Innovators Hackathon 2026
AIC T-Hub x Nutan University

Dates: 22nd and 23rd Jan 2026

Venue: Nutan University, Pune

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Students and Innovators across India

About T-Hub

  • T-Hub is the world’s largest home for startups, spanning over 572,000 sq. ft. It has supported more than 2,000 startups through curated programs, market access, funding opportunities, and world-class infrastructure.

About Nutan

  • Nutan Incubation Centre(NIC) supported by NMVPM (Nutan Maharashtra Vidya Prasarak Mandal), envisages to build and nurture the community in the state of Maharashtra including its Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with respect to the startup and innovation ecosystem. The objective of the NIC is to reach the innovators at the bottom of the pyramid and give them equitable opportunities, especially by reducing the lab-to-land distance and creating a space for the preincubation of ideas & solutions
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Overview:

Join the Future of Innovation!

The Innovators Hackathon 2026 is a collaborative initiative by AIC T-Hub and Nutan Incubation Foundation (Nutan University, Pune) to drive creativity, problem-solving, and cutting-edge solutions across sectors. Scheduled for 22nd Jan and 23rd Jan 2026 , the 48-hour Hackathon will empower students and early-stage startups to innovate with technologies like AI, ML, Robotics, and more.

The event bridges the gap between academia and industry, encouraging sustainable technological advancements and fostering a community of forward-thinking innovators.

Key Objectives:

  • Foster innovation and creativity across sectors.
  • Bridge the gap between academia and industry.
  • Empower students/startups to solve real-world challenges.
  • Provide mentorship and visibility to young innovators.

Key Objectives:

  • Foster innovation and creativity across sectors.
  • Bridge the gap between academia and industry.
  • Empower students/startups to solve real-world challenges.
  • Provide mentorship and visibility to young innovators.

About The Innovators Hackathon

Event Details:

  • Dates: 22nd and 23rd Jan 2026
  • Venue: Nutan University, Pune
  • Duration: 48 Hours Non-Stop Hackathon
  • Focus Areas: Engineering, AI, ML, Robotics, Sector-specific Challenges (TBA)

Why Participate:

  • Solve real-world problems and make an impact.
  • Win exciting cash prizes and get recognized.
  • Network with industry leaders and potential collaborators.
  • Get mentorship from top experts in technology and entrepreneurship.
  • Access AIC T-Hub’s innovation ecosystem and prototyping support.
Apply Now

About the Innovators Hackathon

Event Details:

  • Dates: 22nd and 23rd Jan 2026
  • Venue: Nutan University, Pune
  • Duration: 48 Hours Non-Stop Hackathon
  • Focus Areas: Engineering, AI, ML, Robotics, Sector-specific Challenges (TBA)

Why Participate:

  • Solve real-world problems and make an impact.
  • Win exciting cash prizes and get recognized.
  • Network with industry leaders and potential collaborators.
  • Get mentorship from top experts in technology and entrepreneurship.
  • Access AIC T-Hub’s innovation ecosystem and prototyping support.

Who Can Participate

  • University Students (UG/PG)
  • Early-stage Startups
  • Innovators with a prototype or MVP
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Students and Innovators across India

Who Can Participate

  • University Students (UG/PG)
  • Early-stage Startups
  • Innovators with a prototype or MVP

Prerequisites

  • Basic knowledge of technology relevant to your idea (AI, ML, Robotics, etc.)
  • Team of 2-5 members (individual participation allowed but not preferred)
  • Working laptop with development tools installed
  • Willingness to work collaboratively for 48 hours
  • Idea brief or problem statement proposal during registration

Program Schedule

Day 1

  • Opening Ceremony
  • Problem Statement Announcement
  • Team Building
  • Hackathon Begins

Day 2

  • Mentorship Rounds
  • Pitch Preparation
  • Final Presentations & Judging
  • Awards & Closing Ceremony

Timeline

21st Oct, 2026
Website & Registrations Open
12th Jan 2026, 2025
Last Date to Apply
22nd and 23rd Jan 2026
48-Hour Hackathon
23rd Jan 2026
Winners Announcement & Post-event Support Begins

Opportunities & Benefits

Prizes & Opportunities

  • 1st Prize: ₹50,000
  • 2nd Prize: ₹25,000
  • 3rd Prize: ₹15,000

Additional Benefits

  • Access to AIC T-Hub Labs & Ecosystem
  • Prototyping Support for Top 3 Teams
  • Certification
  • Networking with Industry Experts

Day - 1

Time Activity
9:00 AM Registrations
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM Guests’ Hi-Tea / Gathering
10:00 AM Inauguration Program – Welcome Note
10:10 AM Inaugural Address
10:20 AM Special Address – Chief Guest (TBD)
10:35 AM Special Address – Guest (TBD)
10:50 AM Special Address – Guest (TBD)
11:05 AM Inauguration of Hackathon
11:15 AM Momento Distribution
11:30 AM Orientation of Hackathon
11:45 AM Vote of Thanks
12:00 Noon – 12:45 PM College Visit
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Lunch Break
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Presentation Preparation
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM Hackathon General House Rules
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM Tea Break
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Cultural Night

Day - 2

Time Activity
9:00 AM Registrations for Breakout Rooms
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Idea Pitches
11:30 AM – 12:00 Noon Tea Break
12:00 Noon – 2:00 PM Idea Pitches
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Lunch Break
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Valedictory Program
• Speaker Talks
• Momento Distribution
• Certificates for Volunteers
• Declaration of Winners
• Vote of Thanks
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Guests Hi-Tea
END OF HACKATHON

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