About DecentraHack 2.0
DecentraHack 2.0 is a 3-round student hackathon organized by the LFDT Student Chapter at Pimpri Chinchwad College of Engineering (PCCOE), Pune.
Build what matters. Prove why it needs to exist.
The hackathon is centered around three themes:
- Agentic AI
- Blockchain / Web3
- Open Source
Teams are free to identify and solve a real-world problem within these themes and use any tools or technologies they choose, including AI tools.
Our focus is not just on writing code. We want teams to demonstrate why their solution is useful, who needs it, how it can be built, and what real-world impact it can create.
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The 3 Rounds
Round 1: Idea Submission
Submit an abstract within a 500-word limit covering:
- The idea
- The problem and real-world impact
- Feasibility
- Novelty
- Architecture
- Revenue model
Round 2: Development Phase
Qualified teams develop their solution and submit:
- A working demo video through a Google Drive link
- A presentation
The submission link must be accessible before submission.
Round 3: Final Presentation
The top 15 teams will pitch their solutions in person on 9 October 2026 at the Computer Building, PCCOE campus.
Teams will present a working demo along with their presentation.
Why DecentraHack?
Code is only the starting point. We want to see solutions that solve real problems and have a clear reason to exist.
Build something useful. Build something meaningful. Build something that matters.
Key Information
Registration: 20 September 2026 to 30 September 2026
Final: 9 October 2026
Venue: Computer Building, PCCOE, Pune
Team Size: 2 to 4 members
Eligibility: College students in second year and above
Prize Pool: ₹15,000+
Requirements
What to Build
Build a working solution that addresses a real-world problem under one or more of the following themes:
- Agentic AI
- Blockchain / Web3
- Open Source
You may combine multiple themes and use any tools or technologies, including AI tools.
Your solution should demonstrate:
- A clearly defined problem
- Real-world relevance and impact
- A feasible solution
- A novel or differentiated approach
- A clear system architecture
- A sustainable revenue model
What to Submit
Round 1: Idea Submission
Submit an abstract of maximum 500 words covering:
1. The idea
2. The problem it solves and its real-world impact
3. Feasibility
4. Novelty
5. Architecture
6. Revenue model
Round 2: Working Demo + PPT
Teams qualifying for Round 2 must submit:
- A working demonstration of the solution
- A demo video shared through a Google Drive link
- A presentation/PPT
Make sure the Google Drive link is accessible before submission.
Round 3: Final Presentation
The top 15 teams will present their solution in person at PCCOE.
Finalists must present:
- A working demo
- Their presentation/PPT
Final presentation date: 9 October 2026
Venue: Computer Building, PCCOE campus
Mode: Offline
Further Round 1 and Round 2 deadlines and submission instructions will be shared with qualified teams through the official participant groups.
Prizes
Prize pool
Prize Pool: ₹15,000+
Detailed prize distribution will be announced soon.
Top winners will also receive goodies and memberships.
Certificates will be provided to all participants.
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Dr. Sonali D. Patil
Professor and Head of Department Computer Engineering
Dr. Asmita Manna
Assistant Professor
Judging Criteria
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Usefulness
How useful is the solution, and who does it help? -
Requirement
What difference can the solution make if it is successfully implemented? -
Real-world Impact
What difference can the solution make if it is successfully implemented? -
Novelty
How original or differentiated is the proposed approach? -
Architecture
How well is the technical solution designed and structured?
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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