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The rolling stream of company-sponsored online hackathons (OpenAI, Google Cloud and co.). Judges are often the sponsor's engineers — a win here is a warm intro, not just prize money.
Dates & timeline
Prizes
- Ranges from a few $k to $100k+ pools depending on the sponsor
- Sponsors include OpenAI, Google Cloud and major startups
- Judges are often the sponsor's own engineers
Why it's worth your time
Devpost is where companies — from OpenAI and Google Cloud to fast-growing startups — host sponsored online hackathons, and new ones open every week. Prize pools range from a few thousand dollars to $100k+, and because the judges are frequently the sponsor's own engineers and product leads, a strong submission doubles as a warm introduction no cold email can match.
The skill is in filtering: use the platform's filters for online participation and check each event's eligibility section for international entrants before investing time. Treat it as a rolling pipeline — one well-chosen hackathon a month beats entering everything.
How to apply
Filter for online hackathons and open the Rules page of anything interesting.
Confirm the eligibility section allows entrants from India before committing.
Join the event's Discord/community for updates and judge Q&A.
Build and submit before the deadline — polish the demo video, judges watch it first.
Frequently asked questions
Are Devpost hackathons free?
Yes — entering sponsored hackathons on Devpost is free.
Can Indian students enter?
Usually, but not always — each hackathon sets its own eligibility, so check the Rules page for international/India eligibility before you start building.
Are the prizes real money?
Yes, cash prizes are standard, alongside credits and sponsor perks. Pools range from a few thousand dollars to $100k+ on flagship events.
Why do these matter beyond the money?
Judges are often the sponsor's engineers — a winning or standout submission is a direct line to people who hire, which is rarer than prize money.
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