Axis HackSprint 2.0

Overview:Axis HackSprint is back bigger, bolder, and designed to bring together the brightest problem-solvers, coders, and innovators. Organized by Axis Institute of Technology & Management (AITM), HackSprint 2.0 provides an open stage to build impactful, scalable solutions addressing real-world challenges using modern technologies.This is a National-Level, Software-Only Hackathon where top student innovators from across the country compete, build, and showcase functional software prototypes.Themes & Tracks (Software Only):Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AI/ML)Cyber SecurityBlockchain TechnologyAgriculture / AgriTech (Digital Solutions)Healthcare (HealthTech / Digital Health)Gamification & EdTechEligibility & Team Guidelines:Event Type: National-level software hackathon (hardware/IoT prototypes are not permitted).Eligibility: Open to all Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Diploma engineering/technology students across India.Team Size: 2 to 4 members per team.Inter-College Teams: Allowed (students from different institutes can collaborate in the same team).Inter-Specialization Teams: Allowed (cross-branch collaboration is encouraged).A participant cannot be part of more than one team.Competition Structure & Stages:Round 1: Online Idea SubmissionSubmission Deadline: 17 October 2026, 11:59 pmWhat Your PPT Should Include?Problem you are addressingProposed SolutionExisting Similar Work + Your Unique ContributionWorkflow chart (video optional)Tech stack you will useReal-world feasibility supported by credible research & references.Avoid:Vague or purely conceptual ideasUnnecessary slidesDesign-heavy templates with little technical substanceYour presentation should clearly communicate how the idea will be built, not just describe it at a high level. Join the WhatsApp group here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GQ98gaA9Odv92R8nSJtJjLResults Announcement: 20 October 2026Round 2: Grand Finale (12-Hour On-Campus Hackathon):Date: 3 November 2026Venue: AITM Campus, Axis Colleges, Kanpur, Uttar PradeshFormat: A continuous 12-hour offline coding sprint, live prototype build, mentorship rounds, and final jury evaluations.Detailed Schedule: The hour-by-hour itinerary of the finale will be announced soon.Registration & Participation Fee:Free of cost.Prizes & Perks:Cash Prize Pool: ₹25,000.Venue Hospitality: Complimentary lunch and refreshments provided for all attending finalist teams.Participant Goodies: Exclusive event goodies for offline finalists.Certificates: Official Participation Certificates for all finalists attending the venue, along with Merit Certificates for the podium winners.Rules & Evaluation Criteria:All development work must be carried out during the hackathon hours. Pre-built software solutions or templates are strictly prohibited.Projects must be pushed to a public GitHub repository; regular commit activity will be monitored throughout the offline hackathon.The decisions of the organizing committee and panel of judges are final and binding.