Opportunity brief
Agnitia 2026 – 36-Hour National-Level Hackathon
Overview:
- AGNITIA 2026 is a national-level 36-hour hackathon organized by the Prestige Institute of Engineering Management and Research (PIEMR), Indore.
- AGNITIA brings together passionate student innovators, developers, designers, and problem-solvers from across India to transform ideas into impactful technology-driven solutions.
- Participants will get the opportunity to explore real-world challenges, collaborate within teams, build innovative solutions, and showcase their technical and problem-solving capabilities.
Tracks:
- CIPHER — Cybersecurity & Digital Trust
- Building safer digital systems, protecting data, and making AI and autonomous technologies more trustworthy.
- APEX — Autonomous Intelligence & AI Agents
- Creating AI systems that can think, make decisions, learn, and perform tasks on their own.
- PRAGATI — Technology for National Transformation
- Using technology to solve real-world problems and create meaningful impact across India.
- TERRA — Planet, Climate & Resilience
- Using technology to tackle climate change, manage resources, and prepare for environmental challenges.
- ODYSSEY — Open Innovation
- An open platform to explore bold ideas and build creative, unconventional solutions to real-world problems of your choice.
Note:
- Participants are free to propose their own innovative ideas within their selected track during Round 1.
- The final Round 2 problem statements will be provided to shortlisted teams after Round 1.
Prize Pool:
- ₹1,25,000
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Hackathon Structure:
Round 1 – Idea/PPT Submission
- 10 September – 25 September 2026
- The first round is an online idea submission and screening round.
- Teams will select a track of their interest and propose an innovative solution based on that track.
- Participants will submit their idea/PPT through Unstop.
- Submissions will be evaluated based on innovation, relevance, feasibility, technical approach, and overall potential.
- The best submissions will be shortlisted for the 36-hour hackathon.
- No fixed problem statements will be provided in Round 1. Participants are free to develop their ideas within their selected track.
Round 2 – 36-Hour Hackathon
- 8–10 October 2026
- Shortlisted teams will advance to the offline 36-hour hackathon at PIEMR, Indore.
- Selected teams will receive the official Round 2 problem statements after the completion of Round 1.
- Teams will develop, test, and refine their solutions during the 36-hour development sprint.
- Participants will have opportunities to interact with mentors and receive guidance throughout the hackathon.
- Teams will finally demonstrate and present their solutions before the judging panel.
- Winners will be selected based on the official judging criteria announced by the organizers.
Team Size:
- Each team must consist of 2–4 members.
- Participants are required to register and participate as a team.
- Teams must comply with all official registration, submission, and participation guidelines.
Eligibility:
- Open to college/university students across India.
- Inter-college teams are allowed.
- All team members must satisfy the eligibility requirements specified by the organizers.
- Participants must carry a valid college/university identity card for verification during the offline round.
- By registering, participants agree to abide by the official rules, code of conduct, submission guidelines, and decisions of the organizing committee.
What to Expect:
- 36 hours of intensive innovation, development, and problem-solving
- Opportunity to build technology-driven solutions
- 5 diverse tracks covering cybersecurity, AI, national transformation, climate technology, and open innovation
- Mentorship and guidance during the hackathon
- Collaboration with student innovators from across India
- ₹1,25,000 prize pool
- Participation certificate for every participant
- Recognition for outstanding teams and innovative solutions
- Opportunity to present your solution before judges and experts
️ Food & Stay
Food and stay facilities will be provided to shortlisted teams for 8th and 9th October 2026 during the 36-hour hackathon. Travel expenses and transportation to/from the venue will not be provided by the organizers and must be arranged by the participants.
Important Dates:
- Round 1 – Idea/PPT Submission: 7–25 September 2026
- Round 1 Shortlisting: To be announced
- Round 2 – 36-Hour Hackathon: 8–10 October 2026
Organized By:
- Prestige Institute of Engineering Management and Research (PIEMR), Indore