Reskilll, India’s leading hackathon platform, curates the best student hackathons every year. Here’s our 2026 guide for college students looking to compete, build portfolios, and win prizes.
Why Students Should Join Hackathons
- Build real projects in 24-48 hours
- Network with industry mentors from Microsoft, Google, Meta
- Win prizes, internships, and job offers
- Stand out in placements with hackathon wins on your resume
Top Student Hackathons on Reskilll in 2026
1. iQOO Hackathon 2026 — Delhi NCR
8-hour AI sprint. Phone-first builds. INR 1,80,000 prize. Open to students, professionals, and startups. Register →
2. Build with AI × Google Cloud
Free 4-hour campus bootcamps across 50+ colleges. Build and deploy AI agents with Gemini API. Certificate + cloud credits. Learn more →
3. GitHub Code Innovation Series
Open-source hackathon for GitHub Campus Partner colleges. Build with Git, GitHub Actions, and the Student Developer Pack.
4. SahAI for Shiksha
AI for education hackathon by Wadhwani AI × Reskilll. Solve real problems in Indian education. Details →
5. MSHACK — Code for India
Microsoft’s flagship hackathon series. Azure-powered, enterprise tracks, 500+ innovators.
How to Get Started
- Sign up free at reskilll.com/signup
- Browse hackathons at reskilll.com/discover
- Filter by “Student” to find eligible events
- Form a team (1-5 members typically)
- Register and start building!
FAQ
Are student hackathons free?
Yes, all student hackathons on Reskilll are completely free to participate.
Do I need coding experience?
Not always. Many hackathons have beginner tracks. You can join as a designer, product thinker, or domain expert.
Can I participate solo?
Most hackathons allow solo participation, though teams of 2-4 are recommended.
Reskilll — where 7M+ developers discover and compete in hackathons. Find your next hackathon →