National Level Virtual Hackathon 2026

Build bold solutions for India's next real-world challenges.

EFOS SkillUp India Hackathon brings together ambitious student innovators, builders, and problem-solvers for a high-energy online experience focused on technology, impact, and execution.

2-3 May 2026
100% Virtual
10:30 AM Onwards
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5 Lakhs Worth Prize pool
₹399 Per team registration
Official poster for EFOS SkillUp India Hackathon 2026
Industry experts as mentors
Internships, certificates, startup support

About the Hackathon

Diverse ideas. Fast execution. National-level exposure.

EFOS SkillUp India Hackathon is designed for young innovators who want to collaborate, build, and present practical solutions using cutting-edge technology. It is a space for teamwork, experimentation, and meaningful impact.

Why this hackathon stands out

The experience is built around real problem statements, mentorship from experienced professionals, and outcomes that help participants beyond the event itself.

  • National level virtual format with broad accessibility
  • Real-world problem solving across high-growth domains
  • Opportunity to turn ideas into portfolio-ready work

Hackathon Domains

Four challenge tracks for builders who want to create impact.

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AI Automation & Innovation

Futuristic workflows, smart systems, robotics concepts, and intelligent automation for meaningful outcomes.

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Data Science

Analytics, dashboards, predictive thinking, and data storytelling that turn complexity into insight.

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Cyber Security

Secure-by-design products, digital trust, protection systems, and resilient thinking in a connected world.

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Open Innovation

Fresh ideas, cross-domain creativity, and problem solving that goes beyond traditional technical boundaries.

Prize Pool

Compete for a total prize pool.

The rewards go beyond the finale with winner cash prizes, top performance rewards, internship opportunities, certificates, badges, and national-level recognition.

₹5,00,000+ Worth

Cash rewards, internships, discounts, certificates, and recognition for top-performing teams.

1st Prize

₹21,000

Grand winner cash prize for the strongest overall hackathon performance.

2nd Prize

₹11,000

Runner-up prize for exceptional execution, innovation, and presentation quality.

3rd Prize

₹5,000

Recognition prize for a high-potential solution with strong hackathon performance.

Top Performers

₹1,100

Cash reward per team for the top 20 winning teams after the winning final round.

Top 10 Teams

Free 6-Week Virtual Summer Internship

Top performing 10 teams get a free virtual summer internship program worth ₹1.5 lakhs.

Top 100 Teams

Up to 50% Internship Discount

Eligible teams get up to 50% discount on the 6-week virtual internship program with a total benefit pool worth ₹3 lakhs.

All Participants

Certificates & Recognition

Participation certificates for all, hackathon excellence badge for the top 50 teams, and national-level recognition with profile boost.

What You Get

A competition experience designed to create career momentum.

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Certificates

Achievement and participation certificates that add credibility to your academic and professional profile.

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Internships

Opportunities to convert standout performance into practical industry experience and stronger resumes.

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Mentorship

Guidance from experienced professionals who can sharpen your thinking, product direction, and presentation.

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Startup Support

Encouragement and ecosystem support for teams whose ideas have the potential to grow beyond the event.

Hackathon Journey

A clear progression from registration to results.

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Register

Secure your team slot and get ready for the challenge.

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Choose Problem Statement

Choose a sharp concept with clarity, relevance, and originality.

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24 Hackathon & Mentorship

Promising teams move ahead based on problem fit and execution potential and guidance and expert feedback.

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Submit

Submit the Problem Statement.

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Evaluation

Build, collaborate, and present under the energy of the final event.

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Results & Prize Distribution

Top teams receive recognition, rewards, and growth opportunities.

Judges & Mentors

Guided by professionals who understand innovation, technology, and scale.

Sachin Jain

Founder – EFOS.in

M.Tech IIT Roorkee | 20+ Years of Experience | Career Development & Skill Ecosystem Leader

Akansha Jain

Founder – EFOS.in

Ph.D., M.Com Gold Medalist, PGDBA (Fin) | 19+ Years of Experience | TEDx Speaker & Education Innovation Leader

Amit Goyal

Senior Architect – IBM Expert Labs

IIT Roorkee Alumnus | 20+ Years in Enterprise IT & IBM Technologies

Ashish Mishra

AVP – Barclays Investment Bank

18+ Years of Industry Experience | Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Leader

Parul Mishra

AVP – Barclays

18+ Years of Experience | Data Analytics & Strategic Insights Leader

Mukesh Rai

Cyber Security & Cloud Computing Specialist

18+ Years in Cyber Security & Cloud Computing | Expert Trainer & Security Specialist

Madhur Jain

AI, Automation & Cloud Specialist

18+ Years in AI, Automation & Cloud | Driving Enterprise Innovation at HCL Tech

Akash Pundir

Associate Consultant – GlobalLogic (Google)

8+ Years of Experience | Java, Microservices & Backend

Why Participate

Because the best hackathons do more than award winners.

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Real Problems

Work on challenges with purpose and relevance instead of abstract demo ideas.

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Build Portfolio

Create projects and presentations that strengthen your academic and professional identity.

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Network

Meet mentors, peers, and collaborators who can expand your learning and opportunities.

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Win Rewards

Compete for prizes and recognition while gaining exposure that can outlast the event itself.

Register Now

Bring your team, your idea, and your ambition.

Registration fee is ₹399 per team. Limited slots make early registration the best move if you want to secure your place in the hackathon.

Registration Fee

₹399

Per team

Certificates Internship Mentorship Startup support
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