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Feb 20, 2026 • 24 Hours of Pure Innovation
Technical Tracks
LLM Orchestration
Building autonomous agents that move beyond simple chat interfaces.
Edge Intelligence
Deploying high-performance models for real-time local inference.
Generative UX
Redefining how humans interact with software through AI.
Open Track
Break the mold. Solve a problem we haven't thought of yet.
About Protothon
Protothon is a high-intensity 24-hour AI innovation sprint where engineers, designers, and builders collaborate to create real-world, production-level systems. This is not just another hackathon — it’s an architectural challenge designed to push boundaries.
Target Audience
Students & Professionals
Team Size
1–5 Members
Access Fee
Fully Sponsored
Mode
Hybrid Experience
Total Prize Pool
₹95,000
Cash rewards + startup ecosystem credits
Internship Opportunities
15+ Students Selected
Direct internship offers with partner startups & tech teams
Why Join Protothon?
Real-World Innovation
Build production-ready AI solutions — not toy projects.
Elite Mentorship
Learn directly from industry engineers & startup founders.
Career Acceleration
Winning teams get hiring visibility & startup exposure.
High-Impact Challenges
Solve problems that matter in AI, security & systems.
Execution Roadmap
Journey to Innovation
From initial registration to the final trophy.
Registration Opens
Jan 15Form your teams and register online.
Idea Submission
Feb 05Submit your initial prototype concept and AI stack.
Shortlisting
Feb 12Top teams selected for the 24-hour hackathon.
Kickoff
9:00 AMOpening ceremony & final logistics.
Build Begins
11:30 AMStart coding & AI integration.
Final Push
9:00 PM (Day 2)Last 3 hours of coding and debugging.
Presentations
12:00 AMDemo time & award ceremony.
Capital Awards
Winner
Plus Ecosystem Credits
Runner Up
Plus Ecosystem Credits
Third Place
Plus Ecosystem Credits
FAQ
Common Questions
Everything you need to know about Protothon 2026