About Us
The AI FutureSkills Nationwide Hackathon is a nationwide initiative to bring the power of Artificial Intelligence directly into the hands of school students across India. Led by Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, supported by Dell Technologies and implemented by Learning Links Foundation,the program aims to create meaningful opportunities for young learners—especially those in rural and government schools—to explore, experiment, and innovate with technology.
At its heart, the Nationwide hackathon is about helping students look at real problems around them—whether it’s water scarcity, digital safety, or access to education—and think creatively about how AI can offer solutions. Students will work in teams, guided by mentors, and go through a journey of learning and doing from understanding the basics of AI, to building projects, to presenting them to a national audience.
Thematic Tracks
AI for Climate Resilience
AI for Education & Inclusion
AI for Agriculture & Water
AI for Cybersecurity & Safer Internet
Hackathon Journey
A simple four-phase path from idea to impact.
1
Registration
Submit a short idea pitch and team details.
2
Selection
Top teams chosen for mentorship based on impact and feasibility.
3
Mentorship
Teams receive technical & business mentorship for.
4
Grand National Showcase
Teams AI innovations showcase , felicitation and recognition
Who can participate?
K-12
Grades 6–12 from Government & Government-aided schools (including ATLs)
Higher Education
UG/PG students from ITIs, Diploma programs, Government/Government-aided Institution
Community
Individuals, nano/micro/small entrepreneurs, local groups, and self-help groups (SHGs).
Online Registration
Eligibility
- Team size: 2–4 members (1 optional mentor)
- Agree to Code of Conduct & IP policy
- Projects must align to a thematic track
Code and Ethics
- All solutions must be original and developed during the Innovation Challenge
- No plagiarism will be tolerated
- Teams must acknowledge all open-source libraries/tools used
- Respectful, inclusive, and ethical participation is mandatory
- All decisions by the organizing jury are final and binding
Guidelines for Participants
Eligibility, Submission, Shortlisting and Online Registration Process etc.
Download Guidelines (DOCX) (46 KB)
Lead Info
Team Details
Project Idea
Timelines
Registration Begins
1st December 2025
Submission Closes
15th December 2025
Shortlisted teams undergo 2 day boot camp (virtual)
January 2026
Grand National Showcase
February 2026
Awards and Recognition for Top Teams
Top 3 teams will receive mentorship support from Dell Technologies experts.
Certificates, trophies, and recognition for all participants
Merit awards for thematic excellence
Finalist Gallery
Pet Feeder Project Work
Watershed Warrior Project Work
LED with Arduino Project Work
Obstacle Avoiding Robot Project Work
Smart Funnel Filtration Project
Smart Home Automation
Obstacle Lifting Robot Project
istance Measuring Sensors Project
River Cleaning Robot Project
Frequently Asked Questions
The AI FutureSkills Hackathon is a national Nationwide hackathon where students create AI-based ideas or prototypes to solve real-life problems. It is hosted by Dell Technologies in partnership with Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), NITI Aayog, and implemented by Learning Links Foundation.
Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs)
- Government & government-aided schools
- Higher secondary schools and junior colleges
All students are eligible, with special encouragement for participation from rural, tribal, and aspirational districts.
Your school will receive the official announcement. Form a team, choose a mentor, Pick a theme, work on your AI-based solution, and submit your project through the hackathon portal by the submission deadline.
You can build your project around any one of these themes:
- AI for Climate Resilience
- AI for Health & Well-being
- AI for Education & Inclusion
- AI for Agriculture & Water
- AI for Cybersecurity & Safer Internet
You can submit an idea, prototype, or working model. Shortlisted teams will get mentoring support to refine their solution.
Yes. Shortlisted teams will receive expert guidance from Dell Technologies volunteers/AIM mentors, who will help improve your project.
Your submission will be reviewed by a jury consisting of Dell Experts. Selected projects will move to the mentoring round.
The top 30 teams will be featured in a national showcase event, where they will present their innovations to experts, leaders, and educators.
Yes. Students, mentors, and schools participating in different stages of the hackathon will receive certificates and national recognition.
No. Participation is completely free for all students and Institutions.
Absolutely. The hackathon is designed to be fully digital, allowing students from any part of India—urban or rural—to participate easily.
You do not need advanced technical skills. Basic awareness of AI tools, problem-solving ability, creativity, and willingness to learn are enough.
Your school will specify team size, but typically teams include 2–4 students.
Results for shortlisting, mentorship, and the national showcase will be announced on:
- School email
- Hackathon portal
- AIM, Dell, and LLF social media pages
Contact & Support
For help with registration, queries, or media:
Email: support@aifutureskillshackathon.in
Working hours: Mon–Fri, 10:00–18:00 IST
Response time: We aim to respond within 2 business days.