Welcome to HackNova 3.0, the flagship hackathon by the Newton School of Coding Club at SRM. HackNova 3.0 brings together passionate developers, creators, and tech enthusiasts in an electrifying environment driven by innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving.

More than just a hackathon, HackNova 3.0 is a platform where bold ideas turn into real-world solutions. Participants will explore and build across the following tracks:

  • Web3 & Blockchain

  • Generative AI

  • Health Tech

  • Inclusion & Accessibility

  • IoT & Embedded Systems

  • Open Innovation

Building on the grand success of HackNova 1.0 and 2.0, this third edition continues the legacy of fostering impactful innovation, hands-on learning, and meaningful collaboration among developers.​

Requirements

Submission Requirements
  • To successfully complete your HackNova 3.0 submission, participants must submit the following:
Project Deliverables

  • A working prototype (web app, mobile app, hardware prototype, or blockchain-based solution depending on the track).

  • A public GitHub repository with properly structured and documented code and the last commit till the submission deadline.

  • A live demo link (if applicable) OR a clear setup guide to run the project locally.

  • A 3–5 minute demo video explaining:

    • The problem statement

    • Your solution

    • Key features

    • Tech stack used

    • Future scope

Mandatory Details on Devpost

  • Project name and track selected

  • Clear problem statement

  • Detailed solution description

  • Tech stack used

  • Team member details

  • GitHub repository link

  • Demo video link

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

₹ 32,000 in prizes
Winner HackNova 3.0
₹ 15,000 in cash
1 winner

Cash of 15k rupees

1st Runner Up HackNova 3.0
₹ 10,000 in cash
1 winner

cash of 10k

2nd Runner Up
₹ 7,000 in cash
1 winner

cash of 7k

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Arsh Bhatia

Arsh Bhatia
Team Lead, Paytm

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation & Creativity
    How unique and original is the idea? Does the project present a novel approach to solving the problem, or apply existing technologies in a creative and impactful way?
  • Technical Implementation
    How effectively was the technology implemented? Are the tools, frameworks, APIs, or hardware components used appropriately and efficiently? Does the project demonstrate strong technical depth?
  • Impact & Practicality
    Does the solution address a real-world problem? How scalable, feasible, and practical is the project in real-life scenarios?
  • Design & User Experience
    Is the product intuitive, accessible, and well-designed? Does the UI/UX enhance usability and engagement?

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