Dates
January 4th-7th, 2026
Eligibility
High school student participating in HackHarvard Challenge India 2026
Project and Submission Requirements
Prizes
1st Best Overall - Invited to HackHarvard 2026
2nd Best Overall - Posted on Website
3rd Best Overall - Posted on Website
Most Creative
Judging Criteria and Winner Selection
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Innovation, Creativity and Impact
How creative was the hack? Is it a completely new idea, or does it seem familiar? How effective would the hack be if implemented into the real world? -
Technical Complexity
How technically impressive is the hack? Does it exhibit extensive technical knowledge, and does it use advanced techniques effectively? -
Functionality and Usability
How easy is the hack to use? Does it run smoothly without error? How clear is the user journey, and does it flow intuitively? -
Collaboration and Learning
What is the team dynamic like? Does every team member seem to have contributed a fair share? If this is a solo project, did you explore and learn something new?