Q-Hack India 2026 is a national-level quantum hackathon hosted by QuantumRIT at Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru, as part of Quantum Week 2026, a IBM Qiskit Fall Fest program.

The hackathon brings together students, developers, researchers and quantum enthusiasts to explore real-world applications of quantum computing. Participants will move from idea to prototype through a competitive build experience, with access to mentorship, technical resources and a platform to showcase their work.

Whether you are new to quantum computing or an expert, the challenge is designed to encourage experimentation, practical problem-solving and ambitious ideas.

Hackathon at a Glance
Format: 2 Rounds + Grand Finale
Team Size: 3–4 members
Eligibility: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students
Location: Online + In-person Finale at Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bengaluru

Round 1 — Idea & Prototype Submission 27 Sep – 7 Oct 2026
Round 2 — Enhancement Sprint 10 – 29 Oct 2026
Grand Finale: 30–31 Oct 2026

Tracks
Quantum Biotech & Chemistry
Quantum Security & Cryptography
Quantum AI & Software
Open Quantum Innovation

PPT Template for Hackathon:
PPT TEMPLATE

Note- Make a copy of the template before editing.

Important

• Solo participation is not permitted. Teams must consist of 3–4 members.
• All team members must register individually on Devfolio.
• Teams must be formed on Devfolio before submitting their Round 1 project.
• Only the Team Lead should submit the Round 1 project submission form on behalf of the team.
• The Round 1 submission must include the required idea ppt, Demo Video, Minimal Prototype, and GitHub Repository.

Submit your team's project here:
ROUND 1 PROJECT SUBMISSION

Deadline: 7 October 2026, 11:59 PM IST

Results & Further Updates

Round 1 results will be announced on 10 October 2026.
The Top 30 teams shortlisted from Round 1 will participate in the Round 2 Enhancement Sprint and subsequently attend the Grand Finale at Ramaiah Institute of Technology on 30–31 October 2026.