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Build Solutions for Smart India

Transform ideas into impactful innovations that drive national development.

Sep 22, 2026
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4+ Challenges
National Level
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Code. Innovate. Transform.

Join builders, mentors, and institutions in solving India-first challenges with execution-focused ideas.

500+ Teams
15+ Institutions
4 Themes
2 Expert Talks

Innovation for Nation

A developed, self-reliant India needs bold prototypes, sharp teams, and practical follow-through.

Prize Support
Expert Mentorship
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Move from idea to prototype with a national-stage platform built for real outcomes and visible momentum.

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Dates & Timeline

Registration Window
22 Sep 2026 - 23 Sep 2026
Round 1
24 Sep 2026 - 25 Sep 2026
Online
Round 2
26 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026
Online
Round 3
28 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026
Offline (bhubaneswar)
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Viksit Odisha Initiative

About National Hackathon

A collaborative innovation platform that connects problem solvers, challenge statements, and transformative ideas to build a Viksit Odisha and a Viksit Bharat.

National Hackathon is a flagship innovation initiative that empowers students, entrepreneurs, researchers, and changemakers to collaborate on solving real-world challenges through technology, creativity, and impactful ideas. The platform serves as a hub for discovering opportunities, fostering innovation, and driving meaningful societal transformation.

Through innovation, recognition, and incubation opportunities, the platform supports emerging talent in transforming ideas into scalable and sustainable solutions. By encouraging collaborative governance, community engagement, and responsible innovation, HackNexus contributes to building a stronger ecosystem that drives inclusive growth and supports the vision of a Viksit Odisha and a Viksit Bharat.

Innovation

Spark practical ideas that move from concept to meaningful real-world impact.

Recognition

Celebrate strong solutions with visibility, credibility, and momentum.

Incubation

Nurture early ideas with structure, support, and a path to growth.

Governance

Enable transparent, organized, and accountable program operations.

Supporting Community

Bring together participants, mentors, institutions, and partners in one ecosystem.

Sustainability

Promote solutions that are resilient, scalable, and built to last.

Progressive Institutions

15+ Universities & Institutions
One Mission-One Goal-Viksit Bharat-Viksit Odisha

India's finest technical institutions united under the banner of innovation and national progress.

Fakir Mohan University
Location: Balasore, Odisha
Team status: 8 teams registered
29
Participant[s]
8
Team[s]
3
PS
Khallikote Unitary University
Location: Brahmapur, Odisha
Team status: 8 teams registered
29
Participant[s]
8
Team[s]
4
PS
Berhampur University
Location: Berhampur, Odisha
Team status: 7 teams registered
25
Participant[s]
7
Team[s]
4
PS
Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University
Location: Baripada, Odisha
Team status: 7 teams registered
25
Participant[s]
7
Team[s]
4
PS
ASBM University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
12
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
1
PS
Birla Global University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
11
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
2
PS
C V Raman University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
12
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
2
PS
KIIT Deemed to be University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
12
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
1
PS
NIST University
Location: Brahmapur, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
11
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
2
PS
Rama Devi Women's University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
11
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
3
PS
Utkal University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
12
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
2
PS
Xavier University
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 3 teams registered
12
Participant[s]
3
Team[s]
3
PS
Maa Manikeshwari University
Location: Sambalpur, Odisha
Team status: 2 teams registered
8
Participant[s]
2
Team[s]
2
PS
OUAT
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 2 teams registered
8
Participant[s]
2
Team[s]
1
PS
Siksha 'O' Anusandhan
Location: Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Team status: 2 teams registered
8
Participant[s]
2
Team[s]
1
PS
Innovation Areas

Hackathon Tracks

Problem Statement belongs to different domain presented here

SDG - 3

Healthcare

Problem statements in Healthcare

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1
PS
SDG - 12

Agriculture

Problem statements in Agriculture

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1
PS
SDG - 12

Animal Resource

Problem statements in Animal Resource

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1
PS
SDG - 4

Education

Problem statements in Education

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1
PS
Knowledge Sharing

Expert Talks & Podcasts

Intelectual discussion & knowledge sharing done by experts from industries and institutions

⏱️ 28 mins
Innovation

Building Scalable Civic Tech

HackNexus Speaker

Guest Expert

⏱️ 35 mins
Technology

AI for Social Good

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Awards

Prize & Awards Viksit Odisha 2026

Everybody is a winner but top winners are awarded

1st Prize
₹5L
Winner
2nd Prize
₹2L
Runner-up
Special Prize
₹1L
Diversity / impact award
Special Prize
₹1L
Best Business Idea
Experts

Our Juries & Experts

Experienced profiles from Industries and Institutions are invited to become the part of Hackathon.

Rohan Mehta

Rohan Mehta

Healthcare

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Priya Nair

Priya Nair

Animal Resource

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Arjun Kapoor

Arjun Kapoor

Agriculture

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Kavya Iyer

Kavya Iyer

Education

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Siya Khanna

Siya Khanna

Education

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Aditya Malhotra

Aditya Malhotra

Agriculture

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Ishaan Kapoor

Ishaan Kapoor

Education

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Reyansh Chawla

Reyansh Chawla

Healthcare

Dr. Jane Doe is a Professor of Biology at City University. She earned her Ph.D. from State University. Her research focuses on plant genetics and cell growth. She teaches courses in general biology and molecular science, and she has won awards for her work in student mentoring.

Sponsors

Hearty Support

Powering the event.

Gold Partner
Fakir Mohan University
📍 Balasore, Odisha
Gold Partner
Khallikote Unitary University
📍 Brahmapur, Odisha
Gold Partner
Berhampur University
📍 Berhampur, Odisha
Gold Partner
Maharaja Sriram Chandra Bhanja Deo University
📍 Baripada, Odisha
Partners

Hearty Encoragement

Institutions and collaborators contributing expertise, visibility, and ecosystem reach.

Silver Partner
ASBM University
📍 Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Silver Partner
Birla Global University
📍 Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Silver Partner
C V Raman University
📍 Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Silver Partner
KIIT Deemed to be University
📍 Bhubaneswar, Odisha
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