SunnyHacks June 2026 — Free Online AI/ML Hackathon on Devpost — Frequently Asked Questions

It is a fully online hackathon hosted on the Devpost platform, running from June 1 to July 1, 2026. It is designed to be beginner-friendly and inclusive, with Machine Learning and AI as the headline theme and freedom to build in any other domain. There is no cash prize — the focus is on learning, collaboration and building something for your portfolio.

None. The prize pool is listed at $0, so this is a non-monetary competition with no cash payouts. Winners receive CodeCrafters VIP memberships instead, plus the chance to earn Devpost Achievements for eligible submissions.

1st Place gets a 2-year CodeCrafters VIP membership valued at $720, 2nd Place gets a 1-year membership valued at $360, and 3rd Place gets a 6-month membership valued at $240. Separately, one 'Most Popular' winner receives a prize that is described as to be determined.

Everyone. The hackathon is open to individuals and teams globally, with no geographic restrictions whatsoever. Students, working developers, designers and general enthusiasts are all welcome, and beginners are especially encouraged to join. Your skill level or location does not disqualify you.

No. SunnyHacks June 2026 is explicitly beginner-friendly and built for people at all skill levels. If you are entering your first hackathon, this is designed with you in mind — the emphasis is on learning and collaboration rather than competing against seasoned teams.

The submission window runs from June 1, 2026 to July 1, 2026. You can work at your own pace across that month and submit your project any time before the closing date of July 1, 2026.

Machine Learning and AI are highlighted as the key track, but you are free to build a project in any domain you like. There is no restriction on the theme beyond the general expectation that you produce a project and submit it through Devpost.

Either works. Team size is not specified, so solo participants and teams of any size are both welcome. You can hack alone or put together a group — there is no stated minimum or maximum.

No. SunnyHacks June 2026 is a competition, not an investment, and it is a non-monetary one at that — the prize pool is $0 and the awards are CodeCrafters VIP memberships. Nothing in the program involves taking a stake in your work.

Registration is free. You register and submit your project through the official Devpost page at https://sunnyhacks-june-2026.devpost.com/. Everything — sign-up, project submission and judging — is handled on that platform.

No. DPIIT (Startup India) recognition is not listed as a mandatory requirement for SunnyHacks June 2026 — Free Online AI/ML Hackathon on Devpost, though having it can strengthen your application and unlock other benefits.