work on?
Projects should address the UN Sustainable Development Goals and global science challenges, which is the theme the hackathon is built around. No specific industries, sub-themes or problem statements are listed beyond that.
How do I apply?
Registration is done through the competition's listing on Internshala at https://internshala.com/competitions/mastering-up-international-hackathon-on-sdgs-global-science-2026/. Complete your registration there before 28 November 2026.
Can international participants apply?
Yes. The programme is described as open to students, researchers and early-stage entrepreneurs globally, with no geographic restrictions, and the virtual format makes cross-border participation straightforward.
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