As March 2024 approaches, it’s time to gear up for some of the most exciting hackathons happening in Pune. If you’re into coding, brainstorming, and maybe a bit of friendly competition, you’re going to love what’s coming up.
In this blog, we’re excited to guide you through the most awaited hackathons in Pune for March 2024. So, grab your laptops, rally your team, and let’s dive into the world of creativity and coding!
Overview of Upcoming Hackathons in Pune
Here’s an overview of hackathons happening in Pune this month:
| S.No. | Hackathon | Mode | First Prize | Registration Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLOCKBASH 2024 | Online | Prize Pool: USD 25,000 | Register Here |
| 2 | InnovateYou- Techathon 2024 | Offline | INR 2,00,000 | Register Here |
| 3 | DevRev Forge 2024 | Online | INR 1,50,000 | Register Here |
| 4 | HackMol 5.0 | Online | INR 30,000 | Register Here |
Upcoming Hackathons in Pune in March
Below is the list of Upcoming Hackathons in Pune in March 2024:
1. BLOCKBASH 2024
BLOCKBASH 2024 is a hackathon aimed at transforming the internet through the Internet Computer Protocol (ICP), focusing on serverless cloud capabilities and the transition from Web 2.0 to Web 3.0 for a decentralized future.
Participants, including developers, startups, and blockchain enthusiasts, will gain practical experience in developing decentralized applications, fostering innovation, and potentially shaping the future of the internet. The event offers a prize pool of USD 25,000, distributed among the top 10% of projects.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective: To bridge the gap between Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 using ICP
Organizer: Crewsphere: ICP India Hub
Eligibility: Open to developers, startups, and blockchain enthusiasts
Duration:
- Idea phase: Feb 2, 2024 – Mar 31, 2024
- Hackathon: Apr 8, 2024 – May 11, 2024
Team Size: 1-5 members
Registration Deadline: Feb 1, 2024
Start Date: Feb 2, 2024, for the idea phase
Rewards & Prizes: USD 25,000 prize pool for the top 10% of projects
2. InnovateYou- Techathon 2024
The InnovateYou Techathon 2024 in Pune is organized by the Innovation Foundation, aiming to empower young innovators in solving real-world problems, inspired by the Smart India Hackathon.
The hackathon encourages participants to develop solutions across various domains like Agritech, Traffic Safety, and Waste Management. It’s a platform for both technical and non-technical students to innovate and impact everyday life in India, with a total prize pool of over ₹4 lakh.
Mode: Offline
Type: Paid
- ₹999 for Maharashtra students per team
- ₹1999 for teams outside Maharashtra
Objective: Solve real-world problems with innovative solutions
Organizer: We Innovation Foundation
Eligibility: Industries & professionals, students, dropouts, startups
Duration: 2 days (February 17-18, 2024)
Team Size: 2 to 4 members
Registration Deadline: Closed
Start Date: February 17, 2024
Rewards & Prizes:
- 1st prize: ₹2,00,000
- 2nd prize: ₹1,00,000
- 3rd prize: ₹75,000
- Two additional prizes of ₹25,000 each
3. DevRev Forge 2024
DevRev Forge 2024 is a hackathon focused on harnessing the latest LLM technologies to innovate in digital engagement through API integrations, generative content algorithms, and AI technologies.
It provides a platform for students to dive deep into AI development, encouraging innovation and hands-on experience. The hackathon awards INR 1,50,000 to the first-place winner, INR 1,00,000 to the second place and INR 25,000 each to eight teams for special mention.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective: Innovate in digital engagement with AI technologies
Organizer: DevRev
Eligibility: Anyone with a passion for AI
Duration:
- 16th February 2024 (Friday), 00:00 AM IST
- 25th February 2024 (Sunday), 11:59 PM IST
Team Size: 1 – 4
Registration Deadline: 16th February 2024
Start Date: 16th February 2024
Rewards & Prizes:
- First Place – INR 1,50,000
- Second Place – INR 1,00,000
- Special Mention – INR 25,000 each (given to 8 teams)
4. HackMol 5.0
HackMol 5.0 is a 30-hour community-focused hackathon organized by the Developer Student Clubs (DSC) at NIT Jalandhar, designed for both beginners and experts.
Participants will benefit from this platform by collaborating, innovating, and competing to solve real-world problems. The total prize pool is ₹60,000 for the main track, with the winner receiving ₹30,000, and there are additional special tracks with their own prize pools.
Mode: Online
Type: Free
Objective: To provide a platform for innovation and collaboration among developers, encouraging them to solve real-world problems and showcase their skills.
Organizer: Developer Student Clubs (DSC) at NIT Jalandhar
Eligibility:
- Open to both beginners and experts
- Freshers track exclusively for 1st-year students
- Main track open to participants from any academic year
- Team members can be from different institutions
Duration: 30 hours
Team Size: 1 to 4 members
Registration Deadline: February 10, 2024
Start Date: February 24, 2024
Rewards & Prizes:
- Main Track: Total prize pool of ₹60,000 (Winner: ₹30,000, 1st Runner Up: ₹20,000, 2nd Runner Up: ₹10,000)
- Freshers Track: Total prize pool of ₹6,000 (Winner: ₹3,000, 1st Runner Up: ₹2,000, 2nd Runner Up: ₹1,000)
- Special Tracks: Polygon Special Track ($350), Ethereum Track ($150), Ethereum + Polygon Track ($200), Replit Special Track ($50)
