Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026 — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
What are the prizes for the hackathon?
1st Prize: ₹5,000, 2nd Prize: ₹2,000, 3rd Prize: ₹1,000, and a Surprise Prize revealed during the Grand Finale.
What is the registration deadline?
Registration must be completed by 25 June 2026.
Who can apply?
B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, B.Sc, and Diploma students, as well as IT professionals, startups, innovators, and technology enthusiasts are eligible. Teams must have exactly 3 members.
Do I need to be a student to participate?
No, the hackathon is open to students, professionals, startups, and innovators.
What are the themes or challenge statements?
There are 13 challenge statements under the theme 'Secure Tomorrow with Next-Generation AI', including AI-based fake profile detection, smart vehicle plate verification, crime detection, cybercrime detection, safety of women/children/seniors, smart surveillance, crowd management, traffic management, emergency response, digital evidence, organized crime, and public threat detection.
Is there any registration fee?
No, registration is free.
What must I submit as my project?
You need to submit a project presentation (PPT), a 2–3 minute demo video, and a public GitHub repository with complete source code and documentation.
Does the hackathon take equity or require any financial commitment?
No, this is a competition with cash prizes; no equity is taken and no financial commitment is required.
Is this hackathon held online or offline?
The hackathon is primarily online. The Grand Finale and Top 10 presentations will be held physically at SP Office, Ongole, Andhra Pradesh on 12 July 2026.
How do I apply?
Register through the official Unstop page before 25 June 2026. All team members must join the official hackathon community to receive the project submission form.
How much funding does Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026 provide?
Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026 provides ₹8,000 (up to) as competition. Always confirm the exact amount and any conditions on the official site, as figures can change between cohorts.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Mission Y4 Prakasam Police Hackathon 2026, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
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