Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding Hackathon
A national-level online hackathon for students and professionals to build innovative solutions with mentorship from Google experts and a ₹3 Lakh prize pool.
- Funding amount
- ₹3L (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (21 Jun 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Vibe2Ship is a national-level online hackathon hosted by Coding Ninjas 10X Club. This is India's biggest vibe-coding hackathon, designed for students and working professionals to build innovative solutions and solve real-world challenges in the age of AI.
Participants will receive mentorship from Google experts and compete for a total cash prize pool of ₹3,00,000. Registration runs from 9th June to 21st June 2026. From 22nd June, participants will choose one of two problem statements created by Google for Developers and build a working solution. The top 10 finalists will present their solutions live to an expert jury. All participants receive a certificate of participation.
Highlights
- ₹3 Lakh prize pool
- Open to Indian students & professionals
- Solo participation only
- Mentorship from Google experts
- Two problem statements from Google for Developers
- Top 10 finalists present live to an expert jury
Who can apply
Open to all students and working professionals across India. Only solo participants (team size of 1) are allowed. No entity type, industry, or state restrictions apply.
Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding Hackathon 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 Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding Hackathon closed on 21 Jun 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
- Total cash prize pool of ₹3,00,000 distributed among the top 5 positions.
- Winner: ₹1,00,000
- 2nd Place: ₹75,000
- 3rd Place: ₹50,000
- 4th Place: ₹40,000
- 5th Place: ₹35,000
- Mentorship from Google experts during the hackathon.
- All participants receive participation certificates.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
- Registration (9th Jun – 21st Jun 2026): Participants register individually via the official Unstop link.
- Build Phase (starting 22nd Jun 2026): Participants select one of the two Google-provided problem statements and develop a working solution.
- Finalist Selection: Top 10 participants are shortlisted based on their submitted solutions.
- Finale: The 10 finalists present their solutions live to an expert jury, which selects the winners.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding 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.
Who this is best for
Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding Hackathon is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹3L. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
What is Vibe2Ship?
Vibe2Ship is a national-level online vibe-coding hackathon organised by Coding Ninjas 10X Club in partnership with Google. It invites students and working professionals to build innovative solutions for a total cash prize pool of ₹3,00,000.
How much funding or prize money is offered?
The total cash prize pool is ₹3,00,000. The winner receives ₹1,00,000; 2nd place gets ₹75,000; 3rd place gets ₹50,000; 4th place gets ₹40,000; and 5th place gets ₹35,000.
What is the application deadline?
The registration deadline is 21st June 2026.
Who can apply?
Any student or working professional in India can apply. Participation is restricted to solo entries only (team size of 1).
Are there any restrictions on industry, state, or entity type?
No, the hackathon is open to all individuals from any state, any industry, and any background. No specific entity type registration (e.g. company, startup) is required.
Is DPIIT or MSME registration required?
No, DPIIT and MSME registration are not required for participation.
Does the program take equity or require giving up ownership?
No. This is a competition with cash prizes and mentorship. No equity is taken from participants.
What documents are needed to apply?
The source does not list specific documents. You only need to register via the official Unstop link; a basic profile and possibly a student/professional affiliation may be requested during registration.
How will the winners be selected?
Participants choose one of two Google-provided problem statements and build a solution. The top 10 finalists are selected to present their solutions live to an expert jury, which decides the winners and the prize distribution.
What support will participants receive?
All participants receive mentorship from Google experts during the hackathon. Additionally, all participants get a certificate of participation.
How do I apply for Vibe2Ship - India's Biggest Vibe-Coding Hackathon?
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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