RVIT Presents • October 6–8, 2026

HACKPRADESH 2026

IDEAS BEYOND LIMITS • 36 HOURS NON-STOP

36 hours of non-stop innovation, building, and code at RV Institute of Technology, Chebrolu. Registration: October 6 (8:00 AM – 11:00 AM) • Hackathon Kickoff: 7:00 PM • Concludes October 8. Compete solo or in teams of up to 5 across 5 high-impact tracks for the ₹50,000 Prize Pool.

36 Hours Non-Stop
RVIT, Chebrolu
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✓ Open to all UG & PG students across India • RVIT certificates included
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Kickoff: Oct 6 at 7:00 PM • Complete 36 Hours
◆ 36 Hours Non-Stop Hackathon
◆ Registration: Oct 6, 8:00–11:00 AM
◆ Hackathon Kickoff: Oct 6, 7:00 PM
◆ ₹50,000 Prize Pool
◆ 3 Evaluation Rounds (Round 2 Elimination)
◆ RV Institute of Technology Chebrolu
◆ Free Meals & Snacks All 36h
◆ Official RVIT Certificates & Goodies
◆ Solo or Teams Up to 5 Hackers
◆ 36 Hours Non-Stop Hackathon
◆ Registration: Oct 6, 8:00–11:00 AM
◆ Hackathon Kickoff: Oct 6, 7:00 PM
ABOUT THE HACKATHON

Step into HackPradesh 2026

HackPradesh 2026 is an intense 36-hour inter-collegiate hackathon organized by RV Institute of Technology, Chebrolu, Guntur District. It brings together brilliant developers, designers, and innovators to build working solutions for real-world challenges across 5 modern domains from October 6 to 8, 2026.

36h
Non-Stop Coding
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5
Specialized Tracks
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₹50K
Total Prize Pool
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1–5
Members per Team
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THE EXPERIENCE

Why You Should Hack with Us

Everything you need to turn ambitious ideas into functional, pitch-ready software and hardware.

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Build Real Prototypes

36 hours to engineer a working MVP from scratch — a battle-tested portfolio piece that grabs recruiters' attention.

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₹50,000 Prize Pool

Direct cash prize pool along with winner trophies, certificates of excellence, and VIP tech goodies.

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1-on-1 Mentorship

Experienced industry engineers and domain faculty roam the floor to debug, unblock, and refine your pitch.

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Network & Connect

Collaborate with ambitious students across colleges, exchange ideas, and build lasting friendships with fellow hackers.

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Verified RVIT Certificates

Every attendee receives an official participation certificate accredited by RV Institute of Technology.

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36h Fuel & Accommodations

Full campus security, rest pods, high-speed Wi-Fi, midnight coffee, hot meals, and energy snacks provided throughout all 36h.

DOMAINS & TRACKS

Choose Your Innovation Arena

Pick from 6 forward-looking domains. Problem statements tailored to each track will be unlocked on hackathon morning.

AI & Machine Learning

Harness LLMs, computer vision, neural models, and agentic workflows to build intelligent automations and reasoning systems.

PyTorch LLMs OpenCV Agents
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM

Internet of Things (IoT)

Integrate microcontrollers, sensory arrays, edge hardware, and telemetry into smart, reactive physical environments.

ESP32 Arduino MQTT Robotics
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM

Cyber Security

Detect vulnerabilities, build zero-trust defenses, harden application surfaces, and design resilient cryptographic protocols.

PenTesting Crypto Zero-Trust AppSec
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM

Data Science & Analytics

Turn raw, high-volume datasets into predictive insight, intuitive interactive dashboards, and actionable intelligence.

Python BigData PowerBI Forecast
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM

Digital Twin

Mirror physical machinery, buildings, and industrial ecosystems with live 3D simulations and continuous data feedback loops.

Three.js Unity CAD/BIM Simulation
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM

Web Development

Architect robust, high-performance full-stack web platforms, responsive user interfaces, REST/GraphQL APIs, and serverless applications.

React/Next Node.js Full-Stack Cloud APIs
● Problem Release: Oct 6 • 6:00 PM
01001 10110 • COMPLETE 36-HOUR HACKATHON TIMELINE

Complete 36-Hour Hackathon Timeline

Ideas Beyond Limits — RV Institute of Technology (RVIT), Chebrolu • 6–8 October 2026

REGISTRATION • INAUGURATION • SPONSORS • HACKATHON START
🪪 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM CHECK-IN
Registration & ID Card Distribution
Participant registration, verification and ID card distribution.
🎤 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM INAUGURAL
Inauguration Ceremony
Welcome, guest speeches and official opening.
🍽 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM REFUEL
Lunch Break
Lunch served at campus dining hall.
🤝 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM SPONSORS
Sponsor Sessions
Sponsor speeches, presentations and interaction.
☕ 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM REFUEL
Break & Refreshments
Snacks and preparation.
📋 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM BRIEFING
Problem Statement Release & Room Allocation
Problem statements, domain briefing, room/team allocation.
🚀 7:00 PM Sharp 36-HOUR CLOCK STARTS
36-Hour Hackathon Begins
Official development starts! The 36-hour countdown clock is officially ticking.

