Get ready to innovate, collaborate, and build!
GDG Cloud New Delhi, in collaboration with Turgon, is hosting an exciting hackathon designed to bring developers, designers, and innovators together to create impactful real-time experiences.

Participants will work in teams to brainstorm, prototype, and build functional solutions over an intense two-day sprint. This hackathon aims to challenge your creativity and technical skills as you explore cloud technologies, Agentic AI, and cutting-edge communication tools.

Expect mentorship from industry experts, networking opportunities with like-minded developers, and exciting prizes for the most innovative solutions. Whether you’re a student or a professional, this is your chance to learn, collaborate, and showcase your ideas on a big stage.

Come with ideas, leave with innovation.

Event Page: https://www.commudle.com/communities/gdgcloudnd/hackathons/hackfest-2-0

HackFest 2.0 – Event Rounds & Timeline

Round 0 – Registration Screening - 17 Feb 2026 | 06:00 – 23:59

Teams will be shortlisted based on their registration details and eligibility criteria.

Round 1 – Idea Submission & Team Lock - 18 Feb 2026 | 00:00 – 20 Feb 2026 | 00:00

Teams must submit their project ideas in the prescribed format. The organizing team will review submissions and shortlist teams for the next stage.

Round 2 – Kickoff & Prototype Design (Mentorship Round) - 21 Feb 2026 | 12:00 – 15:00

Teams will design UI/UX prototypes and finalize system architecture. Mentors will evaluate user flow, technical feasibility, and overall project scope before development begins.

Round 3 – Development Phase (Mentorship Round) - 21 Feb 2026 | 21:30 – 22 Feb 2026 | 01:00

Teams will build their solutions based on the finalized prototype and architecture. Mentors and admins will provide hands-on technical guidance throughout the development process.

Round 4 – Final Review by Mentors - 22 Feb 2026 | 08:00 – 10:30

Completed projects will be reviewed by mentors for final feedback and refinement. The top 10–15 teams will move forward to the judging round.

Round 5 – Final Review by Judges - 22 Feb 2026 | 10:00 – 12:30

Judges will evaluate shortlisted teams based on innovation, technical depth, execution, and real-world impact. Winners will be announced at the end of this round.