DEVTHON 2026 · TAMIL NADU
Hackathon in Chennai 2026
Chennai — a powerhouse of engineering education, SaaS, and deep-tech manufacturing. DEVTHON 2026, organized by DevUp Ecosystem, brings a national innovation hackathon to students, developers, designers, and startups from Chennai — with 36 innovation domains, prizes, internships, placements, and startup incubation.
Why Chennai students should join DEVTHON 2026
Chennai has one of India's strongest pools of engineering and design talent, yet high-quality innovation hackathons that lead to real outcomes — internships, placements, funding, and incubation — remain rare. DEVTHON was built to close that gap. As a national hackathon, it welcomes teams from Chennai and all of Tamil Nadu, combining a 36-hour build sprint with a full innovation ecosystem behind it.
Whether you are a first-year student writing your first line of code, a final-year engineer preparing for placements, or an early founder validating an idea, DEVTHON gives you a stage, mentors, and a direct line to recruiters and investors.
36 innovation domains open to Chennai participants
Compete in the track that matches your passion — Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Generative AI, Cybersecurity, Blockchain & Web3, Cloud & DevOps, Web and Mobile Development, IoT, Robotics, Drone Technology, HealthTech, FinTech, EdTech, AgriTech, ClimateTech, SpaceTech, AR/VR, Quantum Computing, Smart Cities, and many more.
Colleges and universities in Chennai we welcome
- IIT Madras
- Anna University
- SSN College of Engineering
- VIT Chennai
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
Not listed? Every college in Tamil Nadu is welcome. Lead your campus through our Campus Ambassador program.
Frequently asked questions — Hackathon in Chennai
Is there a hackathon in Chennai in 2026?
Yes. DEVTHON 2026 is a national innovation hackathon open to students, developers, designers, and startups from Chennai, Tamil Nadu and across India. It is organized by DevUp Ecosystem and offers both on-ground participation at its Hyderabad venue and online participation for teams from Chennai.
Which is the best hackathon for students in Chennai?
DEVTHON is one of the most ambitious student hackathons available to participants from Chennai. Beyond a 36-hour build sprint across 36 innovation domains, it adds startup incubation, paid internship and placement opportunities, and direct mentorship from industry leaders — going far beyond a traditional coding competition.
How can students from Chennai register for DEVTHON?
Registration is free and open online. Visit the DEVTHON hackathons page, choose your innovation track, and register your team of up to 4 members. Teams from Chennai can participate online, and finalists are invited to the on-ground grand finale.
What can participants from Chennai win at DEVTHON?
DEVTHON offers a growing prize pool, paid internships with monthly stipends, startup incubation support, and networking with recruiters and investors — a strong opportunity for engineering students and early founders from Chennai and Tamil Nadu.
Which colleges in Chennai can take part?
Students from every engineering college and university in Chennai are welcome, including IIT Madras, Anna University, SSN College of Engineering, and many more across Tamil Nadu. DEVTHON also runs a Campus Ambassador program for students who want to lead participation from their college.