Welcome to Devlance 2026

Innovation does not happen by chance ,it is engineered by students.

Welcome to Devlance 2026 – Engineering the Future, is not just another coding competition. It is a platform where ideas are transformed into scalable solutions, where execution matters more than theory, and where participants compete at a professional level to solve meaningful challenges across industries.

This hackathon is built for those who want to create products, systems, and innovations that can shape the future. Whether your expertise lies in Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, FinTech, Healthcare, Product Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Sustainability, Data Science, or Business Innovation—Devlance gives you the stage to prove your capability.

  Participants will work individually or in teams to build high-quality projects that are judged on innovation, technical strength, execution quality, scalability, and practical business value.

Our jury panel includes experienced professionals from leading companies, research institutions, startups, and universities. Their role is not just to evaluate projects, but to recognize work that demonstrates excellence and real implementation potential.

Devlance is designed for both students and professionals, ensuring that participants gain not only prizes but also recognition, visibility, networking opportunities, and long-term professional value.

This is where builders compete.

This is where ideas become products.

This is where the future gets engineered.

Welcome to Devlance 2026.

Themes 1. Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Systems

Artificial Intelligence is no longer optional—it is foundational. This theme focuses on solutions built using machine learning, generative AI, predictive systems, recommendation engines, natural language processing, automation, and intelligent decision-making.

Participants may create AI assistants, healthcare prediction systems, fraud detection platforms, recommendation engines, workflow automation systems, or enterprise AI tools.

The focus should remain on usable, scalable, and practical solutions.

2. Software Engineering & Product Development

Great engineering builds great products. This track focuses on system design, backend architecture, scalable applications, developer tools, SaaS platforms, APIs, workflow systems, and product-led innovation.

Participants can submit enterprise platforms, developer productivity tools, workflow automation systems, CRM platforms, SaaS products, and technical solutions that solve operational problems.

Strong engineering and execution quality will be highly valued.

3. Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

As digital systems grow, trust becomes critical. This theme includes cloud security, identity access management, endpoint protection, privacy systems, Zero Trust architecture, fraud prevention, cyber defense, and secure infrastructure.

Participants can create IAM tools, phishing prevention systems, monitoring dashboards, security automation platforms, compliance tools, and privacy-first digital solutions.

Projects should demonstrate reliability, trust, and professional relevance.

4. Finance, Banking & FinTech

Finance is being rebuilt through technology. This theme covers digital payments, personal finance systems, fraud prevention, banking solutions, compliance systems, financial inclusion, lending systems, and enterprise finance tools.

Projects may include payment platforms, financial literacy tools, fraud detection engines, smart lending systems, compliance dashboards, and investment intelligence platforms.

Business applicability and problem-solving strength are key.

5. Healthcare, Wellness & MedTech

Technology can transform healthcare delivery and accessibility. This theme invites solutions related to diagnostics, patient care, hospital systems, telemedicine, wellness platforms, mental health tools, and digital healthcare operations.

Participants may build patient management systems, AI diagnostics, healthcare dashboards, remote care platforms, and preventive health solutions.

Real-world usability is essential.

6. Cloud Infrastructure & DevOps

Scalable systems require strong infrastructure. This track focuses on cloud platforms, deployment automation, CI/CD systems, infrastructure reliability, containerization, platform engineering, and performance optimization.

Projects may include deployment tools, monitoring platforms, infrastructure dashboards, cost optimization systems, Kubernetes-based solutions, and cloud operations products.

Efficiency and scalability are the core evaluation metrics.

7. Sustainability & Climate Engineering

Engineering the future also means protecting it. This theme covers renewable energy, sustainable operations, climate intelligence, waste management, green logistics, agriculture innovation, and environmental monitoring.

Participants may create carbon tracking systems, agri-tech platforms, waste reduction tools, water conservation systems, and climate impact dashboards.

Impact and implementation are strongly valued.

8. Education, Skills & Learning Systems

Future-ready talent requires future-ready education. This track focuses on learning platforms, skill development tools, mentorship systems, career guidance, educational accessibility, and productivity solutions for learners.

