SNH'26SpectoV National Hackathon
Build. Break. Innovate.
Sponsored by
Microsoft
AMD
HomeTroop
SNH 26 is the SpectoV National Hackathon — SpectoV's hackathon for students in India. Compete across AI, App Development and Web Development for ₹5.5 Lakh+ in cash prizes, a 6-Month Paid Internship and potential Full-Time Career Opportunities.
First Come. First Registered.
₹149 | Individual Entry Only
Registration opens 5 October 2026 and closes 30 November 2026, or earlier once 250 successful registrations are completed.
Only 250 Builders
Registration opens 5 October 2026 and closes 30 November 2026. It is limited to the first 250 successful registrations, and closes earlier if those seats fill first.
134 of 250 registrations filled. 116 spots remaining.
₹5.5L+ Cash Prizes
3 Tracks
30 Top Performers
250 Seats
Organized by SpectoV
This Is More Than a Hackathon.
Don't just participate. Build something meaningful, prove what you can do, get recognized and take your next step toward a career in technology.
Win
Build
Get Recognized
Get Industry Exposure
Build Your Portfolio
Get Hired
Choose Your Battlefield
There are three competition tracks.
AI
Explore. Automate. Predict. Transform.
- AI / ML
- GenAI
- NLP
- CV
- Agents
App Development
Design. Develop. Deploy.
- Android
- iOS
- Flutter
- React Native
Web Development
Code. Scale. Innovate.
- Frontend
- Backend
- Full-stack
- SaaS
The Road to the Finish Line
Registration Opens
5 Oct 2026
Registration Closes
30 Nov 2026
Hackathon Kick-Off
1 Dec 2026
Build Phase
1–6 Dec 2026
Submission Deadline
6 Dec 2026
Evaluation
7–13 Dec 2026
- Winners
Winner Announcement
14 Dec 2026
Build for the Win.
₹5.5 Lakh Cash Prizes + Career Opportunities
1st Runner-Up
₹1,00,000
Winner
₹2,00,000
2nd Runner-Up
₹50,000
Top 10 Performers — Each Track
₹10,000each
30 Top Track Performers
Your Hackathon Could Become Your Career.
The competition doesn't end with the leaderboard. Top performers will have the opportunity to move into a 6-Month Paid Internship, with potential progression toward a Full-Time Opportunity with SpectoV, subject to the applicable selection and employment criteria.
- 01
Hackathon
- 02
Top Performer
- 03
6-Month Paid Internship
- 04
Performance & Evaluation
- 05
Full-Time Opportunity
Internship and full-time opportunities are subject to eligibility and selection criteria outlined in the Official Rules — not guaranteed to all participants.
Who Can Participate?
- B.Tech
- BCA
- B.E.
- B.Sc.
- MCA
- M.Sc.
- MBA
- Others
Participants must meet the eligibility requirements specified in the Official Rules.
Individual Entry Only
No team registration.
From Registration to Recognition
- 01Step 01
Choose Your Battlefield
Select one competition track — AI, App Development and Web Development — and commit to building in that arena. - 02Step 02
Register
Submit your details and pay the ₹149 registration fee. Registration is open from 5 October 2026 to 30 November 2026. Individual entry only. Seats are limited to the first 250 successful registrations. - 03Step 03
Get Confirmed
Once payment is successful, your registration is confirmed and your seat is locked. Registration closes on 30 November 2026, or earlier when all seats are filled. - 04Step 04
Build
Use the build phase (1–6 December 2026) to design, develop, and ship a real product in your chosen track. Kick-off is 1 December 2026. - 05Step 05
Submit
Submit your completed project by 6 December 2026 so it can be considered for evaluation. - 06Step 06
Get Evaluated
From 7–13 December 2026, judges score submissions on technical implementation, innovation, problem-solving, user experience, scalability, and presentation. - 07Step 07
Winner Announcement
Winners and top performers are announced on 14 December 2026 through official communication. - 08Step 08
Get Recognized
Top performers receive cash prizes and national recognition, with the opportunity to move into a 6-month paid internship and potential full-time roles, subject to selection criteria.
How Will You Be Judged?
Technical Implementation
25%
Innovation & Originality
20%
Problem Solving & Impact
20%
User Experience
15%
Scalability & Feasibility
10%
Presentation & Demo
10%
Evaluation will be conducted according to the official judging framework and Official Rules.
Before You Register
- Individual participation only
- Eligible programs only
- Original projects
- Plagiarism = disqualification
- Deadlines must be followed
- Code of Conduct compliance
- Judging follows the published framework
Your Entry Starts Here.
₹149|Individual Entry Only
- Registration
- Official communication
- Problem statement access
- Evaluation opportunity
- Badge for participation
- Opportunity to compete for prizes and career opportunities
₹149 covers participation and access to the official hackathon process — it does not guarantee prizes, internships, or employment.
Only 250 registrations — First Come. First Registered. No spot registrations.
Registration FAQ
Who can register?
Students in eligible programs: B.Tech, BCA, B.E., B.Sc., MCA, M.Sc., MBA and Others. See Eligibility and the Official Rules for the full list.
Is this a team hackathon?
No. Registration is individual only. Team registration is not allowed.
What is the registration fee?
The registration fee is ₹149 per participant.
What does the registration fee cover?
The registration fee of ₹149 is an external vendor fee that covers your platform access. It covers participation, official communication, problem statement access, an evaluation opportunity, a badge for participation, and the opportunity to compete for prizes and career opportunities. It does not guarantee prizes, internships, or employment.
Does paying the fee guarantee a prize, internship, or job?
No. ₹149 covers participation and access to the official hackathon process — it does not guarantee prizes, internships, or employment.
How many seats are available?
Only 250 registrations will be accepted. First Come. First Registered.
Are spot registrations allowed after seats are filled?
No. There are no spot registrations. Registration closes on 30 November 2026, or earlier when all seats are filled.
When does registration open and close?
Registration opens on 5 October 2026 and closes on 30 November 2026. It also closes earlier if all 250 seats are filled.
When is the hackathon?
Kick-off is 1 December 2026. The build phase runs 1–6 December 2026, and submissions are due 6 December 2026. Evaluation is 7–13 December 2026. Winners are announced on 14 December 2026.
When is my registration confirmed?
Your seat is confirmed only after successful payment. Unpaid or failed payments do not hold a seat.
Can I change my track after registering?
Yes. You can change your track after registration by contacting our team if necessary. See the Official Rules for more information.
Can I use AI tools during the hackathon?
Yes. Publicly available APIs, SDKs, open-source libraries, frameworks, cloud services, AI/ML models, generative AI tools, and developer tools may be used. You remain responsible for your submission and must disclose significant third-party technologies, APIs, models, datasets, or services. AI-assisted development does not remove the requirement to understand and explain your implementation. See the Official Rules for more information.
Where are the Official Rules?
Read the official rules here.
Your Next Big Build Starts Here.
- 250 builders.
- 3 tracks.
- ₹5.5L+ in cash prizes.
- One opportunity to stand out.
₹149 · Individual Entry Only
Only 250 registrations. First Come. First Registered.
