webcmd ⚡Agentic Payments Hackathon — Wins ₹10K, Bengaluru
One-day Bengaluru hackathon to build AI agents that complete real payment flows. Win ₹10,000. No prior automation experience needed.
- Funding amount
- ₹10,000 (competition)
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closes today
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
webcmd Hackathon ⚡Agentic Payments Edition is a one-day, in-person event organized by webcmd (by Skill Engineers) in HSR Layout, Bengaluru. The challenge: build AI agents that autonomously carry out real payment flows — from shopping carts to movie bookings, travel reservations, bill payments, and more. This third edition of the webcmd hackathon series takes on the hardest final mile: agents that actually pay.
The event is open to all builders — developers, fintech enthusiasts, e-commerce operators, and anyone curious about browser-based AI agents. No prior browser-automation experience is required. The day begins with a 30-minute Browser Agents 101 primer and a webcmd walkthrough, so everyone can get up to speed quickly.
Highlights
- One-day hackathon in Bengaluru (HSR Layout) focused on AI agents that complete real payment flows.
- Open to individuals or teams of up to 4 members – no browser automation experience required.
- Run by webcmd (by Skill Engineers), a self-learning browser infrastructure for AI agents.
- Cash prize: ₹10,000.
- Free 30-minute Browser Agents 101 primer and webcmd walkthrough to start the day.
Who can apply
Open to individuals or teams of up to 4 members – developers, fintech enthusiasts, e-commerce operators, and anyone interested in browser-based AI agents. No prior browser-automation experience is needed. Participants can solo and form teams on the spot.
webcmd ⚡Agentic Payments Hackathon — Wins ₹10K, Bengaluru 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
Applications for webcmd ⚡Agentic Payments Hackathon — Wins ₹10K, Bengaluru are open and the current deadline is Closes today. Applications are closing soon, so prepare your documents early. Deadlines can change — always reconfirm on the official source before submitting.
What the funding covers
A ₹10,000 cash prize is awarded to the best build. No other prizes are mentioned.
The event includes a 30-minute primer on browser agents and a webcmd walkthrough, plus on-site support from the webcmd team during the build. Hard rules: demos must be live or recorded from real runs, and builds must use sandbox/test payment modes respecting platform terms.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Teams build their agents during the hackathon. Judging happens at the end of the day based on live demos or screen recordings of real runs, using a 100-point rubric:
- Live reliability: 30 points
- Usefulness: 25 points
- Technical depth: 20 points
- Creativity: 15 points
- Demo/storytelling: 10 points
Demos must be live or recorded from real runs, and builds must use sandbox/test payment modes respecting platform terms.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to webcmd ⚡Agentic Payments Hackathon — Wins ₹10K, Bengaluru, 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
webcmd ⚡Agentic Payments Hackathon — Wins ₹10K, Bengaluru is best suited for startups in India seeking non-dilutive funding of ₹10,000. If that describes your startup, review the eligibility criteria above before applying.
Frequently asked questions
How much funding is offered?
The top prize is ₹10,000 in cash for the best build. No other prizes are specified.
What is the deadline to apply?
The hackathon takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM IST. Registration is via the Luma event page close to that date.
Who is eligible to participate?
All builders are welcome – developers, fintech enthusiasts, e-commerce operators, students, or anyone curious about AI agents. You can come solo or in a team of up to 4 members. No previous browser-automation experience is needed.
Do I need DPIIT or MSME registration?
No. This is an open hackathon – no registration as a company is required. You can participate as an individual or with an informal team.
Will the hackathon take equity?
No, the event does not take equity. The prize is a cash award, not funding for a stake in your project.
What should I bring to the event?
Bring a laptop, any API keys you have, and a payment or booking flow that you'd like to automate. Spots are limited, so register early on the Luma page.
What kinds of projects can I build?
You can choose from five tracks: e-commerce (cart building, price comparison, checkout), movie bookings, tickets and travel, bills and subscriptions, or wildcard — any flow where an agent completing a payment makes a real difference.
How will my project be judged?
Projects are judged at the end of the day using a 100-point total: live reliability (30 points), usefulness (25), technical depth (20), creativity (15), and demo/storytelling (10). Demos must be real runs.
How do I apply?
You register through the official Luma event page, which is linked from the listing.
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