India's 36-Hour AI × Gaming Hackathon
Build. Play. Compete.
Turn bold ideas into powerful AI and gaming experiences.
$|// About the Event
Where India's Builders Meet
KICKR CodeMania is a national 36-hour hackathon at the intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Gaming — two of the fastest-growing industries shaping India's tech future. Students from across the country come together to build, compete, and get discovered.
National Exposure
Compete on a pan-India platform. Get recognised by top talent networks, industry leaders, and investors who are actively looking for the next big thing.
Elite Mentorship
Direct access to industry veterans, startup founders, and technologists across AI and Gaming. Get feedback that actually moves your project forward.
Career Launchpad
Unlock internship offers, startup funding guidance, incubation pathways, and real investment conversations — all within 36 hours.
Industry Network
Build lasting connections with peers, mentors, and corporates. Your next co-founder or employer could be in the same room.
// Hackathon Tracks
Choose Your Battlefield
Two high-impact tracks. One leaderboard. Pick the domain where you'll make your mark — or go cross-track and build the future of both.
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
Build AI-powered solutions that solve real-world problems — from healthcare to agritech to fintech. Use the power of machine learning, NLP, computer vision, and generative AI.
GAMING
Design and build immersive game experiences — from mobile to AR/VR to browser-based. Create gameplay mechanics, storytelling systems, and multiplayer experiences that push the envelope.
// The Hackathon Journey
Your Journey Starts Here
From your first idea to the grand finale — follow every stage of the KICKR CodeMania journey.
Stage 1
Registration
Last date 31 July 2026
WHERE THE INNOVATORS COME FROM
// The Leaders Behind It
Our Leadership
Miss. Tanvi Dhamija
Founder & CEO
Visionary founder bridging Finance and Technology. Building India's most impactful AI & Gaming ecosystem for student innovators.
Mr. Somnath Dhamija
Director
Strategic director at Kickr Technology with deep expertise in organizational growth and building future-ready technology ventures.
// In The News
What India's Talking About Us
From national media to leading digital platforms, see how KICKR CodeMania is creating conversations around innovation, technology, and India's next generation of builders.
// What You Win
The Prize Pool
Compete across AI and Gaming, prove your skills, and take home rewards that go beyond the prize money.
Total Prize Pool
Across AI Track · Gaming Track · Special Awards
// Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ & Support
Everything you need to know before you start building, competing, and creating something extraordinary.
This hackathon focuses on building AI-powered and gaming-based solutions. Students will work on ideas related to artificial intelligence, game development, immersive experiences, and innovative tech solutions for real-world or entertainment use cases.
The hackathon is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from all streams. Whether you are from Computer Science, IT, Game Design, AI/ML, you are welcome to participate.
Yes! You can build a project focused only on AI, only on gaming, or a combination of both. Creativity and innovation matter more than complexity.
• AI-based applications or models • Game prototypes (2D / 3D) • AI-powered game mechanics or NPCs • AR/VR or immersive gaming concepts • Intelligent systems for gaming analytics or player experience
The hackathon will be conducted in online mode, making it accessible for students across India. All submissions and presentations will be done digitally. After that, the grand finale round will be conducted offline.
You can participate in teams of 2 to 6 members. Team participation is recommended, especially for combining AI and gaming skills.
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// Get In Touch
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