Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about Nomba x DevCareer Hackathon 2026 — $6,500 Fintech Prize Pool — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
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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