The Smart India Hackathon 2024 will kick off on December 11, marking one of India’s largest innovation competitions. This year, the event will take place in multiple states, where participants will create tech solutions for critical challenges across various sectors.
Organized by the Ministry of Education and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), the hackathon offers a platform for students, innovators, and professionals to showcase their skills. With greater participation nationwide, this year’s event promises to be more exciting with new challenges and elements.
What is Smart India Hackathon?
The Smart India Hackathon encourages students and professionals to create innovative solutions for real-world problems using technology. It features two main categories: the ‘Software Edition’ and the ‘Hardware Edition,’ addressing sectors like healthcare, education, agriculture, transportation, urban development, and public safety.
This year, participants will focus on “Problem Statements” from various ministries, public sector organizations, and corporate partners. Teams will design and develop prototypes to tackle these challenges, with chances to win cash prizes, internships, and recognition.
Where Will the Hackathon Be Held?
The Smart India Hackathon 2024 will be held in multiple states across India, focusing on cities with strong educational institutions and innovation ecosystems. Some of the states hosting the event include:
Maharashtra
Uttar Pradesh
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Delhi NCR
Telangana
West Bengal
Gujarat
Teams from universities and colleges across these locations will collaborate to solve real-time problems and present their solutions to a panel of judges.
Key Dates and Schedule
The Smart India Hackathon 2024 will kick off on December 11, with preliminary rounds across various locations. The competition will proceed through the following stages:
Round 1: Problem-solving and prototype development by teams
Round 2: Evaluation of prototypes and final selection of winning teams
Finals: Presentation of the best solutions to a panel of industry experts, innovators, and government representatives
Winners will be awarded cash prizes, internships, and career opportunities with government agencies, private companies, and startups. Additionally, some winning solutions may be implemented in real-world applications.
How to Participate in Smart India Hackathon?
Students and innovators interested in participating were required to register through the official website before the deadline. Selected teams have already been notified and are currently preparing their projects. The event is open to engineering, technology, and management students, as well as professionals with relevant expertise.
Participants will receive support from mentors and gain access to state-of-the-art facilities, making this an ideal platform to showcase their skills and acquire valuable experience. The hackathon aligns with the government’s goal of making India a global leader in innovation and digital transformation. Additionally, it bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world application, ensuring that students are not only skilled but also solution-oriented.