🔥 THREE EVALUATION ROUNDS

Rigorous milestone reviews conducted by technical domain experts & academic evaluation panel

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ROUND 1 — ARCHITECTURE & TECH CHECK

7 Oct • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Problem statement understanding, database & system architecture, chosen tech stack feasibility.

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ROUND 2 — PROTOTYPE ELIMINATION

7 Oct • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Working MVP execution, code quality, edge-case resilience, feature progress and jury Q&A defense.

ELIMINATION ROUND
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ROUND 3 — GRAND FINALE & DEMO

8 Oct • 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Polished live stage presentation, product scalability, practical impact and final grand prize scoring.

FINAL WINNER SELECTION
⚡ 36-HOUR CONTINUOUS ROADMAP ⚡
STAGE 01
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Hackathon Begins
6 Oct • 7:00 PM Sharp
STAGE 02
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Round 1 Check
7 Oct • 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
STAGE 03
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Round 2 Elimination
7 Oct • 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
STAGE 04
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Overnight Sprint
7–8 Oct • Mentor Support
STAGE 05
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36 Hours Complete
8 Oct • 7:00 AM (Code Freeze)
STAGE 06
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Round 3 Grand Finale
8 Oct • 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
STAGE 07
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₹50,000 Winner Prize
8 Oct • 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
STAGE 08
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Certificates & Goodies
8 Oct • 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
IDEAS BEYOND LIMITS  •  36 HOURS NON-STOP  •  RVIT CHEBROLU
THE CAMPUS

RV Institute of Technology

World-Class Hacking Environment

Situated in Chebrolu, Guntur District, Andhra Pradesh, RVIT boasts state-of-the-art computational infrastructure, high-speed campus networking, and comfortable facilities tailored for 24-hour endurance hackathons.

⚡ Uninterrupted 24/7 Power Backup
📶 Dedicated Gigabit Campus Wi-Fi
❄️ Air-Conditioned Workspaces & Labs
☕ 24h Meals, Refreshments & Security
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SUPPORT & COORDINATION

Meet the Organizers

Need help with registration, domain questions, or travel arrangements? Contact the student lead team directly.

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Lead Organizer
Muhammad Ayyoob
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Co-Organizer
Sai Vardan
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Technical Lead
Hari Chandra Sekhar
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KM
Operations Lead
K. Manoj
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HACKER FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions before signing up? Here are the most common things hackers ask us.

Who is eligible to participate in HackPradesh 2026?

Any undergraduate, postgraduate, or diploma student enrolled in an accredited college or university is eligible. We welcome students from all years and branches — whether you are a fresher or a seasoned builder!

What is the team size and registration fee?

Teams can consist of 1 to 5 members (solo participants are welcome). The registration fee is ₹300 per participant, which covers full access to the 36-hour event, official welcome kit, meals, snacks, coffee, Wi-Fi, and certificates. Additional team members' details are optional during registration.

What is the prize pool?

The event features a total cash prize pool of ₹50,000 along with HackPradesh Winner Trophies, excellence certificates, VIP tech swag, and mentorship opportunities.

What are the 5 hackathon domain tracks?

The tracks are: 1) AI & Machine Learning, 2) Internet of Things (IoT), 3) Cyber Security, 4) Data Science & Analytics, and 5) Digital Twin. Detailed industry-aligned problem statements will be revealed during the opening ceremony on October 6 at 7:00 AM.

What hardware / software should our team bring?

Bring your own laptops, chargers, extension cords, and any specialized hardware (e.g., Arduino, ESP32, sensor kits) needed for IoT or Digital Twin tracks. RVIT will provide power boards, high-speed Wi-Fi, and workstations.

Will food and overnight accommodation be provided?

Yes! Lunch, dinner, midnight refreshments, morning breakfast, and continuous coffee/water will be served on campus across all 36 hours. Designated rest zones are available for hackers needing a short power nap.

REGISTRATION: OCT 6 • 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Ready to Break Limits at HackPradesh?

Join 500+ builders, creators, and engineers at RV Institute of Technology this October 6–8, 2026. Registration: Oct 6 (8:00–11:00 AM) • Hackathon Kickoff: 7:00 PM. Compete for the ₹50,000 Prize Pool.

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