Opportunity brief
About Build With Bharat 3.0:
Build With Bharat 3.0 is India's premier national-level hackathon, organized by CodeVerse in collaboration with Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh. The hackathon brings together talented developers, designers, innovators, and problem-solvers from across the country to build impactful technology solutions for real-world challenges.
Taking place on 21–22 September 2026, this 24-hour offline hackathon offers participants an opportunity to innovate, collaborate, learn from industry experts, showcase their skills, and compete for an exciting ₹40,000 Prize Pool.
Event Details:
- Event Name: Build With Bharat 3.0
- Venue: Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh
- Date: 21–22 September 2026
- Duration: 24 Hours
- Mode: Offline
- Participation Level: National
- Team Size: 1–5 Members
- Prize Pool: ₹40,000
- Certificates: Participation Certificates for all eligible participants
Eligibility:
- Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students across India.
- Students from all branches and specializations are eligible.
- Teams can have 2–5 members.
- Individual participation is also allowed.
- Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are welcome.
Hackathon Journey:
Phase 1 – Registration
- Register through the official registration portal before the deadline.
Phase 2 – Team Formation
- Form a team of 2–5 members or participate individually.
Phase 3 – Idea Submission
- Submit your project idea in the prescribed PPT format.
- The official template and submission guidelines will be shared by the organizing team.
Phase 4 – Shortlisting
- Project ideas will be evaluated based on innovation, feasibility, technical approach, and overall impact.
- Shortlisted teams will be invited to the offline finale.
Phase 5 – Grand Finale at Chitkara University
- Selected teams will compete in the 24-hour offline hackathon at Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh, where they will build and present their solutions with guidance from mentors and industry experts.
Phase 6 – Final Evaluation & Winner Announcement
- Projects will be evaluated by an expert jury based on predefined judging criteria.
- Winners will be announced during the closing ceremony and awarded from the ₹40,000 Prize Pool.
Judging Criteria:
Projects will be evaluated on:
- Innovation & Creativity
- Problem-Solving Approach
- Technical Implementation
- UI/UX & Design
- Scalability & Impact
- Presentation & Demonstration
Hackathon Themes:
Participants can build innovative solutions in domains including:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Web & Mobile Development
- Blockchain & Web3
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing
- Internet of Things (IoT)
- Open Innovation
- Sustainability & Social Impact
Rules & Guidelines:
- Team size: 2–5 members.
- Individual participation is allowed.
- Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are permitted.
- Participants must bring their own laptops and required accessories.
- Any form of plagiarism or unfair practices will result in immediate disqualification.
- The organizing team reserves the right to modify the rules if necessary.
- The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
Rewards & Benefits:
- ₹40,000 Prize Pool
- Participation & Winner Certificates
- Exclusive Goodies & Swags
- Networking with Industry Experts
- Mentorship Throughout the Event
Communication:
For announcements, schedules, PPT templates, shortlisted teams, venue details, problem statements, and all important event updates, participants are requested to join the official communication group.
Official Communication Group:
WhatsApp Community:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cqv0XTrnUF89QZDemJLXJ7?s=sh&p=i&ilr=0&amv=2
Build. Innovate. Lead.
Join Build With Bharat 3.0 at Chitkara University, Himachal Pradesh, and experience one of India's premier student hackathons. Collaborate with talented innovators from across the nation, transform your ideas into impactful technology solutions, connect with industry leaders, and compete for a ₹40,000 Prize Pool while shaping the future through innovation.