The Great India Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool in Hyderabad — Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions founders most often ask about The Great India Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool in Hyderabad — who qualifies, the funding amount, required documents and how the application works.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is The Great India Hackathon?
It is a competitive, single-day hackathon organised by EdVenture Park. Participants build solutions under time pressure and then face a judging round, competing for a prize pool and the Grandmaster title. The event is held in Hyderabad, Telangana.
How much prize money is on offer?
The total prize pool is ₹2,00,000+ in cash and prizes. The top winner also receives the Grandmaster title, and participants who impress get access to opportunities at Google for Startups and T-Hub.
When and where does the hackathon take place?
On 9 August 2026, in Hyderabad, Telangana. It is a single-day event, so both the building and the judging happen within that same day.
Who is eligible to participate?
The hackathon is open to all Indian participants. The organisers expect Indian students, developers and early-stage startup teams to take part. No team size limit, age restriction or industry restriction has been published.
Is it only for students?
No. Students are a clear part of the target audience, but the event is equally open to developers and early-stage startup teams, and more broadly to all Indian participants.
Can I enter alone, or do I need a team?
No specific team size has been specified in the eligibility rules. As published, the programme neither requires you to join a team nor rules out individual entries.
Is there a registration fee?
No. Registration for The Great India Hackathon is free.
How and where do I apply?
Sign-ups are handled through the event's Eventbrite listing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-great-india-hackathon-tickets-1992787885209. Registration is free.
What is the application deadline?
9 August 2026 — the same date on which the hackathon is held in Hyderabad. Because the event itself runs on that day, you should register well before it.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration?
Neither is listed as a requirement. The hackathon is open to all Indian participants, and no DPIIT or MSME registration is mentioned anywhere in the stated criteria.
Does the programme take equity in my startup or idea?
No. This is a competition that awards cash prizes and recognition; it is not an investment or a grant scheme, and no equity or ownership stake in participants' work is described.
How do I apply for The Great India Hackathon 2026 — ₹2L Prize Pool in Hyderabad?
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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