36 hours. All in.
HACKFEST 4.0
08—09 Jan, 2027
Think big.Build bold.Make it real.
It’s not a bug. It’s the future.
Stay curious.
Go from “what if”
to “we made it.”
Different minds.
One shared mission.
Build something
worth staying
up for.
CMR HACKFEST brings student innovators together to solve industry-defined problems, turn ideas into working prototypes, and learn by building.
Across three editions.
15,000+Registrations
450+Teams invited
2,500+Participants
23States represented
Big problems.
Bigger possibilities.
11 themes shown
Make your mark.
Take the spotlight.
Cash prize pool up to
₹2,22,000
Dream it.Build it.
Win it.
Winner
₹1,00,000
First runner-up
₹60,000
Second runner-up
₹25,000
Three more reasons to celebrate.
3 consolation prizes of ₹5,000 each, including one exclusively for an all-girls team.
Stand out in your theme.
Theme-based awards of ₹2,000 each for ideas that make their mark.
Our sponsors.
Stronger together.
Our sponsor lineup will be announced here. Stay tuned for the people and organizations supporting CMR HACKFEST 4.0.
Sponsorship enquiriesGood things
come together.To be announced
come together.To be announced
Mark these.
Make your move.
- 25November 2026
Make it official.
Submit your team’s application before the registration deadline.
- 30November 2026
Watch your inbox.
Shortlisted teams will receive their acceptance by email on or before this date.
- 08–09January 2027
Let’s build the future.
Come to CMRCET, Hyderabad, for 36 hours of making, learning and pitching.
The detailed activity schedule will be shared with shortlisted teams.
Add event to calendarThe big picture.
Yours to keep.
The official Hackfest 4.0 poster. Every theme, prize and date, in one place.
Bring your people.
We’ll make room.
A team of 3–6 B.E./B.Tech students. Any engineering discipline. Any college. First hackathon? You’re welcome here.
- 1
Find your people.
Form a team of 3–6 engineering students and choose one theme.
- 2
Put your idea on paper.
Read the industry brief, prepare your proposal with the submission template, and complete the application form.
- 3
Keep an eye on your inbox.
Shortlisted teams will be notified by email and receive the next steps for participation and payment.
A weekend.
A world of possibility.
₹575per student
- Meals during the event
- Accommodation with basic facilities
- Internet access at the venue
Your pre-hack toolkit.
Official problem statementsA little clarity.
A lot less
guesswork.
Still have a question?
6 questions
Who can take part, and what is the team size?
Teams must have 3–6 B.E./B.Tech students. Members can come from different engineering disciplines and different colleges.
Is this open to first-time hackers?
Yes. You do not need previous hackathon experience to participate. Bring your team, curiosity and willingness to build.
How do we apply, and when is the deadline?
Complete the official registration form by 25 November 2026. Shortlisted teams will be informed by email on or before 30 November 2026. There is no spot registration.
What does the registration fee cover?
The published poster and FAQ list ₹575 per student, including food and accommodation with basic facilities during the event. Shortlisted teams will receive payment instructions from the organizers.
Can we change our team after registering?
Yes, but you must inform the coordinators well in advance. Contact the organizing team before making changes.
Can one team enter multiple themes?
No. The same team cannot participate in two different themes. Choose one theme and consult the official industry problem statements.
See you
in Hyderabad.
CMR College of Engineering
& Technology
Kandlakoya (V), Medchal Road
Hyderabad 501401, Telangana
Getting here.
Bus routes to CMRCET
Secunderabad railway station229 / 25S/229
MGBS bus station7K/229
LB Nagar90L/229
JBS bus station25S/229
Route information from the participant FAQ. Check current services when planning your journey.
Say hello.
We’re all ears.
Questions about your team, your stay, or your next step? The coordinators are here to help.
cmrhackfest@cmrcet.ac.in