Build and Grow AI Hackathon 2.0 (Mumbai & Pune)

Data Axle, Pune and Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering, Mumbai, Mumbai and Pune, Mumbai & Pune, 400001

GDG Cloud Mumbai

Move beyond the basics. This exclusive hackathon is designed for professionals and emerging developers ready to master the full AI development lifecycle powered by Google’s cutting-edge AI solutions.

Jan 24, 3:30 AM – Jan 26, 3:30 AM (UTC)

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About this event

​Join us for this exciting, high-energy event designed to spark innovation, teamwork, and rapid prototyping. Whether you're competing as an individual or part of a team, this is your chance to build something impactful and grow your skills in a competitive and collaborative environment. This isn't just a hackathon; it's your chance to innovate, compete, and leave your mark.

​🗓️ Event Timeline -

  • ​Hackathon Kick-off: January 24th - 25th, 2026(Pre-Hackathon in the respective cities at Mumbai & Pune)

  • ​Grand Finale: January 26th, 2026(Mumbai Only)

📍 Important Location & Selection Details: -

  • Phase 1 (Pre-Hackathon - 24th & 25th):

  • Phase 2 (Grand Finale - Jan 26th):

    • Held exclusively in Mumbai(Travel & Accommodation is not included)

    • Selection: This is an exclusive Project Showcase & Presentation round.

    • Only the Top 30 Teams from the Pre-Hackathon will be shortlisted to travel to Mumbai and present their solutions to the judges.

✨ Theme - 
Harness the power of Google’s cutting-edge AI solutions to design impactful, practical, and innovative agentic use cases that solve real-world challenges across the following domains:

  • 🏥 HealthTech: Smarter healthcare and diagnostics

  • 🌾 AgriTech: Smart farming and agricultural innovation

  • 💳 FinTech: Financial automation, risk analysis, and real-time fraud prevention

  • 🎓 EduTech: Personalized learning, assessment, and skill-building platforms at scale 

  • 🔐 Cyber Security: Threat detection, prevention, and intelligent security systems 

Don't worry, if your solution doesn't fall under any of the domain, we've an open category, where you can propose & build impactful AI driven solutions as Open Problem

​🎟️ Key Takeaways

  • ​ Forge Powerful Connections: This is more than a competition; it's a hub for talent. Connect with tech leaders, startup founders, and senior engineers. Your next co-founder, mentor, or career opportunity is in the room.

  • Get Expert Mentorship: Receive personalized feedback and have your project evaluated by seasoned professionals who are at the forefront of the AI revolution.

  • ​Win Impressive Prizes: Compete for an exciting pool of prizes and gain recognition for your innovation and hard work.

  • ​Shape the Future of AI: Showcase your project on a major platform, make your mark, and build a solution that could define what's next.

  • ​Amplify Your Brand: Get your project and profile spotlighted across all our social media platforms, giving you massive exposure to the wider tech community.

​🎟️ Registration & Team Details Team Size:

  • ​Team Size: Participants may compete individually or in teams of up to a maximum of 3 members.

  • ​Registration Cost: Free of Charge (Registration is mandatory).

  • ​Important: The submitted ticket will be directed solely to the team lead responsible for completing the registration form.

  • ​Registration Deadline: Ticket sales conclude at 12:00 AM on 16th January 2026.

​⚠️ Important Notes

  • ​Laptops are Compulsory: This is a coding-intensive hackathon. Please bring your own device, fully charged. Participants without a laptop will NOT BE ADMITTED.

  • ​Be on Time: The event will begin sharp at 10:00 AM. Late arrivals may affect team formation and participation eligibility.

  • ​Personal Belongings: The management is not responsible for any lost or misplaced items; you are solely responsible for your belongings.

  • Open to Professionals & Students: Please carry a valid Government ID (for professionals) or College ID (for students) for verification at the registration desk.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Team Registration Instructions Please Read Before Registering:

This registration form must be completed by the Team Lead ONLY.

  • One Ticket Per Team: A single ticket will be generated for the Team Lead. This single ticket grants entry to your entire team (maximum 3 members).

  • Do Not Duplicate: Please do not have every team member register individually.

  • Teammate Details: You will be asked to provide the names of your teammates in the questions below.

If you are participating as an individual, simply leave the teammate name fields blank.

Agenda

12:30 PMHackathon Kickoff

Partner

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Organizers

  • Abhishek Sharma

    Lead Cloud Engineer

  • Niharika Dhanik

    Cloud Engineer

  • Rushabh Mahale

    Searce inc

    Cloud Engineer

  • Nikunj Shah

    Winjit Tech

    Sr. AVP- India & Mauritius