MATRIXDELHI
CODE. BUILD. INNOVATE.
A 12-hour Under-18 Web Development Hackathon where young minds build real solutions and shape the future.
12-Hour Event Timeline
16 August 2026 • 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Entry, Registration & Setup
Check-in, team verification, workstation setup and system checks
Hackathon Opening & Introduction
Theme, problem statements, rules, judging criteria, guidelines and schedule
Basics & Tutorial Session
Git/GitHub, APIs, deployment, tools and hackathon workflow
SPRINT 1 — Main Hacking Session
Kickoff core application development sprint. Mentors available for guidance.
Lunch Break
Complimentary lunch served for all participants, mentors and attendees.
Sponsors & Partners Segment
Sponsor introductions, presentations, demos, opportunities and interaction
SPRINT 2 — Final Development Sprint
Development, mentoring, testing and polishing. Evening snacks served around 4:00 PM.
Final Submission Session
GitHub repository, README, code push, demo link, submission form and final checks
Gaming Session
Action-packed gaming break for all participants!
Results Declaration
Winners, runner-ups, special awards and sponsor acknowledgements
Closing & Leaving Ceremony
Certificates, photographs, final remarks and departure
WHAT TO EXPECT & SCHEDULE
SUNDAY, 16 AUGUST 2026 — 8:00 AM TO 8:00 PM IST
OPENING & ORIENTATION
Introduction, guidelines and announcements
BUILD SPRINT 1
Start building your ideas with your team
LUNCH & PARTNER SESSIONS
Learn, connect and explore opportunities
BUILD SPRINT 2
Continue building and refining
EVENING REFRESHMENTS
Recharge and network
FINAL SUBMISSION & JUDGING
Present your solution to the judges
RESULTS & CLOSING
Winners, closing & next steps
GAMING SESSION
Compete, connect and have fun!
MUST-READ EVENT INSTRUCTIONS & GUIDELINES
Review essential attendee guidelines, required equipment checklist, venue transport instructions, pre-built code rules, and participant perk eligibility before arriving on Sunday, 16 August 2026.
PARTICIPANT PERKS & WINNER REWARDS
EVERY SUBMITTED HACKER GETS EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR PERKS & CERTIFICATES
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTE: ALL PARTICIPANT PERKS & CERTIFICATES ARE STRICTLY RESERVED FOR CHECKED-IN HACKERS WHO SUBMIT A PROJECT AT THE HACKATHON VENUE (NOT FOR MERE REGISTRANTS).
WHAT PARTICIPANTS GET
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Free .xyz Domain & WHOIS Privacy (₹1,500 Value)
Sponsored by gen.xyz — Includes 1-year domain registration, WHOIS privacy protection, and Weebly Website Builder.
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AI Web Development Session
An exclusive live interactive workshop on "How to Build Crazy Websites with AI".
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Complimentary Refreshments & Drinks
Complimentary energy drinks and refreshments served during the lunch break! (Participants can also bring their own lunch).
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Sponsor Co-Branded Certificate (1 Per Team)
Official physical Participation Certificate featuring co-branding of all official sponsors (strictly 1 certificate per submitted project/team).
WHAT WINNERS GET
- ★🏆 SPECIAL CATEGORY
Junior Category Award (Classes 6th – 8th)
Dedicated Junior Category Award & Winner Distinction celebrating the best innovative web project created by junior builders in Grades 6 to 8 — with official certificates, awards, and partner perks!
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Deadshot.io Esports Winner Special Perk
Exclusive BLUNT Air Max Earpods Coupon Code for an 86% Discount — awarded strictly to the Deadshot.io Esports Gaming Winner!
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Internship Opportunities (WFH / Offline / Hybrid)
Exclusive Work-From-Home, Offline, or Hybrid Internship opportunities for top winners — also eligible for participants who build an appreciable website!
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Official Winner Certificates
Distinction Winner Certificates featuring official co-branding of all sponsors.
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Champion Trophies & Medals
Physical Winner Trophies and awards presented during closing ceremony at 7:00 PM (subject to final sponsor partner fulfillment).
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Gift Vouchers & Partner Perks
Gift vouchers, domain credits, sponsor subscriptions, and mentorship opportunities (subject to final sponsor partnership fulfillment).
WE ARE WORKING WITH
JOIN THE MATRIX GROUPCHAT
Connect with fellow hackers, find teammates, ask mentors questions, and follow @delhihacks.me for live announcements!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT MATRIX DELHI
MATRIX DELHI is exclusively open to Under-18 students and current Class 12 students. Student ID card or proof of age will be verified at check-in.
READY TO BUILD THE FUTURE?
REGISTRATIONS CLOSED ON 15TH AUGUST AT 9:00 PM IST!