Hackcache'26

Use Code GCET100 to get ₹100 OFFOpen to School Students alsoHackCache ’26 | Cachedinfo is a 48-hour, fully online hackathon organised by CachedInfo in collaboration with GCET Jammu.The hackathon is designed to make building accessible to students from different academic and experience backgrounds. Participants do not need to be from Computer Science or even an engineering background. CS, ECE, Mechanical, Commerce, BBA, MBA, Arts & Humanities and other streams are welcome.The event will take place entirely online, so participants can build and submit their projects from anywhere.Key DatesRegistrations open: 24 August 2026Registration deadline: 20 October 2026Problem statements/resources released: 22 October 2026Hackathon: 23–24 October 2026Duration: 48 hoursEligibilityOpen to students from any college or schoolOpen to all branches, specialisations and academic backgroundsFreshers and first-time hackathon participants are welcomeHigh school students may also participateNo specific programming language or technical background is requiredParticipants can participate individually or as part of a teamTeam size: 1–3 membersInter-college teams: AllowedInter-specialisation/branch teams: AllowedFor example, a team can consist of students from different colleges, branches or academic backgrounds.Hackathon ThemesParticipants can build solutions under one of the following themes:Reimagine GovernmentRethink how citizens interact with government websites and digital services. Build solutions that simplify access, improve usability and make government services easier to navigate.Social ImpactBuild technology addressing real-world problems involving accessibility, education, healthcare, sustainability, communities or everyday life.Banking & FinanceReimagine how people save, spend, invest, borrow and manage money. Build simpler, smarter and more accessible financial experiences.Open InnovationNo predefined problem category. Participants can bring their own idea and build something useful, innovative or unexpected.Problem StatementsThe problem statements will be released to registered teams on 22 October 2026, one day before the 48-hour hackathon begins.Participants will then have the full 48-hour period to develop their solution.What Participants Need to SubmitEvery participating team must submit:Public GitHub repository containing the projectLive working URL of the project5-minute demo videoShort pitch deck explaining the projectUse of AIAI tools are allowed and encouraged.Participants can use AI coding assistants, generative AI, no-code tools and other resources while building.However, participants should be able to understand and explain what they have built.To help beginners, all participating teams will receive:AI prompt packsProblem-solving playbooksIdeation guidesCurated technical resourcesNo-code tool resourcesPitch deck templatesThe aim is to reduce the experience gap between participants and help students focus on solving problems and building useful products.JudgingEvery submission will be independently evaluated by the judging panel using the same five criteria.Score — 50 pointsInnovation — 10 pointsTechnical Execution — 10 pointsDesign & UX — 10 pointsImpact — 10 pointsPresentation — 10 pointsThe scores from the judges will be averaged to determine the final ranking. No single judge can independently determine the result.The judging panel includes professionals and academics from organisations including Metropolis Healthcare, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, GCET Jammu, Aditya Birla Capital, Sharda University and C-DAC India.Prizes & OpportunitiesHackCache ’26 has an overall value of ₹1.22 lakh+, including cash prizes, internships, travel, experiences and other benefits.1st PlaceThe winning team receives:3 paid internship opportunities₹5,000 per person₹15,000 total internship payoutFully funded 2-day McLeod Ganj trip with the foundersFree mock interviewResume-building sessionRecommendation letters from judgesHackathon T-shirtsThe internships are remote and flexible, with work assigned through a dedicated internship platform.2nd & 3rd PlaceFree 1-on-1 mock interviewResume-building sessionRecommendation letters from judgesHackathon T-shirtEvery Team That SubmitsEvery team that completes a valid submission receives:AI prompt packsStrategy/problem-solving guidesPitch deck templatesSupport resources during the hackathonA verifiable participation certificate upon submissionMcLeod Ganj ExperienceThe winning team receives a fully funded 2-day McLeod Ganj experience with the CachedInfo founders.Travel, accommodation, breakfast and dinner are covered. Travel is arranged from Jammu, while participants travelling from outside Jammu are provided suitable travel arrangements.Registration Fee₹600 per team, regardless of whether the team has 1, 2 or 3 members.Participants can also use a referral code:Friend pays ₹500Referrer receives ₹100 creditThe referral discount is applied during checkout (valid only on cachedinfo).Important RulesA team may have 1–3 members.Inter-college teams are allowed.Participants from different branches/specialisations may form a team.Participants may enter individually.All required submissions must be submitted before the final deadline.Each team must submit a public GitHub repository.Each team must provide a working project URL.Each team must submit a maximum 5-minute demo video.Each team must submit a pitch deck.AI tools are permitted.Participants must be able to explain their submitted project and its implementation.Projects should be created during the hackathon period based on the released problem statements.Judging will follow the published five-category scorecard.Registration fees are non-refundable after payment confirmation.Slot transfers to another team member are permitted.In case of cancellation by the organisers, registered participants will receive a full refund.If the event is postponed, registrations will be carried forward to the revised dates.Why Participate?HackCache is designed not only for experienced developers but also for students who want to learn by building.You do not need to know how to code to participate. Teams can divide responsibilities across development, design, research, product, content, business and other areas.The event provides participants with structured resources to help them move from idea → solution → working prototype → presentation within 48 hours.Format: Fully OnlineTeam Size: 1–3Duration: 48 HoursEligibility: Students from any branch, specialisation, college or schoolUse Code GCET100 to get ₹100 OFF