The Anvil Hackathon

The Anvil Hackathon is a high-energy, 24-hour on-campus event hosted by Scaler School of Technology in Bengaluru. It brings together around 600 participants from across India to create innovative, real-world technology solutions. Teams collaborate to design and build functional prototypes, guided by mentorship in system design, debugging, and product development, culminating in live demos and evaluations.

This hackathon is open to everyone across India, including undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as working professionals. No strict prerequisites or mandatory experience are needed—participants from any technical or non-technical background are welcome. Selection is based on the applicant's overall profile, including prior work, projects, and technical exposure.

The competition starts with Round 1: Application & Shortlisting. Individuals register on Unstop and form teams of 2–4 members, submitting details like GitHub/LinkedIn profiles and technical background. Teams are evaluated on project experience, technical skills, and profile. Shortlisted teams advance to Round 2: the 24-Hour Hackathon Finale, held in person on campus. Problem statements are released beforehand. Teams build a functional prototype with continuous mentorship, and final deliverables include a working prototype, GitHub repository submission, and an optional demo. Solutions are judged on innovation, technical complexity, feasibility, impact, and presentation.

The total prize pool is ₹50,000, with cash rewards and certificates for top teams. Specific prizes: Winner: ₹20,000 + Certificate, Runner-Up: ₹12,000 + Certificate, Second Runner-Up: ₹8,000 + Certificate, Most Innovative Idea: ₹3,000 + Certificate, Best UI/UX: ₹2,500 + Certificate, Best Social Impact: ₹2,500 + Certificate, Best Use of Sponsor Technology: ₹2,000 + Certificate.

To apply, register on the Unstop event page by April 27, 2026. Log in or sign up on Unstop, create or join a team, and submit your application including GitHub, LinkedIn, and other relevant details. Shortlisting results, waitlist updates, RSVP confirmations, and final selections are communicated via the WhatsApp Community. Participants must bring their own laptops and tools; food is provided on campus, but accommodation is not included.

• 24-hour on-campus hackathon in Bengaluru by Scaler School of Technology.
• Open to all Indian students and working professionals, no experience required.
• Prize pool of ₹50,000 with top prize of ₹20,000 and special awards.
• Teams of 2–4 members; solo participation not allowed.
• Continuous mentorship in system design, debugging, and product development.
• Apply via Unstop by April 27, 2026.

Open to all Indian citizens and residents, including undergraduate and postgraduate students and working professionals. Teams must have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members. Solo participation is not allowed. No specific educational background or experience is required; applicants from any technical or non-technical field are welcome. Selection is based on overall profile including prior work, projects, and technical exposure.

The Anvil Hackathon is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.

The most recent application window for The Anvil Hackathon closed on 27 Apr 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.

• Prize pool of ₹50,000 with cash prizes:
  • Winner: ₹20,000 + Certificate
  • Runner-Up: ₹12,000 + Certificate
  • Second Runner-Up: ₹8,000 + Certificate
  • Most Innovative Idea: ₹3,000 + Certificate (Special Award)
  • Best UI/UX: ₹2,500 + Certificate (Special Award)
  • Best Social Impact: ₹2,500 + Certificate (Special Award)
  • Best Use of Sponsor Technology: ₹2,000 + Certificate (Special Award)
• Certificates for all top-performing teams and special award winners.
• Continuous mentorship in system design, debugging, and product development during the hackathon finale.

The Anvil Hackathon is offered by Scaler School of Technology, an academic institution. It is delivered directly by Scaler School of Technology as a competition. You can verify current details and timelines on the provider's official website before applying.

The selection process consists of two rounds:

Round 1: Application & Shortlisting

• Participants register individually on Unstop and form teams of 2–4 members.
• Applications require details like GitHub/LinkedIn profiles and technical background.
• Teams are evaluated based on prior project experience, technical skills, and overall profile.
• Shortlisted teams are announced and advance to Round 2.

Round 2: 24-Hour Hackathon Finale

• Held in person on the Scaler School of Technology campus in Bengaluru.
• Problem statements/themes are released prior to the event.
• Teams design, build, and iterate on a functional prototype with continuous mentorship.
• Final deliverables include a working prototype, a GitHub repository submission, and an optional demo/presentation.
• Teams present their solutions to judges during final evaluation, which considers innovation, technical complexity, feasibility, impact, and presentation quality.
• Winners are selected based on these criteria and announced at the end of the event.

Before you apply to The Anvil Hackathon, 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.

The Anvil Hackathon is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹50,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.