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Second National Level Hackathon 2026 XIRD
The Second National Level Hackathon 2026 is an online open innovation competition organised by Xavier Institute for Research and Development (XIRD), taking place on 18 and 19 April 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM. Open to UG and PG students, research scholars, and faculty members from all academic disciplines across India, the hackathon offers cash prizes of up to Rs. 5,000 for the best ideas, alongside e-certificates of participation for all registered candidates and their mentors. The registration fee is Rs. 600. The last date to register is 16 April 2026.
Program Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opportunity Type | National Level Online Hackathon and Innovation Competition |
| Organising Body | Xavier Institute for Research and Development (XIRD) — Research Unit |
| Mode | Online |
| Duration | 2 Days |
| Dates | 18–19 April 2026 (10 AM to 3 PM) |
| Last Date to Register | 16 April 2026 |
About the Program
The Second National Level Hackathon 2026 is convened by the XIRD Research Unit under Xavier Institute for Research and Development — an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:2018 certified Edu-Tech and Research Institute registered under MSME, Government of India, with research units operating across Kerala and Tamil Nadu. The hackathon is designed as an open innovation platform to bridge the gap between academia and industry by challenging participants to develop creative, research-driven solutions to contemporary problems across diverse disciplines. Consequently, the competition invites academicians, research scholars, and students to present original ideas and engage in structured problem-solving within a nationally competitive environment. Furthermore, all registered participants and their mentors receive an e-certificate of participation, ensuring broad academic recognition regardless of competitive outcome.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
- Open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students from any stream or academic discipline
- Research scholars from any field are eligible to participate
- Faculty members from Engineering, Arts and Science, Agriculture, and Biomedical disciplines are also welcome
Experience & Other Conditions
- No specific prior hackathon or research experience is mandated
- Participation is open on an individual or mentored team basis
- A non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 600 is required at the time of registration
Benefits & Funding
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| First Prize | Rs. 5,000 cash award |
| Second Prize | Rs. 3,000 cash award |
| Third Prize | Rs. 2,000 cash award |
| E-Certificate | Certificate of participation issued to all registered candidates and their mentors |
Topics / Themes Covered
- Open innovation challenges across engineering, arts and science, agriculture, and biomedical disciplines
- Research-driven problem-solving addressing contemporary academic and industry challenges
- Ideation and prototype development within a nationally competitive hackathon format
- Cross-disciplinary collaboration between students, research scholars, and faculty
Selection Process
- Online registration via the official XIRD Google Form application link before 16 April 2026
- Payment of the Rs. 600 registration fee to confirm participation
- Ideas and solutions evaluated by the XIRD Research Unit panel during the two-day online event
- Cash awards presented to the top three best ideas based on innovation, relevance, and presentation quality
How to Apply
- Visit the official XIRD Hackathon registration portal at Click Here or the Google Form link on the official website.
- Complete the online registration form with your personal, academic, and institutional details.
- Pay the non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 600 to confirm your participation.
- Submit your registration before the 16 April 2026 deadline.
- Participate in the online hackathon on 18 and 19 April 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM.
Registration Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Participants (Students, Scholars & Faculty) | Rs. 600 (non-refundable) |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Registration | 16 April 2026 |
| Hackathon Day 1 | 18 April 2026 (10 AM – 3 PM) |
| Hackathon Day 2 | 19 April 2026 (10 AM – 3 PM) |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Register Online | Click Here |
| Event Brochure | Click Here |
| Official Website | www.xird.in |
Contact
Mr. C. Angel Sarojini, Academic Director Xavier Institute for Research and Development, Tamil Nadu and Kerala, India Phone: +91 77081 12419 | +91 90371 32922 | +91 87781 94316 Email: xird.official@gmail.com | admin@xird.in Website: www.xird.in Address: Xavier Institute for Research and Development (XIRD), ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:2018 Certified, Registered under MSME — Government of India, Tamil Nadu and Kerala.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can participate in the Second National Level Hackathon 2026 by XIRD?
UG and PG students, research scholars from any discipline, and faculty members from Engineering, Arts and Science, Agriculture, and Biomedical fields are all eligible to register and participate.
What cash prizes are offered at the Second National Level Hackathon 2026 XIRD?
The top three ideas receive cash awards of Rs. 5,000 for first place, Rs. 3,000 for second, and Rs. 2,000 for third, alongside e-certificates for all registered participants and mentors.
Is the hackathon conducted online or offline?
The Second National Level Hackathon 2026 is conducted entirely online, running on 18 and 19 April 2026 from 10 AM to 3 PM each day.
What is the registration fee for the XIRD Hackathon 2026?
A non-refundable registration fee of Rs. 600 is required from all participants at the time of online registration before the 16 April 2026 deadline.
What certification do participants receive from the XIRD Hackathon 2026?
All registered candidates and their mentors receive an e-certificate of participation issued by Xavier Institute for Research and Development, regardless of their competitive standing in the hackathon.