1st Place
₹2,50,000
Grand Prize
Title sponsor
RedBrick Hacks III Dec 18, 2025 — Jan 10, 2026
Online round, then 48 hours at Ashoka. ₹12 Lakhs in prizes.
3rd Edition · 910+ past applicants · 43 universities
Register Now
Applications open Dec 18
What's Up for Grabs
2nd Place
₹1,50,000
First Runner-Up
3rd Place
₹1,00,000
Second Runner-Up
More Ways to Win
Online Round
150 Smartwatches
Top performers during the online submission phase win a Boat Storm Call 3 smartwatch.
How to win: Submit a strong project before Jan 10
Online Round
Instax Mini 11
Beginner standouts
Keyboard Duel
Keychron K2 HE
1st place in the duel
Keyboard Duel
MX Master 3S
2nd place in the duel
Outstanding
DJI Osmo Mobile 7
Exceptional project
Outstanding
Epomaker Aula F75
Exceptional project
Open Source Bonus: Projects with public repos score higher during judging.
Bonus Track
Building Hardware?
Build a physical prototype for any track and win bonus prizes: 1-month residency, ₹1L budget, and Bambu Lab 3D printers.
Only 1 Spot
WildCard Entry
Content creator? Skip the online round. Tag #RedBrickHacksWildCard with your prior work.
Exclusive Merch
Unlimited Snacks
Workshops
Networking
Career Opportunities
Certificates
Exclusive Merch
Unlimited Snacks
Workshops
Networking
Career Opportunities
Certificates
Pick a Track
Build solutions aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals
SDG13
Climate Action
Build tools to combat climate change, reduce emissions, promote sustainability, or raise environmental awareness.
- Carbon footprint trackers
- Renewable energy solutions
- Waste reduction tools
SDG04
Quality Education
Create solutions that improve access to education, enhance learning experiences, or bridge educational gaps.
- Accessible learning platforms
- Skill development tools
- Educational games
SDG11
Sustainable Cities
Design solutions for smarter urban living, transportation, infrastructure, or community resilience.
- Smart mobility solutions
- Community safety tools
- Urban planning aids
Hardware Track
Pick any SDG track. Build a physical solution. Win bonus prizes on top of your track prizes.
Hardware Track Prize
Maker Residency
1
Month
at the Makerspace
₹1L
Budget
per team for your project
- Accommodation & meals covered
- ₹10K travel stipend per member
Winner and Runner-up both receive the residency
Plus, each member takes home
Bambulab A1 Mini
3D Printer worth ₹35K
Winner
ZimaBoard
Single Board Server worth ₹15K
Runner-up
Full access to our 4,500 sqft Makerspace
3D Printers
Laser Cutter
CNC Machine
Wood Workshop
Electronics Lab
Why This Hackathon
Beginner Friendly
First hackathon? Perfect. Special prizes for first-timers, mentorship throughout, and a welcoming community.
Travel Support
Up to ₹5,000 travel grants for students outside Delhi NCR. Focus on building, not budgeting.
World-Class Makerspace
4,500 sqft of 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and electronics stations. Build hardware, not just software.
Build in Public
Share your progress with #RedBrickHacks. Public commits and updates earn bonus points during judging.
Frequently Asked Questions
I'm a beginner. Can I participate?
Absolutely! RedBrickHacks is designed to be beginner-friendly. We have special prizes for first-time hackers (12 Instax Mini 11 cameras with accessories!), provide guidance throughout the building phase, and have a supportive Discord community to help you learn. Many past winners were first-timers.
How much does it cost?
Nothing! RedBrickHacks is 100% free to join. If you're selected for finals, we cover accommodation and food at Ashoka University. We also offer travel grants (up to ₹5,000 for students outside Delhi NCR) to reduce financial barriers.
Can I participate solo or do I need a team?
Both! You can participate solo or with a team of up to 4 members. While diverse teams (designer + developers + subject expert) tend to perform better, plenty of solo hackers have won prizes. After registration, you can use our Discord to find teammates if you'd like.
Who can participate?
Any student currently enrolled in an Indian university who is 18 years or older. This includes undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD students across all disciplines — not just computer science!
What do I need to submit?
For the online round, you'll submit: (1) A proposal describing your solution, (2) An MVP/prototype, (3) A GitHub repository with your code (commit history matters!), and (4) A 2-minute demo video. Our custom portal (not Devpost) will guide you through the process.
What is the Hardware Track?
If your project for any of the three SDG tracks involves a hardware prototype, you're automatically eligible for bonus hardware prizes. You'll get access to our 4,500 sqft makerspace with 3D printers (FDM, SLA, SLS), laser cutters, CNC machines, a wood workshop, and electronics stations. Both winner AND runner-up receive a 1-month maker residency with ₹1L project budget.
How do travel grants work?
If selected for finals, you can apply for travel grant reimbursement: up to ₹2,500 for Delhi NCR students, up to ₹5,000 for students from outside NCR. We reimburse train or bus travel (not flights). Email redbrickhacks+travel@ashoka.edu.in for details.
What is the WildCard entry?
One spot at finals is reserved for an exceptional creator or visual storyteller. To apply: tag #RedBrickHacksWildCard on social media showcasing your prior work, then email us with subject "Wild Card Entry" including your work portfolio and your plan for the finals. Only 1 spot available!
When will I know if I'm selected for finals?
Finalists will be announced on January 17, 2026. You'll receive an email notification. You must RSVP by January 21 to confirm your spot — if you miss the deadline, your spot goes to the waitlist.
About
RedBrickHacks
Ashoka's national collegiate hackathon, now in its third edition.
Run by students at the Digital Makerspace and supported by Mphasis F1 Foundation. Previous editions drew 900+ applicants from over forty universities to build technology for climate action, education access, and sustainable cities.
The Makerspace
A 4,500 sq ft prototyping lab with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and electronics workstations. Open to students across all disciplines for hands-on fabrication and hardware work.
Learn more →School of Advanced Computing
Ashoka's computer science school, where rigorous technical training meets liberal education. Research-driven, collaborative, and interdisciplinary by design.
Learn more →Submission Deadline
Jan
10
2026
Finals: Feb 6–8 at Ashoka University
₹12,00,000+ in prizes
Join the Online Round
Free entry. Beginners welcome. Solo or team.
Register Now Submit by Jan 10