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National AI Hackathon on CORS 2026

IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation

About This Scheme

India's first National AI Hackathon on CORS, GNSS, and NavIC, fostering high-precision, real-world AI solutions for various sectors with a ₹6 lakh+ prize pool.

The National AI Hackathon on CORS 2026 is a pioneering initiative aimed at leveraging Continuously Operating Reference Stations (CORS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), and India's indigenous NavIC system, along with advanced drone technologies and geospatial intelligence. Jointly organized by the Survey of India (SoI) and IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation (IITTNiF), a Technology Innovation Hub under DST's NM-ICPS Mission, this hackathon seeks to foster innovation in high-precision, real-world solutions. Participants will engage with government datasets to develop applications that address critical challenges across various sectors. The program is designed to bring together diverse talents, including students, faculty, researchers, startups, and industry professionals, to contribute to India's geospatial and AI ecosystem. It provides a unique platform for interdisciplinary collaboration and the development of impactful solutions.

Benefits

  • Participants will compete for a total prize pool of ₹6 lakhs+, recognizing outstanding solutions and fostering entrepreneurial spirit.
  • Beyond the monetary award, selected teams will gain invaluable hands-on experience by working with real government datasets, providing practical exposure to complex challenges.
  • The hackathon offers national-level exposure and recognition, significantly boosting the profiles of participants and their projects.
  • Furthermore, promising startups and projects may receive potential incubation opportunities at IITTNiF, offering further support and resources for development.
  • Collaboration opportunities with national geospatial agencies are also a key benefit, facilitating partnerships and pathways for implementation.

How to Apply

2d — 25 Oct 2026

Selection Process

  • Applications will be reviewed to ensure eligibility and alignment with the hackathon's focus areas and themes.
  • During the hackathon, participant teams will develop and present their high-precision AI solutions using CORS, GNSS, NavIC, drone technologies, and geospatial intelligence.
  • A panel of experts from the Survey of India, IITTNiF, and other national geospatial agencies will evaluate the submitted solutions based on innovation, technical feasibility, impact potential, and presentation quality.
  • Shortlisted teams will advance through evaluation rounds, culminating in a final presentation or demonstration.
  • The top-performing teams will be awarded prizes from the total prize pool.

Quick Info

Amount / Funding
Up to ₹6L
State / Region
Open to startups registered in India
Ministry / Dept
IIT Tirupati Navavishkar I-Hub Foundation
Application Window
2d — 25 Oct 2026
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