Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students
24-hour hybrid hackathon in Coimbatore with ₹30,000 cash prize, internships, PPO, AI credits, and learning tracks in Cyber Security and MedTech.
- Funding amount
- ₹30,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- 20 Aug 2026
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Nexora is a national-level 24-hour hybrid hackathon organized by HackHere, offering students the chance to collaborate, compete, and build impactful solutions. The event is hosted at SNS iHUB in Coimbatore and is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized institution.
Participants can choose from two tracks: Cyber Security (solutions to strengthen digital security, enhance privacy, detect threats, and improve resilience) and MedTech (technology-driven healthcare solutions for patient care, diagnostics, accessibility, hospital management, and digital health). Use of AI, Cyber Security, and Blockchain technologies is encouraged.
The hackathon runs for 24 hours on 22–23 August, with problem statements revealed at the start. Teams build a working prototype within the time limit, supported by industry mentors, and are evaluated by an expert jury on innovation, technical implementation, practical impact, scalability, and presentation.
Who Should Apply Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized institution. Teams of 1–4 members. Inter-college and inter-department teams are allowed. Registration fee is ₹1,000 per team.
Prizes and Benefits Winners receive a ₹30,000 cash prize, internship opportunities, Pre-Placement Opportunity (PPO) with partner companies, and $50 in AI credits for production AI inference. All participants get blockchain certification courses, bootcamp and mentoring sessions, $25 in AI credits for interactive chat with unlimited tokens, goodies and swags, and AI credit rewards with access to 40+ AI models.
About the Organizer HackHere is a community-driven organization that hosts hackathons and innovation challenges for students across India, partnering with industry sponsors and academic institutions to create hands-on learning experiences.
How to Apply Registration deadline is 20 August 2026. Apply via the official Unstop event page linked above.
Highlights
- National-level 24-hour hybrid hackathon in Coimbatore
- ₹30,000 cash prize for winners
- Internship opportunities and PPO with partner companies
- Tracks in Cyber Security and MedTech
- Open to all UG/PG students; teams of 1–4
- Registration deadline: 20 August 2026
Who can apply
Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized institution. Teams can have 1–4 members. Inter-college and inter-department teams are allowed. Registration fee is ₹1,000 per team.
Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize 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
Applications for Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students are open and the current deadline is 20 Aug 2026. Applications are closing soon, so prepare your documents early. Deadlines can change — always reconfirm on the official source before submitting.
What the funding covers
Winners receive:
- ₹30,000 cash prize
- Internship opportunities (multiple)
- Pre-Placement Opportunity (PPO) with partner companies
- $50 in AI credits for production AI inference
All participants receive:
- Blockchain Certification courses
- Blockchain Bootcamp & Mentoring Sessions
- $25 in AI credits for interactive chat with unlimited tokens
- Goodies & Swags
- AI Credit Rewards with access to 40+ AI models
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Participants will build a working prototype during the 24-hour hackathon. Problem statements are revealed at the beginning. Industry mentors guide teams throughout the event. An expert jury evaluates final solutions based on innovation and creativity, technical implementation, practical impact, scalability, and final presentation and demonstration.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize 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
Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹30,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered at Nexora?
Winners receive a ₹30,000 cash prize, along with internship opportunities, a Pre-Placement Opportunity (PPO), and $50 in AI credits. All participants receive $25 in AI credits and AI credit rewards with access to 40+ AI models.
What is the application deadline?
The registration deadline is 20 August 2026. Applications are submitted via the official Unstop event page.
Who is eligible to apply?
The hackathon is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized institution. Teams can have 1 to 4 members, and inter-college and inter-department teams are allowed.
Do I need to be from a specific state or institution?
No, the hackathon is national-level and open to students from any recognized institution across India.
Is there a registration fee?
Yes, the registration fee is ₹1,000 per team.
What are the tracks or themes?
There are two tracks: Cyber Security and MedTech. Participants are also encouraged to leverage AI, Cyber Security, and Blockchain technologies.
What is the format and duration of the hackathon?
It is a 24-hour hybrid hackathon held on 22–23 August. Problem statements are revealed at the start, and teams build a working prototype within the time limit.
Will there be mentorship and evaluation?
Yes, industry mentors guide teams throughout the event, and an expert jury evaluates solutions based on innovation, technical implementation, practical impact, scalability, and presentation.
Does Nexora take equity?
No, this is a hackathon competition, not an equity-based funding program. Prizes and benefits are awarded as stated, and no equity is taken.
How and where do I apply?
Apply via the official Unstop event page linked above. Ensure you register before the deadline of 20 August 2026.
Is DPIIT recognition required for Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students?
No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.
How do I apply for Nexora Hackathon 2026 — ₹30,000 Prize for Students?
Apply directly through the official application link on this page. Review the eligibility criteria and prepare your startup documents before you begin.
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