Code-X-Novas Innovathon 2026 – National Software, AI Hackathon

Code-X-Novas Innovathon 2026

National Software & AI Innovation Hackathon

Organized by Code-X-Novas

Team Size: 1–3 Members

Mode: Online

About Code-X-Novas

Code-X-Novas is a product and service-based technology organisation focused on building practical digital solutions across software development, artificial intelligence, education technology, automation, UI/UX and digital products.

We work with businesses, institutions and organisations to transform real-world problems into scalable technology solutions. Alongside client projects, Code-X-Novas is building its own technology products across multiple domains.

Our product ecosystem includes solutions such as VidyaOS 360, an education management platform; SAS 360, a smart attendance solution; and Vrise Network, a customer feedback and business intelligence concept.

Our education ecosystem is also expanding through institutional partnerships, with our solutions reaching 700+ schools under associated educational networks.

Our Journey

• Recognised among India's Top 75 Emerging Startups in the year of 2025
• Invited to represent India at the AI Festival in Dubai
• Delivered 100+ real-world client projects and client engagements across technology domains
• Worked with clients and organisations across India and international markets
• Building proprietary products alongside technology services
• Working across Web, Mobile, AI/ML, UI/UX, EdTech and automation
• Building technology solutions for real-world business and institutional challenges

Public company materials also describe Code-X-Novas as serving clients across India and international markets and building solutions spanning websites, apps, AI/ML, UI/UX, EdTech and related technology services.

About Code-X-Novas Innovathon 2026

Code-X-Novas Innovathon 2026 is a national Software and AI Innovation Hackathon created for students, developers, freshers, aspiring entrepreneurs and young innovators who want to build technology that solves meaningful real-world problems.

This is not designed to be just another project-submission competition.

Participants will identify a real problem, propose a solution, develop a working prototype, present their work to a jury and get an opportunity to connect with the wider Code-X-Novas ecosystem.

The hackathon focuses on:

Innovation. Problem Solving. Technical Execution. Real-World Impact.

Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their skills, work on meaningful real-world problems, connect with innovators and industry professionals, receive expert feedback, and gain access to upcoming paid internship and job opportunities at Code-X-Novas, subject to performance, eligibility and available positions.

Selected participants may also be considered for live project opportunities, mentorship, future hiring processes and other career opportunities within the Code-X-Novas ecosystem.

Challenge Tracks

Tourism & Travel Innovation

Build technology that improves how people discover, plan, experience and manage travel.

Possible areas include:

• Smart travel planning
• Local tourism discovery
• Tourist safety
• Travel assistance
• Sustainable tourism
• Heritage and cultural experiences
• AI-powered travel solutions

Agriculture & Rural Innovation

Use software and AI to solve real challenges faced by farmers, rural communities and the agricultural ecosystem.

Possible areas include:

• Smart farming
• Crop intelligence
• Farmer support systems
• Agricultural marketplaces
• Supply-chain solutions
• Weather and crop insights
• Rural technology
• Farm-to-market solutions

Logistics & Supply Chain

Build technology that makes the movement of goods, information and resources more efficient.

Possible areas include:

• Route optimisation
• Fleet management
• Delivery intelligence
• Warehouse management
• Supply-chain visibility
• Inventory optimisation
• Demand forecasting
• AI-powered logistics

Education & Campus Innovation

Reimagine how students, teachers, schools, colleges and educational institutions learn, collaborate and operate.

Possible areas include:

• AI in education
• Student productivity
• Campus management
• Teacher tools
• Learning platforms
• Career and internship solutions
• Digital education infrastructure
• Student engagement

Health & Wellbeing

Develop responsible technology solutions that can improve healthcare access, awareness, monitoring and wellbeing.

Possible areas include:

• Healthcare accessibility
• Preventive care
• Patient assistance
• Elderly support
• Mental wellbeing
• Health awareness
• Healthcare management
• AI-assisted healthcare solutions

Projects must not make unsupported medical claims or attempt to replace professional medical diagnosis or treatment.

Open Innovation

Have an idea outside the listed tracks?

Build it.

The Open Innovation track welcomes original Software and AI solutions addressing meaningful problems across any industry or domain.

