1. Dates: YouthCodeX will occur on June 20th, starting at 8AM. Please adhere to the specified timeline for project submissions.
  2. Eligibility: Whether you're a seasoned coder or just starting your coding journey, you are welcome to participate and showcase your talent. Participants must be at least 13 years old. You have the option to participate individually or form a team with 3 other members of your choosing to showcase a diverse range of talents.
  3. Project and Submission Requirements: Participants must develop and submit a project that aligns with the hackathon theme and challenges. The project should be original and demonstrate innovative thinking. Please ensure that your submission meets the specified requirements outlined in the hackathon guidelines. In addition to the project itself, participants should submit any supplementary materials, documentation, demo videos, and source code as specified in the submission guidelines.
  4. Prizes: The Youth Code Foundation Hackathon 2026 offers exciting prizes to recognize outstanding participants. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top-performing individuals or teams. Specific details about the prize amounts will be announced at the start of the hackathon.
  5. Judging Criteria and Winner Selection: Projects will be evaluated based on predetermined criteria by a panel of expert judges. The judging criteria may include factors such as creativity, technical implementation, impact, user experience, and presentation. The winners will be selected based on the judges' assessments and their alignment with the criteria.We encourage all participants to embrace the spirit of collaboration, innovation, and learning throughout the hackathon. Engage with fellow participants, leverage the resources and mentorship available, and push the boundaries of your coding skills to create exceptional projects.

We wish you the best of luck in the YouthCode x AI 2026! Let's embark on this app building (web based or mobile platform based) journey together and make a difference in the world of technology and experience the majical opportunities it unfolds.