United University Presents
HACKDIWAS 3.0
A thrilling two-day software & hardware hackathon where brilliant minds build the future — April 23 & 24, 2026 at United University, Prayagraj.
Innovate. Code. Conquer.
HackDiwas 3.0 is the flagship hackathon of United University, bringing together innovators from across India to collaborate on real-world problems.
Spanning April 23–24, 2026, participants tackle multiple challenge domains. Whether your focus is software (digital product creation) or hardware (Mechanical, Electrical, Product Design), there's a place for you.
Proudly sponsored by Campus Saathi, this event offers unmatched networking, mentorship, and a prize pool to elevate your ideas.
Participant Guidelines
Everything you need to know to successfully register and compete in HackDiwas 3.0.
Registration & Eligibility
- Participants must be currently enrolled college students.
- Register directly via the portal after submitting the fee.
- Accommodation/travel expenses are not covered by United University for outstation teams.
Team Formation
- Teams must consist of 1 to 4 members (including the leader).
- Members from different departments are highly encouraged to team up.
- Software Edition: Bulk of the team must possess strong programming skills.
- Hardware Edition: Diverse skillsets (Mechanical, Electrical, Design, Programming) are advocated.
Idea Selection & Evaluation
- Ideas are evaluated by experts post-submission.
- Criteria: Novelty, complexity, clarity, feasibility, practicability, sustainability, scale of impact, and user experience.
- Shortlisted teams will be notified on our portal and via email by April 19, 2026.
Mode of Hackathon
- HackDiwas 3.0 is purely an offline event.
- All teams must be physically present at the United University center.
- Event dates: April 23rd & 24th, 2026.
Idea Presentation Format
Your idea submission must follow this exact PPT template structure. Max 6 slides allowed.
Title Page
Include Problem Statement ID, Problem Title, Theme, Category (Software/Hardware), Team ID, and registered Team Name.
Proposed Solution
Provide a detailed explanation of your idea/prototype. Explain exactly how it addresses the problem, highlighting its uniqueness and innovation.
Technical Approach
List technologies used (languages, frameworks, hardware). Show methodology and process (use flow charts, images, or prototype diagrams).
Feasibility & Viability
Analyze the feasibility of your idea. Detail potential challenges or risks, and outline your strategies for overcoming them.
Impact & Benefits
Define the potential impact on your target audience. List the social, economic, or environmental benefits of your solution.
Research & References
Provide details or direct links to the reference materials and research work that backed up your proposed solution.
Important Instructions: Use points, diagrams, and infographics. Avoid long paragraphs. You MUST save the final file as a PDF and upload it to the portal. (No Word/PPTX formats supported for final upload).
Themes & Problem Statements
Choose a theme and build something that matters. Explore all 59 problem statements across 8 domains.
Agriculture
Healthcare
Modern Technology & Cyber Awareness
Education
Environment & Sustainability
Smart Cities
Defense, Safety & National Security
Student Innovation — Open Track
Event Timeline
Two days of intense hacking, mentorship, and competition.
- 08:00 AMRegistration & Check-inKit distribution & briefing
- 10:00 AMInauguration CeremonyWelcome by VC & Campus Saathi team
- 11:30 AMProblem Statement Reveal 🔥Official release of all challenge statements
- 12:00 PMHacking Begins 🚀Clock starts — 36 hours of hacking!
- 03:00 PMMentor Round 1Industry mentors guide your team
- 09:00 AMMentor Round 2Final guidance & prototype reviews
- 12:00 PMHacking Ends 🏁Code freeze — submission portal closes
- 01:00 PMProject PresentationsTeams present to a panel of judges
- 05:30 PMClosing Ceremony & Prize Distribution 🏆Awards, certificates & group photo
Faculty Coordinator
Meet the guiding force behind HackDiwas 3.0
Mr. Naveen Kumar
Faculty Coordinator, HackDiwas 3.0
United University, Prayagraj
Organizers
For any queries, feel free to contact Team HackDiwas 3.0
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you register.
Ready to Hack the Future?
Join 500+ innovators at HackDiwas 3.0. 48 hours. 59 problem statements. Infinite possibilities.
REGISTER NOWRegistration Fee: ₹349/team · Team Size: 1–4 Members · Venue: United University