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EPOCH '26
EPOCH '26 is a 24-hour hackathon in Bangalore for student innovators building real-world solutions.
Starts In
Registrations are open. Slots are first come, first serve. Hackathon begins on May 1 at 11:00 AM.
Choose Your Lane.
Problem statements for each track will be released on the day of the event.
TRACK 01
AI for Social Good
Build intelligent systems that improve communities and solve practical civic problems.
Problem Statement will be revealed on Day 1TRACK 02
UN Sustainable Development Goals
Design resilient products that push measurable progress across environmental outcomes.
Problem Statement will be revealed on Day 1TRACK 03
Cybersecurity & Blockchain
Create secure digital experiences with trusted identity, data integrity, and privacy by design.
Problem Statement will be revealed on Day 1Win Big.
The ultimate victory deserves legendary rewards. Compete for glory and big prizes.
PrizePool
Total valuation in INR | ₹1,00,000 per domain
₹3,00,000
- ₹1,00,000 per domain
- Across 3 domains: ₹3,00,000 total
- Incubation and mentorship access
First Prize
₹1,50,000
Across 3 domains: ₹50,000 per domain for the winnerSecond Prize
₹90,000
Acorss 3 domains: ₹30,000 per domain for the runner-upThird Prize
₹60,000
Across 3 domains: ₹20,000 per domain for the third-place teamEvent Chronology
Hackathon Begins
Assemble teams and begin building.
11:00 AM
Lunch
Lunch break for all participants.
02:00 PM
Snacks
Evening snacks break.
05:00 PM
Dinner
Dinner break for teams.
08:00 PM
Jamming Session
Midnight creativity and deep work.
12:00 AM
Tea & Coffee
Refreshment break for participants.
04:00 AM
Breakfast
Breakfast served at venue.
08:00 AM
Judging Begins
Project evaluation starts.
11:00 AM
Valedictory Ceremony
Closing ceremony and announcements.
01:00 PM
Access Protocols
Registrations are team based and confirmed strictly on a first-come, first-serve basis after payment.
Single Round
Single Round: Grand Finale
₹1500
- Flat team registration fee
- First-come, first-serve slot allocation
- 24-hour offline hackathon at Vemana IT
- Complete payment to confirm your slot
Hackathon FAQ
A few quick answers before you register.
Quick Questions
Students from any college, any year, and any discipline can participate in teams of 2-4 members.
₹1500 per team (single round, non-refundable). Slots are first come, first serve.
Yes, EPOCH '26 is a fully offline 24-hour hackathon at Vemana Institute of Technology.
Yes, all participants must bring their own laptops and required accessories.
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