Strong ideas will be evaluated on:

• Problem significance
• Innovation
• Technical execution
• Practical feasibility
• Potential impact
• Scalability

Required Skills

Participants with experience in the following technologies and skills are encouraged to participate:

• Python
• Java
• JavaScript
• React.js
• Node.js
• HTML & CSS
• Flutter
• Android Development
• AI/ML
• Data Science
• Computer Vision
• Generative AI
• UI/UX Design
• Figma
• Adobe Photoshop
• Git & GitHub
• Firebase
• SQL / MySQL
• API Integration
• Cloud & Deployment
• Problem Solving
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Presentation

You do not need to know every technology listed above. Choose the skills relevant to your proposed solution.

Competition Structure

Idea Submission & Screening

Participants will submit an original idea addressing a real-world problem within their selected track.

Submissions will include:

• Problem Statement
• Proposed Solution
• Key Features
• Technology / AI Approach
• Target Users
• Expected Impact

The Code-X-Novas team will evaluate submissions based on innovation, problem relevance, technical feasibility, originality, potential impact and scalability.

Shortlisting

The most promising ideas and teams will be shortlisted for the development stage.

Shortlisting will be based on:

• Problem Understanding
• Innovation
• Solution Quality
• Technical Feasibility
• Potential Impact
• Scalability

Build & Prototype

Shortlisted teams will transform their ideas into functional Software or AI-based solutions.

Participants will develop a working prototype and submit relevant project materials, such as:

• Working Prototype
• GitHub Repository
• Demo Video
• Project Documentation
• Live Demo Link, where applicable

Final Round — Demo & Jury Evaluation

Selected finalists will present their working solutions before the Code-X-Novas jury.

Teams will demonstrate:

• The problem
• Proposed solution
• Product/prototype
• Technology used
• Innovation
• Real-world application
• Future scalability

The final round will include a project demonstration, presentation and jury Q&A.

Evaluation Criteria

• Problem Understanding: 15%
• Innovation: 20%
• Technical Implementation: 20%
• Real-World Impact: 15%
• Feasibility: 10%
• Scalability: 10%
• Presentation: 10%

Career Opportunities

Build Something That Can Open Your Next Door

Code-X-Novas is not conducting this hackathon only to identify competition winners. The event will also serve as an opportunity to discover talented developers, designers, AI enthusiasts, problem solvers and future technology professionals.

Outstanding participants may be considered for:

• Paid Internship Opportunities
• Upcoming Job Opportunities
• Live Project Opportunities
• Future Hiring Processes
• Mentorship
• Project Collaboration
• Code-X-Novas Product Opportunities

Selection will be based on performance, technical ability, project execution, eligibility, available roles and the applicable Code-X-Novas selection process.

Recognition & Opportunities

Depending on their performance and stage reached, participants may receive:

• Certificate of Participation
• Finalist Recognition
• Winner Recognition
• Special Innovation Recognition
• Project Showcase
• Expert Feedback
• Industry Networking
• Internship Consideration
• Job Opportunity Consideration
• Live Project Opportunities
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Access to future Code-X-Novas initiatives

Prize and additional reward details may be announced separately.

Who Can Participate?

The hackathon is open to:

• Undergraduate Students
• Postgraduate Students
• Diploma Students
• Recent Graduates
• Developers
• Designers
• AI/ML Enthusiasts
• Young Innovators
• Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Team Size: 1–3 Members

Participants from different academic and technical backgrounds are encouraged to form interdisciplinary teams.

Why Participate?

• This is more than a project submission.
• Build
• Turn an idea into a practical technology solution.
• Solve
• Work on meaningful real-world problems across multiple industries.
• Showcase
• Demonstrate your technical, creative and problem-solving abilities.
• Connect
• Meet developers, founders, mentors and industry professionals.
• Get Recognised
• Stand out through your innovation and execution.
• Grow
• Gain feedback, exposure and potential access to paid internships, job opportunities and live projects with Code-X-Novas.
• The Code-X-Novas Difference
• Most hackathons end when the winner is announced.
• We want the journey to continue.
• A strong idea can become a prototype.
• A strong prototype can become a product.
• A strong participant can become an intern.
• A strong intern can become a team member.
• And a strong solution can potentially become part of a larger technology ecosystem.
• Build. Solve. Showcase. Connect. Grow.
• Code-X-Novas Innovathon 2026
• Your idea could be the beginning of something bigger.