DEVTHON 2026 · INDIA
Hackathons in India 2026
India — the world's largest pool of student developers and engineers, and one of the most vibrant startup ecosystems on the planet. DEVTHON 2026, organized by DevUp Ecosystem, brings a national innovation hackathon to students, developers, designers, and startups from India — with 36 innovation domains, prizes, internships, placements, and startup incubation.
Why India students should join DEVTHON 2026
India 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 India and all of India, 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 India 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 India we welcome
- IITs
- NITs
- IIITs
- BITS Pilani
- VIT
- State engineering universities across all 28 states
Not listed? Every college in India is welcome. Lead your campus through our Campus Ambassador program.
Frequently asked questions — Hackathon in India
Is there a hackathon in India in 2026?
Yes. DEVTHON 2026 is a national innovation hackathon open to students, developers, designers, and startups from India 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 India.
Which is the best hackathon for students in India?
DEVTHON is one of the most ambitious student hackathons available to participants from India. 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 India 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 India can participate online, and finalists are invited to the on-ground grand finale.
What can participants from India 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 India and India.
Which colleges in India can take part?
Students from every engineering college and university in India are welcome, including IITs, NITs, IIITs, and many more across India. DEVTHON also runs a Campus Ambassador program for students who want to lead participation from their college.