1st
First Prize
₹1,00,000
National Level Hackathon 2026
INDUX 5.0 – 2026
AI for Real-World Impact
INDUX 5.0 – 2026 is a national-level hackathon focused on “AI for Real-World Impact,” bringing together young innovators, academia, and industry to develop practical, AI-powered solutions to real-world challenges.
Countdown to 23 October 2026
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Hours of Innovation
1000+
Innovators
₹3L+
Prize Pool
About the Hackathon
INDUX 5.0 – 2026
INDUX 5.0 – 2026 is a national-level hackathon focused on “AI for Real-World Impact,” bringing together young innovators, academia, and industry to develop practical, AI-powered solutions to real-world challenges. The hackathon encourages innovation and collaboration across emerging technologies, empowering participants to build, innovate, and create meaningful impact.
This initiative is designed to foster creativity, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary thinking while connecting students, startups, researchers, and industry leaders around real business and societal challenges.
Focus Areas
Explore the domains where AI and emerging technologies can create real-world impact.
AI & Generative AI
Smart Manufacturing
Industrial IoT (IIoT)
Robotics & Intelligent Automation
Cybersecurity & Digital Trust
Digital Twin & Simulation
Computer Vision & Image Processing
Retail & Intelligent Commerce
Multilingual AI & Language Technologies
Environment, Health & Safety (EHS)
Sustainability & Green Technologies
Data Analytics & Predictive Intelligence
Space Technology & Exploration
Defence, Security & Strategic Technologies
Three-Stage Selection Process
Stage 1
Abstract, PPT & Video Submission
Stage 2
Online Interview & Team Screening
Stage 3
Onsite 24-Hour Hackathon & Prototype Demo
Important Dates & Engagement Timeline
- 25 August – 5 September 2026 Problem Statement Submission
- 7 September 2026 Problem Statement Shortlisting
- 8 September 2026 Problem Statements Live on Website
- 23–24 October 2026 Demo Day & Industry Showcase at Vikrant University, Gwalior
Rewards & Recognition
Build bold ideas. Win big impact.
₹3,00,000+
Prize Pool
2nd
Second Prize
₹75,000
3rd
Third Prize
₹50,000
Grant
Prototype Development
Up to ₹50,000
Career
Internship & Incubation
Career opportunities and startup incubation support
Exposure
Certificates & Media
For all participants
Leadership Team
Advisory Committee
Prof. (Dr.) Atul Kumar
Vice Chancellor, Vikrant University
Mr. Manav Prasad
CEO and Co-Founder, Gokloud
Dr. Richa Verma
Registrar, Vikrant University
Why Partner with INDUX 5.0?
Pan-India Visibility
Reach 1000+ innovators, developers, researchers, and technology enthusiasts.
Innovation Collaboration
Engage with emerging solutions across AI, Generative AI, Robotics, IIoT, Cybersecurity, and Data Analytics.
Talent Engagement
Discover and connect with young, future-ready technology talent.
Brand Recognition
Gain visibility across digital platforms, event communications, and national outreach.
Industry Participation
Contribute real-world problem statements and engage through mentorship, judging, and technology showcases.
Contact Us
Prof. Anand Kumar Singh
Dean Academics, Vikrant University, Gwalior (M.P.)
Mobile: +91 77730 04155
Prof. Aishwarya Singh
Mobile: +91 79874 59533
Prof. Narrotam Dutt Upadhyay
Mobile: +91 9907059984
Website: https://induxhack.com/
Email: [email protected]