AETHERON – Techno Future India Hackathon 2026

AETHERON 2026

Code. Innovate. Transform the Future.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why AETHERON?

Cash Prizes & Rewards

Exciting rewards for top-performing teams

Project Funding

Incubation support for innovative ideas

Expert Mentorship

Industry professionals guide you

Networking Sessions

Connect with industry leaders

₹50,000

PRIZE POOL

Win Big!

Compete for a share of ₹50,000 in cash prizes and exciting rewards. The best teams will also receive project funding and incubation support to bring their ideas to life.

CHALLENGE AREAS

Hackathon Themes

Choose your track and build innovative solutions

🏨 Smart Tourism & Hospitality

Innovative digital solutions to enhance tourism experiences in Andhra Pradesh

🏛️ Digital Heritage Preservation

Technology to document, protect, and promote cultural heritage

⚕️ Med-Tech & Public Health

Healthcare innovations, digital diagnostics, and public health interventions

📚 Ed-Tech Innovations

Reimagining education through transformative technologies

🌍 Civic Tech & Social Wellness

Tech solutions for civic engagement and community well-being

🌾 Agri-Tech Solutions

Smart farming and agricultural innovation systems

💡 Open Innovation Challenge

Groundbreaking ideas that don’t fit traditional categories

TECHNOLOGY STACK

Accepted Domains

Build solutions using these cutting-edge technologies

🤖 Artificial Intelligence (AI) 🌐 Internet of Things (IoT) 📊 Big Data & Data Science 🔒 Cybersecurity 🌐 AI-Integrated Web Applications

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

Event Timeline

Mark your calendar for these important dates

Idea Submission

19th December – 10th January, 2026

Idea Finalization

11th January – 17th January, 2026

Registration Process

18th Jan – 22nd January, 2026

Hackathon Day

January 30, 2026 (07:00 AM – 09:00 PM)

Results & Awards

January 30, 2026 (Evening)

LOCATION

Venue

KKR & KSR INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCES

Guntur – 522017

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QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions

AETHERON is open to all students, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts. You can participate individually or form teams of up to 4 members. No prior hackathon experience is required!

Yes, there is a nominal registration fee to cover event logistics, meals, and resources. Early bird discounts are available for teams registering before January 19, 2026.

Bring your laptop, chargers, and any hardware you plan to use. We’ll provide WiFi, power outlets, meals, and workspaces. Don’t forget your student ID for verification!

Projects are evaluated based on innovation, technical implementation, design, feasibility, and presentation. Industry experts will judge the final presentations.

No, all projects must be started from scratch during the hackathon. However, you can use existing libraries, frameworks, and APIs to build your solution.

Yes! Industry experts and experienced developers will be available throughout the event to help with technical challenges, brainstorming, and guidance.