Hack0'Clock
Where Time Meets Innovation
18 hours. Unlimited ideas. ₹20,000 in prizes. Build something that changes the world — before the clock runs out.
Hackathon Begins In
About
What is Hack0'Clock?
Hack0'Clock is a 18-hour team hackathon where the clock is your biggest challenge and your biggest motivator. We bring together the brightest minds to compress months of innovation into a single adrenaline-fueled day.
Build in 18 Hours
From idea to working prototype in 18 intense hours. The pressure is real, the results are extraordinary.
Collaborate & Compete
Teams of 2-4. Diverse skill sets. One shared goal — build something that matters.
Win Big
₹20,000 in prizes, cloud credits, mentorship, and direct investor introductions.
Prizes
₹20,000 Prize Pool
Compete for glory, career-changing opportunities, and serious cash.
- ✓Trophy + Certificate
- ✓Mentorship sessions
- ✓Featured on our platform
- ✓Trophy + Certificate
- ✓Mentorship sessions
- ✓Trophy + Certificate
- ✓Goodies bag
Schedule
Event Timeline
April 23–24, 2026 · Every minute counts.
Registration & Kit Distribution
Participant check-in, kit collection, and venue allocation.
Problem Statement Reveal
Official distribution of the hackathon challenges.
Ideation & Submission
Teams draft abstracts and technical solution approaches.
⚡ Hacking Begins
Official development start and initial prototyping.
Lunch Break
Mid-day recharge for all participants.
Development Phase II
Active building and coding continues.
Tea & Snacks Break
Short break for refreshments.
Core Building Phase
Implementation of major features and core functionality.
Dinner Break
Evening meal and networking.
Final Development Phase
Overnight coding with a Fun Session at 2:00 AM.
🛑 Hacking Ends
Final submission of GitHub repos and PPTs.
Final Presentations
Top selected teams pitch their solutions (5-min pitch + Q&A).
Conclusion
Final rounds wrap up.
Tracks
Choose Your Domain
5 high-impact tracks across tomorrow's most critical technology areas.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Generative AI, neural networks, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
FinTech
Secure payments, digital banking, wealth management, and financial accessibility.
Healthcare & Wellbeing
Digital health, telemedicine, medical diagnostics, and fitness tracking.
Sustainability & Environment
Green tech, carbon tracking, renewable energy, and circular economy.
Cybersecurity
Data privacy, threat detection, secure authentication, and cryptography.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Any student or working professional can participate. Teams of 2–4 members are allowed. All skill levels are welcome — we have tracks for beginners and experts alike.
The registration fee is ₹350 per head. This covers your food, swag kit, and event access for the full 18 hours.
No! Problem statements are revealed at the opening ceremony. You can come with a vague idea or no idea at all — that's the fun of a hackathon.
Your laptop, chargers, student/employee ID, and your team's energy! We provide internet, food, snacks, and a comfortable working environment.
Projects are evaluated on: Innovation (25%), Technical Complexity (25%), Execution & Demo (25%), and Real-World Impact (25%). Judges are senior engineers, founders, and VCs.
Yes! Domain experts in AI/ML, Web3, Cybersecurity, and FinTech will be available throughout the event. You can book 15-minute slots via the event app.
Absolutely. You can use any public API, framework, or open-source library. You must build the core solution at the hackathon — no pre-built projects.
Our team verifies your payment within 24 hours. You'll receive a confirmation email with your registration details and hackathon kit instructions.
Ready to race the clock?
Join 200+ developers, designers, and entrepreneurs for the most intense 18 hours of your career.
Register Now — ₹350 per head