Echelon Young Innovators Hackathon 2026

About the EventEchelonHacks Young Innovators 2026 is an inter-school hackathon hosted by Echelon Institute of Technology, Faridabad (Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering). It gives school students a chance to turn ideas into working prototypes and present them to industry mentors and judges.Website: Submission Will be updated soonEligibilitySchool students of Class 9th, 10th , 11th, 12thTeam size: [2-4] members, all from the same schoolRegistration through UnstopFormatRound 1 (Online): Teams submit a short idea presentation (5 slides) and a 1-2 minute demo video. Coding is not compulsory; simple prototypes are welcome. Problem statements will be shared when the online round begins.Round 2 (Offline Finale): Top shortlisted teams build and present their prototypes at the Echelon campus in a 9-hour on-site round, with mentor support, lunch and a final 5-minute pitch.TimelineRegistration: 12 Oct - 30 Oct 2026Online Round: 31 Oct - 5 Nov 2026Results: 10 Nov 2026Offline Finale: 21 Nov 2026, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Echelon Institute of Technology, FaridabadJudging CriteriaIdea and Innovation, Technical Feasibility, Real-World Impact, PresentationRulesWork must be original; plagiarism leads to disqualificationAI tools may be used for learning, but the team must be able to explain its own workShortlisted teams must submit a parent/guardian consent form and be accompanied by a teacher or guardian on finale dayJudges’ decisions are final