Looking to dive into the exciting world of AI and machine learning? Fret not, as we list the top hackathons being organised globally this year. These hackathons offer a platform for tech enthusiasts, developers, and innovators to showcase their skills, collaborate on cutting-edge projects, and compete for exciting prizes.

Online Hackathon On Data-Driven Innovation For Citizen Grievance Redressal

Join the Online Hackathon on Data-driven Innovation for Citizen Grievance Redressal, organised by the Department of Administrative Reforms & Public Grievances (DARPG) of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions. The hackathon aims to address challenges in citizen grievance handling using data-driven solutions.

The top 3 most innovative solutions will be awarded cash prizes of Rs 2,00,000, Rs 1,00,000  and Rs 50,000, respectively. Participants, who could be students, researchers, startups, or even companies, can form teams of up to five members. Registration is open for those aged 18 and above. The teams must register on Janparichay and submit details on https://event.data.gov.in.

Selected entries will receive certificates, and DARPG will consider adopting the winning solutions for further development and implementation in the Citizen Grievance Redressal systems of the Government of India.

Data Science Student Championship

AI developers’ go-to platform, MachineHack, and Praxis Tech School are collectively calling upon the bright minds from engineering colleges and universities to participate in the third edition of the ‘Data Science Student Championship’. This collaboration invites undergraduate and postgraduate students from academic institutions across India to engage in the hackathon.

The two-month-long spectacle began on February 29 and will conclude on April 25. It promises the participants an exceptional platform to showcase their data science and problem analysis skills. The hackathon winners stand a chance to get: Rs 25,000 for the first prize, Rs 15,000 for the second place, and Rs 10,000 for the third position.

This data contest serves as a golden opportunity for students and academic researchers in various STEM fields to captivate the attention of premier firms. It’s the stage to unveil their capabilities, innovate, and make a mark for themselves in data science.

Google AI Hackathon 

Participate in the Google AI Hackathon and build creative apps using generative AI tools with Gemini. The winners stand a chance to win up to $50,000 in prizes, along with recognition from Google and meetings with the Google Labs team. Submit your code repository URL and a 3-minute demo video showcasing your app. 

Prizes will be awarded for creativity, business value, technical implementation, and community impact. Join this global hackathon to showcase your skills, innovate with AI, and win valuable rewards.

Bhasha Techathon 

In collaboration with Google Cloud and MachineHack, Bhashini presents Bhasha Techathon, where innovation converges with impact. The techathon invites participants to address six problem statements in the field of NLP. The goal is to cultivate effective and indigenous solutions to language-specific challenges. 

The techathon is scheduled to take place between March 8 and April 21, 2024. It is open for a diverse range of participants, including working professionals, startups, entrepreneurs, students, innovators, and freelancers. 

ISB Hackathon 2024 

ISB Institute of Data Science, in collaboration with the CyberPeace Foundation, is organising Hackathon 2024 from March to July 2024. This hackathon is focused on leveraging artificial intelligence and deep learning techniques to address the growing challenge of detecting deep fake images, videos, and text. Teams of one to five participants will have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions for this critical issue in today’s digital world.

The hackathon will follow a structured schedule, starting with team registration and a workshop to understand the problem statement. Participants will then receive the data set for Round 1, where they will submit their solutions to improve model efficiency. Top teams will be shortlisted for a presentation at ISB Hyderabad, where they will work on Round 2 and present their solutions to the jury. The winning team will be announced at the end of the hackathon.

Advanced RAG Hackathon

Advanced RAG Hackathon invites developers to build  RAG applications and chatbots using platforms like Vectara, LlamaIndex, Together AI, and Unstructured.io. The event features one week of intensive online development, including workshops and mentorship sessions, providing participants with the tools and guidance needed to succeed.

The hackathon will start on April 12 on the lablab.ai platform and discord server. With a prize pool of $14,000 (including $6,500 in cash) and special prizes from sponsors like LlamaIndex, Unstructured.io, Vectara, and Together AI, participants have the chance to win rewards and recognition for their creations. 

The hackathon also offers networking opportunities with fellow developers and startup enthusiasts, fostering collaboration and idea sharing.