DEVTHON 2026 · UTTAR PRADESH
Hackathon in Lucknow 2026
Lucknow — the rising IT and innovation center of Uttar Pradesh. DEVTHON 2026, organized by DevUp Ecosystem, brings a national innovation hackathon to students, developers, designers, and startups from Lucknow — with 36 innovation domains, prizes, internships, placements, and startup incubation.
Why Lucknow students should join DEVTHON 2026
Lucknow 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 Lucknow and all of Uttar Pradesh, 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow we welcome
- IIT Kanpur (nearby)
- AKTU
- IIIT Lucknow
- BBD University
Not listed? Every college in Uttar Pradesh is welcome. Lead your campus through our Campus Ambassador program.
Frequently asked questions — Hackathon in Lucknow
Is there a hackathon in Lucknow in 2026?
Yes. DEVTHON 2026 is a national innovation hackathon open to students, developers, designers, and startups from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 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 Lucknow.
Which is the best hackathon for students in Lucknow?
DEVTHON is one of the most ambitious student hackathons available to participants from Lucknow. 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow can participate online, and finalists are invited to the on-ground grand finale.
What can participants from Lucknow 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 Lucknow and Uttar Pradesh.
Which colleges in Lucknow can take part?
Students from every engineering college and university in Lucknow are welcome, including IIT Kanpur (nearby), AKTU, IIIT Lucknow, and many more across Uttar Pradesh. DEVTHON also runs a Campus Ambassador program for students who want to lead participation from their college.