Tech For Earth Hackathon: what happens next

Tech For Earth Hackathon 2026 poster

Submissions for the Tech For Earth Hackathon – Edition 1 closed on 31 October 2026. Thank you to every team that sent in a solution to reduce fugitive dust.

The road ahead

November 2026 Shortlisting of applications based on application form information (Level 1)
December 2026 Physical presentation and demo at IIT Delhi for shortlisted teams (Level 2)
February 2027 National Conclave and final event: product demonstrations, final presentations and results

What finalists receive

  • Grant support of up to ₹5 lakh from Glenmark Foundation
  • Incubation support at CERCA, IIT Delhi
  • Mentorship and technical validation support

Shortlisted teams will be contacted directly by the organisers.