Projects can include adaptive learning systems, certification tools, mentorship platforms, career mapping systems, and skill development ecosystems.

Accessibility and measurable outcomes are important.

9. Startup, Product Strategy & Business Innovation

Technology without execution has limited value. This theme focuses on startup systems, product strategy, growth frameworks, operational models, customer acquisition systems, and business innovation.

Participants may submit startup concepts, go-to-market strategies, SaaS growth systems, product roadmaps, and scalable business frameworks.

Execution clarity matters as much as the idea.

10. Open Innovation

Innovation should not be restricted by categories. This track welcomes interdisciplinary projects across management, legal tech, operations, logistics, HR systems, supply chain optimization, design systems, and social impact innovation.

If your project solves a real problem and creates measurable value, this is your category.

Innovation is open.

 

Requirements

To ensure fair and professional evaluation, all participants must complete the following:

  • Submit the final project before the official deadline
  • Provide a project title and clear short description
  • Submit a detailed explanation covering problem statement and solution approach
  • Include demo video or working prototype link
  • Provide GitHub repository link (if applicable)
  • Upload presentation deck or supporting documentation (recommended)
  • Clearly mention all team members (maximum 5 allowed)
  • Select the correct theme/category
  • Ensure originality and avoid plagiarism
  • Complete all improvements before final submission lock

Please note: once submissions are locked, no further changes will be allowed.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

6 non-cash prizes
Champion of Devlance – 1st Position
1 winner

Grand Cash Reward
Official Champion Certificate
Exclusive Premium Mega Swag Collection
Featured Spotlight Across Official Platforms
Priority Nomination for Future Premium Hackathons
Leadership Recognition from Jury Panel
Premium Community Recognition Badge
Fast-Track Access to Future Professional Programs
Highlighted Winner Profile Publication

Excellence Award – 2nd Position
1 winner

Cash Prize
Excellence Recognition Certificate
Premium Swag Collection
Featured Placement in Final Winner Announcement
Priority Access to Advanced Hackathon Editions
Jury Recognition Mention
Professional Achievement Badge
Priority Future Event Invitations

Innovation Distinction – 3rd Position
1 winner

Cash Reward
Innovation Distinction Certificate
Curated Swag Package
Official Public Recognition
Community Feature Listing
Reserved Access for Future Professional Events

Domain Excellence Awards
10 winners

Every major domain will have its own top-performing project recognized for excellence.

Special Domain Awards:
Best Artificial Intelligence Innovation
Best Engineering & Product Architecture
Best Cybersecurity & Privacy Solution
Best Financial Technology Product
Best Healthcare Impact Solution
Best Cloud Infrastructure Implementation
Best Sustainability Engineering Project
Best Learning & Education Platform
Best Startup Execution Model
Best Cross-Domain Innovation Project
Domain Winners Receive:
Domain Excellence Certificate
Special Jury Mention
Premium Swag Benefits
Featured Showcase on Official Platforms
Recognition During Grand Finale Results
Preferred Selection for Future Events

Completion & Participation Recognition
1,000 winners

Every eligible participant who completes the full process receives:

Verified Participation Certificate
Access to Swag Eligibility Programs
Recognition in Community Highlights
Early Access to Upcoming Professional Hackathons
Referral Program Benefits
Documentation Support for Professional Use
Portfolio and Career Visibility Support

Referral Achievement Program
250 winners

Participants who help grow the community can unlock premium rewards.

Referral Milestones
10 Successful Referrals
Standard Swag Package
20+ Successful Referrals
Premium Swag Box
50+ Successful Referrals
Advanced Swag Box Plus
100+ Successful Referrals
Signature Mega Swag Box with Exclusive Gifts

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Rishabh Singh

Rishabh Singh
Senior Software Engineer, Walmart Global Tech

Veenas Patel

Veenas Patel
Senior Software Engineer, Google CA

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation
  • Functionality

Questions? Email the hackathon manager

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