East India’s Premier HackFest is Here
Hosted at Dr. T Sen Auditorium, Jadavpur University (Gate 3), Kolkata
Grand Finale: 20 April 2026
PRAGATI 2026
Students. Colleges. Corporates. One powerful ecosystem.
About The Bengal HackFest
What is PRAGATI 2026?
The Bengal HackFest PRAGATI 2026 is a first-of-its-kind innovation platform in East India, designed to bring together:
Engineering & technology students
Industry leaders & startups
This hackathon fosters real-world problem solving, innovation-driven collaboration, and industry-ready skills.
Let's Understand
Why to Participate?
01.
For Students:
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Work on real industry problem statements
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Mentorship from experts
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Internship & hiring opportunities
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Certificates & recognition
02.
For Institutes:
Strengthen NAAC/NIRF parameters
Showcase innovation culture
Faculty engagement opportunities
Academic branding at state level
03.
For Corporates:
Access top tech talent
Brand visibility across East India
Recruitment pipeline building
Thought leadership positioning
The Bengal HackFest PRAGATI 2026
Event Timeline
Registration Opens: 16 Feb 2026 [Open]
- Nomination Deadline: 13 March (Friday)
- Assignment Submission Deadline: 10 April (Friday)
Grand Finale: 20 April 2026
Venue: Dr T Sen Auditorium, Jadavpur University Campus (Gate 3), Kolkata
Sponsorship Categories:
Title Sponsor (Corporate)
Presenting Academic Partner
Gold Partner
Silver Partner
Innovation / Hiring Partner
Who Should Join?
Tech. Enthusiasts
From Eastern India, If you are confident about your innovating Capabilities
- MCA / B.Tech / M.Tech Students
- AI / Data Science / IT Enthusiasts
- Startup Builders
- Engineering Colleges
- Technology Companies
Why This Matters?
PRAGATI 2026 is more than a hackathon.
It is a collaborative innovation platform designed to strengthen East India’s digital ecosystem and bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Register to Participate
As Contestant
Solve real-world challenges, gain industry mentorship, boost skills, win recognition, and unlock career opportunities.
As Academic Partner
Build leadership skills for students, expand professional network, gain event experience, and collaborate with innovators and industry leaders.
As Sponsor
Gain brand visibility, access top talent, strengthen industry presence, and build strategic academic partnerships.
Green Tech
Recognition
Hosted at:
Kolkata 700032, India
A historic center of engineering excellence and innovation.
People Who Are Supporting Us
We graciously Thank are our Parnters and Colabrators as they’re contributing for every measurable and immeasurable success of PRAGATI 2026. We Welcome You to Be One of Them.
Fequently Asked Questions
What is The Bengal HackFest PRAGATI 2026?
The Bengal HackFest PRAGATI 2026 is a premier innovation-driven hackathon organized by The Bengal IT Hub, bringing together students, colleges, and corporates to solve real-world technology challenges. The Grand Finale will be held on 20 April 2026 at Jadavpur University Campus, Kolkata.
Who can participate?
B.Tech / M.Tech students
Engineering & IT students
AI / Data Science / Software enthusiasts
Startup teams
Final-year & pre-final year students
Participants needs to join as teams (as per guidelines).
Is there a registration fee?
Details regarding participation fee is mentioned in the registration section. Many hackathon activities and mentoring sessions may be free for registered participants.
What are the benefits for students?
- Work on real industry problem statements
- Mentorship from experts
- Internship & hiring opportunities
- Certificates of participation / merit
- Exposure to leading institutions and companies
What are the benefits for students?
- Work on real industry problem statements
- Mentorship from experts
- Internship & hiring opportunities
- Certificates of participation / merit
- Exposure to leading institutions and companies
How can colleges become Academic Partners?
Colleges and Universities can participate as:
Presenting Academic Partner
Gold Academic Partner
Silver Academic Partner
Innovation / Department Partner
Academic Partners receive branding, faculty engagement opportunities, and recognition suitable for NAAC/NIRF documentation.
For partnership discussions, please use the “Academic Partnership” section on the landing page.
How can corporates sponsor the event?
Corporates can participate as:
Title Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Innovation / Hiring Partner
Sponsors gain brand visibility, recruitment access, and strategic engagement with top technical talent across East India.
Will sponsors get access to participant resumes?
Yes. Corporate sponsors (as per sponsorship tier) will receive access to participant profiles and resumes (opt-in basis) for recruitment and internship opportunities.
What is the event format?
The event will include:
Registration & shortlisting
Mentorship / development phase
Final presentations
Jury evaluation
Grand Finale & prize distribution on 20 April 2026
Detailed guidelines will be shared with registered participants.
Where will the final event be held?
The Grand Finale will be hosted at the prestigious Jadavpur University Campus, Kolkata, one of Eastern India’s most respected centers of engineering and innovation.
How can I stay updated?
You can:
Register through the website
Follow official announcements
Subscribe for updates
Connect via email or phone mentioned on the contact section
Still Have Questions?
📩 Email us at: hackfest@bengalithub.com
📞 Call / WhatsApp: (+91) 987480 3350
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