Are you a student interested in Quantum Computing, Quantum AI, Cryptography, Chemistry, or emerging quantum technologies?

Q-HACK INDIA 2026 is a national-level quantum hackathon hosted by QuantumRIT, Bengaluru, as part of Quantum Week 2026 : https://www.quantumweek.tech/

Hackathon at a Glance

• Format: 2 Rounds + Grand Finale
• Team Size: 3–4 members
• Eligibility: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students
• Format: Online + In-person Finale
• Finale: Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru
• Round 1 Deadline: 7 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST

Timeline

Round 1 — Idea & Prototype Submission
27 September – 7 October 2026

Round 2 — Enhancement Sprint
10 – 29 October 2026

Grand Finale
30 – 31 October 2026
📍 Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru

Tracks

• Quantum Biotech & Chemistry
• Quantum Security & Cryptography
• Quantum AI & Software
• Open Quantum Innovation

You are free to define your own problem and solution within your chosen track. The quantum component should play a meaningful role in your approach.

What You Need for Round 1

Your submission should include:

• Idea PPT — Maximum 10 slides
• Demo Video — Maximum 3 minutes
• Minimal Prototype
• GitHub Repository

PPT Template

Use the official hackathon PPT template:

Q-HACK INDIA PPT Template

Note: Make a copy of the template before editing.

Important

• Teams must have 3–4 members.
• All team members must register individually on Devfolio.
• Form your team on Devfolio before submitting Round 1.
• Only the Team Lead should submit the Round 1 project form.
• The submitted project should include the required PPT, demo video, prototype and GitHub repository.

Register on Devfolio

Q-HACK INDIA 2026 — Devfolio

Submit Round 1

Round 1 Project Submission

Deadline: 7 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST

If you're curious about quantum but haven't built with it before, this is also a good opportunity to learn by building. You don't need to wait for the perfect idea — form your team and start.

Organised by QuantumRIT | Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru

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