Code. Create. Conquer. Join the Defy 26 Hackathon and push innovation beyond limits.
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Defy 26 is an innovative 48-hour hackathon where creative minds come together to build, innovate, and compete. It's a platform for developers, designers, and entrepreneurs to showcase their skills, collaborate with talented individuals, and create solutions that matter.
Key Points:
Defy the Limits
Pick a track that matches your skills and passion. Build innovative solutions and compete for amazing prizes.
Relive the unforgettable moments from last year's hackathon. Witness the innovation, collaboration, and creativity that defined Defy 25.
Ready to create new memories at Defy 26?
5th Dec, 2023
Choose a track to compete in and register your team.
5th Dec, 2023 - 15th Jan, 2024
Submit your Web3 Startup Idea using the DeFy template in the Ideation round. The template and rulebook can be found on Devfolio when you register.
15th Jan, 2024
Sit back and relax while the judges go through your submissions.
17th Jan, 2024
The Top 30 teams, who will be progressing to the Hackathon phase, shall be announced. These teams shall be invited to the main event spanning 3 days, happening offline at VIT Chennai.
22nd, 23rd & 24th Jan, 2024
Top teams will contend against each other in this 36-hour hack — where they not only have to build the prototype of their product, but also come up with an investor-ready Pitch Deck.
DeFy 26 is open to college students, from all backgrounds, who are passionate about Web3 and/or are aspiring entrepreneurs.
You can participate in teams of 4-6 if you fit the above criteria. Unfortunately, DeFy 26 does not permit solo participations.
Applications and submissions both close on 31st Dec, 2025.
Absolutely! This hackathon encourages collaboration, so we expect teams to be comprised of both tech-oriented and business-oriented participants. Make sure you have both kinds in your team.
Yes. Participants should not only showcase technical proficiency in their prototypes but also demonstrate a clear understanding of the market and the business potential of their ideas.
The prize pool sits at 1 Lakh+ Rupees, consisting cash rewards, tokens and goodies!
Registrations are free of cost to all.
While DeFy 26 is free-of-charge to participants thanks to our sponsors and partners, the event cannot cover travel or other expenses for attendees.