ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Registration has started for undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD students, and research scholars across India. Interested candidates can register online and submit their ideas before 1st July 2026. Check complete details here.
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), in collaboration with Hack2skill, has officially launched the third edition of the Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026. The national-level innovation competition invites students from across India to solve real-world challenges related to space technology, climate science, artificial intelligence, satellite data analysis, astronomy, and more.
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The registration process is currently active, and eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal. The hackathon offers a unique opportunity to learn from ISRO scientists, collaborate with fellow innovators, gain national-level recognition, and even be considered for internship opportunities with ISRO.
ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Registration Started
The Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 aims to bring together some of the brightest student minds in the country to develop innovative solutions for challenges inspired by India’s growing space missions and technological advancements. Participants will get access to expert mentorship, problem statement sessions, networking opportunities, and a platform to showcase their ideas before ISRO experts.
Students interested in participating must complete their registration and submit their ideas before the closing date.
ISRO launches Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon (BAH) 2026.
— ISRO (@isro) June 11, 2026
The third edition of this flagship initiative features problem statements in the areas of Geospatial Domain, Space Science, Image Processing, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML), and Cybersecurity.… pic.twitter.com/ZJnzDQhphb
Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) |
| Event Name | Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 |
| Partner Organization | Hack2skill |
| Participation Mode | Team-Based Competition |
| Team Size | 3-4 Members |
| Eligibility | Students Only |
| Registration Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 10th June 2026 |
| Last Date to Register | 1st July 2026 |
| Finalist Announcement | 20th July 2026 |
| Grand Finale | 6th & 7th August 2026 |
| Official Platform | Hack2skill |
ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Important Dates
Candidates can check the complete schedule below.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Registration & Idea Submission Starts | 10th June 2026 |
| Problem Statement Explainer Session 1 | 15th June 2026 |
| Problem Statement Explainer Session 2 | 16th June 2026 |
| Registration & Idea Submission Ends | 1st July 2026 |
| Final Shortlist Announcement | 20th July 2026 |
| Induction Session | 21st July 2026 |
| Grand Finale | 6th – 7th August 2026 |
Who Can Participate?
The hackathon is open only to students across India. Eligible participants include:
- Undergraduate Students
- Graduate Students
- Postgraduate Students
- PhD Students
- Research Scholars
Note: Working professionals are not eligible to participate in Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026.
Team Size
Interested candidates must participate in teams consisting of:
- Minimum Team Members: 3
- Maximum Team Members: 4
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Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Challenges
This year’s hackathon features 15 exciting problem statements provided by ISRO. Some of the major challenges include:
- Urban Heat Mitigation using AI/ML
- Generative AI-Based Cloud Removal for Satellite Imagery
- Air Quality Index & HCHO Hotspot Detection
- Road Extraction and Urban Mobility Analysis
- AI-Powered Climate Digital Twin of India
- Crop Type and Moisture Stress Detection
- Exoplanet Detection from Astronomical Data
- Lunar South Pole Ice Detection using Chandrayaan-2 Data
- Infrared Image Colorization and Enhancement
- Satellite Image Retrieval using Multi-Sensor Data
- Solar Flare Forecasting using Aditya-L1 Data
- Air-Gapped Predictive Copilot for MPLS Operations
Benefits of Participating
Students participating in the hackathon will receive several benefits, including:
Learn from ISRO Experts
Participants will receive mentorship and guidance from ISRO scientists, engineers, and domain experts throughout the competition.
Internship Opportunity with ISRO
Outstanding performers may be considered for internship opportunities at ISRO.
National-Level Recognition
Participants can showcase their innovative ideas on a prestigious national platform.
Networking Opportunities
Collaborate and connect with students, researchers, industry leaders, and space technology enthusiasts from across India.
Travel Reimbursement for Finalists
ISRO will reimburse II AC train travel expenses for all shortlisted finalists attending the Grand Finale.
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How to Participate in Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026?
Candidates can follow these steps to participate:
- Register online through the official portal.
- Form a team of 3-4 members.
- Select a challenge statement provided by ISRO.
- Develop an innovative solution.
- Submit the idea before the deadline.
- Wait for evaluation and shortlist announcement.
ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Registration Link
The online registration process for Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 is currently active. Eligible students can visit the official Hack2skill platform and complete their registration before 1st July 2026.
ISRO Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon 2026 Registration Link (Active) – Click to Apply
