Opportunity brief
TEJAS INDIA HACKATHON 2026:
Overview:
- TEJAS INDIA HACKATHON 2026 is a national-level 8-hour hackathon organized in association with the District Industries Centre, Sheikhpura, bringing together students, innovators, developers, and problem-solvers from across India.
- Hackathon Date: 18 September 2026.
- Idea Submission Deadline: 13 September 2026.
- Final Shortlisting: Top 15 Teams.
- Hackathon Duration: 8 Hours.
Domains:
- Sustainable Development: Solutions promoting clean energy, waste management, water conservation, and climate action.
- FinTech: Innovative financial solutions for inclusion, digital payments, lending, and wealth management.
- E-Commerce: Platforms and tools transforming online shopping, logistics, customer experience, and digital marketplaces.
- Agriculture: Smart farming, agri-tech, supply chain optimization, and sustainable livelihood solutions for farmers.
- Drone Tech: Drone-based solutions for mapping, monitoring, delivery, and agricultural applications.
- Modern Healthcare: Digital health, telemedicine, AI diagnostics, and affordable healthcare solutions.
- Smart Education: EdTech solutions improving access to quality education, digital learning, and skill development.
- Circular Economy: Innovations in recycling, upcycling, resource efficiency, and sustainable business models.
- Open Innovation: Breakthrough ideas in AI, IoT, robotics, blockchain, and other emerging technologies.
- Bihar Tourism: Creative solutions to promote tourism, heritage, culture, and local experiences in Bihar.
Selection Process:
- Participants will submit their innovative idea under any one of the 10 domains.
- Ideas will be evaluated based on Innovation & Originality, Problem Relevance, Feasibility & Practical Implementation, Potential Impact, and Scalability & Future Potential.
- The Top 15 Teams will be shortlisted based on the submitted ideas.
- Shortlisted teams will participate in the 8-hour final hackathon on 18 September 2026.
- Teams will develop, implement, and present their proposed solutions during the final hackathon.
Benefits:
- Free refreshments and food during the hackathon.
- Participation certificate.
- Mentorship and expert guidance.
- Networking opportunities.
- Opportunity to showcase innovative solutions.
- Chance to compete for exciting prizes.
Prizes & Recognition:
Top 3 Winning Teams:
- Top prizes.
- Medals.
- Cash prizes.
- Certificates and recognition.
Other Selected Teams:
- Participation certificates.
- Recognition for their participation.
- Networking and learning opportunities.
Eligibility:
- Students from Engineering, Technology, Computer Science, Management, and other disciplines can participate.
- Developers, designers, entrepreneurs, researchers, and innovative problem-solvers are welcome to participate.
- Participants should be passionate about technology, innovation, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving.
Event Details:
- Final Hackathon: 18 September 2026.
- Duration: 8 Hours.
- Final Teams: Top 15.
- Organized in association with the District Industries Centre, Sheikhpura, Government of Bihar.
Submission Deadline:
- The content mentions both 13 September 2026 and 10 September 2026 as the idea submission deadline. Please verify the correct deadline with the organizing team.