Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool
An entirely online fintech hackathon run by Nomba with DevCareer, open to developers, designers and product builders in Nigeria, with a $6,500 cash prize pool.
- Funding amount
- ₹6.0L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (21 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 is an entirely online build-and-compete event centred on fintech problem statements. It is run by Nomba alongside DevCareer, and it unfolds completely on the internet — no venue, no travel, no physical attendance.
The working window is June 12 to June 21, 2026. Participants use those days to shape and develop a fintech project, then submit it to be judged. Sign-ups shut on June 21, 2026, so anyone intending to take part should register before that cut-off.
The event is pitched at people who can actually build product: developers, designers and product builders. Teams can be put together with members drawn from different parts of Nigeria, which makes it a practical place to find collaborators as well as to compete.
The reward is cash, not investment. A total prize pool of $6,500 — around ₹5,98,000, or up to ₹6.0L — is shared out among the winning teams, and because this is a competition prize rather than funding, nobody hands over equity or ownership in return.
Highlights
- Fully virtual fintech hackathon run by Nomba alongside DevCareer.
- Runs from June 12 to June 21, 2026, with registration closing on June 21, 2026.
- Cash prize pool of $6,500 — about ₹5,98,000 — shared among the winning teams.
- Open to developers, designers and product builders based in Nigeria.
- No equity is taken, because the reward is a competition prize rather than an investment.
Who can apply
Who can take part
- The hackathon is open to participants based in Nigeria who work as developers, designers or product builders.
- Teams may be formed with members drawn from across the country, so you do not need everyone in one city.
- Team size is not specified in the programme details.
What is not required
- No DPIIT recognition or MSME registration is listed as a condition of entry.
- No restriction by company type, sector experience or startup stage appears in the programme details — the emphasis is on individual skill and the ability to build during the window.
What you do need
- Availability from June 12 to June 21, 2026, since the event is fully online and finishes with a project submission.
- A completed registration before the June 21, 2026 cut-off.
Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool 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 Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool closed on 21 Jun 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Total cash prize pool of $6,500, which is roughly ₹5,98,000 (up to ₹6.0L).
- The money is distributed among the winning teams rather than handed to a single entrant.
- This is a competition prize, not an investment, so no equity or ownership stake is taken from participants.
- Because the entire hackathon happens online, there are no travel, accommodation or venue costs to absorb.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
The route from sign-up to prize is short, and everything happens online.
- Registration — entrants sign up through the official event page before the cut-off on June 21, 2026.
- Build window — between June 12 and June 21, 2026, participants work on the fintech challenges set for the event and develop their projects.
- Submission and judging — completed projects are handed in at the close of the window and put forward for judging.
- Prizes — the winning teams share the $6,500 pool.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool, 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
Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹6.0L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is the Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026?
It is a fintech hackathon that takes place entirely online. Nomba runs it together with DevCareer, and the format is simple: participants spend the event window working on fintech challenges, build a project, and submit it to be judged. Teams can pull members from anywhere in Nigeria.
How much money is on the line?
The total cash prize pool is $6,500, which works out to roughly ₹5,98,000 — that is about ₹6.0L. The pool is divided among the teams that win, rather than going to one single participant.
When does the hackathon run, and when is the deadline?
The event runs from June 12 to June 21, 2026. Registration closes on June 21, 2026, which is also the final day of the build window, so sign up well before that date.
Who is eligible to participate?
The hackathon is open to participants based in Nigeria who work as developers, designers or product builders. Beyond that, the programme details do not impose additional filters such as a required company type, funding stage or sector background.
Is the hackathon online or in person?
It is fully virtual. Everything from registration to project submission happens online, so you can take part from wherever you are in Nigeria without travelling to a venue.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration to enter?
No. Neither DPIIT recognition nor MSME registration is listed as a requirement for this hackathon. The stated eligibility is simply being a developer, designer or product builder based in Nigeria.
Can I take part as part of a team?
Yes. Teams can be formed with members from different parts of Nigeria, so you are not limited to people in your own city. A specific team size is not stated in the programme details.
Does the hackathon take equity in my project or company?
No. The reward is a cash competition prize totalling $6,500, not an investment, so no equity or ownership stake is taken from participants or their projects.
What kind of project should I build?
The focus is fintech. Participants work on the fintech challenges set for the event and submit the resulting project for judging, so your build should sit squarely within that theme.
How do I apply?
Applications go through the official event page at https://internshala.com/competitions/nomba-x-devcareer-hackathon-2026/. Make sure your registration is complete before the June 21, 2026 deadline.
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