The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages
An open-ended online hackathon on Devpost, held 17–31 July 2026, with a ₹2.85 lakh prize pool and no age, skill or location bar.
- Funding amount
- ₹2.9L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (31 Jul 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
The Blueprint Hackathon is a fully online, build-anything competition that runs from 17 July to 31 July 2026 on Devpost. Entrants get a two-week window to plan, build and submit a project, working at whatever pace suits them.
There are no tracks, no prescribed theme and no required technology stack. Participants decide their own topic and their own tools, which is why the organisers pitch it as a genuine entry point for people who have never entered a hackathon before, as well as a showcase for more experienced builders.
Entry is open to every age group and every level of experience, with no restriction on where a participant is based. India is explicitly named among the places entrants can join from, alongside the rest of the world.
Prize money is the draw here: the total pool stands at ₹2,85,200, a little under ₹2.9 lakh. This is a competition rather than a funding scheme, so nothing is invested and nothing has to be repaid. The official Devpost listing carries the submission rules and the judging criteria.
Highlights
- Fully online hackathon hosted on Devpost, running 17–31 July 2026
- Total prize pool of ₹2,85,200, or about ₹2.9 lakh
- Open to every age group and every level of experience, including complete beginners
- Global entry with no geographic restriction — Indian participants welcome
- No fixed theme, track or technology stack: build whatever you choose
- Submission deadline is 31 July 2026
Who can apply
The stated eligibility is deliberately broad: every age group, every level of experience, and no restriction on where you are based. Students, working professionals, hobbyists and teams are all listed among the people the hackathon is meant for, and it is explicitly described as beginner-friendly, so a first-time participant is as welcome as a seasoned one.
India is named among the countries participants can join from, and there are no geographic limits on entry, so Indian entrants take part on exactly the same terms as everyone else.
Because this is an online hackathon run by its organisers on Devpost, not a government or incubator scheme, the eligibility rules do not call for DPIIT recognition, MSME/Udyam registration or a registered company. There are no sectoral restrictions either — you are free to choose your own theme and topic.
The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages 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 The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages closed on 31 Jul 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
This is a competition, so the reward is prize money rather than grant funding or investment.
- Total prize pool: ₹2,85,200 — roughly ₹2.9 lakh, the headline figure listed for the programme.
- The pool is paid out as cash prizes to winners; the organisers have not published how it is split between first, second and other winning places.
Nothing is repayable and no stake in your project changes hands — prizes of this kind are non-dilutive, and no equity is taken by the organisers.
Beyond the money, what participants get is the two-week build window itself: a self-paced, fully virtual stretch in which to take an idea through to a finished submission and have it assessed. The submission guidelines and the criteria judges apply are published on the official Devpost listing.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages, 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
The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹2.9L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is The Blueprint Hackathon and when does it take place?
It is an open-ended online hackathon hosted on Devpost, and it runs for two weeks from 17 July 2026 to 31 July 2026. There are no fixed themes or tracks, so each participant picks a project of their own and submits it before the closing deadline. The whole thing is virtual, so you can work at your own pace across the two-week window.
How much prize money is on offer?
The total prize pool is ₹2,85,200, which comes to roughly ₹2.9 lakh. That is the headline amount listed for the programme. The organisers have not published how the pool is divided between winning places, so the exact split by rank is not available.
Who can enter The Blueprint Hackathon?
Almost anyone. Entry is open to every age group and every level of experience, and the hackathon is described as beginner-friendly, so first-time hackers are welcome alongside experienced builders. Students, working professionals, hobbyists and teams are all named as the kind of participants it is aimed at. There is no restriction on where you are based.
Can participants from India take part?
Yes. India is explicitly included among the places participants can join from, and there is no geographic restriction on entry, so Indian students, professionals and hobbyists can register and submit on the same terms as entrants from anywhere else in the world.
Do I need DPIIT or MSME registration, or a registered company, to enter?
No. This is an online hackathon run by its organisers on Devpost rather than a government scheme or an incubator programme, and nothing in the stated eligibility asks for DPIIT recognition, MSME/Udyam registration or an incorporated entity. The entry criteria are simply the ones described — open to all ages and all skill levels, worldwide.
Does the hackathon take equity or a stake in my project?
No. What is on offer here is prize money from a fixed pool, not investment, so there is no dilution, nothing to repay and no stake taken in whatever you build. Your project stays entirely yours.
Is there a set theme or track I have to follow?
No. The hackathon is deliberately open-ended: there are no set themes, no mandatory technologies and no separate tracks to choose between. You decide the topic and the tools, which is part of the reason the format suits first-time participants.
Can I participate as part of a team?
Yes. Teams are specifically mentioned among the groups the hackathon is aimed at, alongside students, professionals and hobbyists, so both solo builders and groups are catered for.
How and where do I apply, and what is the deadline?
Registration and project submission both happen through the official Devpost page at the-blueprint-hackathon.devpost.com. The deadline is 31 July 2026, which is also the closing date of the two-week build window, so aim to have your project uploaded before then.
Is the hackathon online, and how will entries be judged?
It is fully online — everything happens virtually and participants work at their own pace over the two weeks, submitting through Devpost by the 31 July 2026 deadline. The judging criteria and the submission guidelines are published on the official Devpost page for the hackathon, and that listing is the authoritative place to check the rules and how entries will be assessed.
Who is eligible to apply for The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages?
The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
How do I apply for The Blueprint Hackathon 2026 — ₹2.9L Prize Pool, Open to All Ages?
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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