Hackathon · Hybrid
Fintech Rush
College Awasar × eSewa
1,245 builders registered
Location
Kathmandu, Nepal
When
Jun 1 – Jun 2, 2026
Team size
1 – 4 members
Prize pool
₹4,50,000
Deadline
Mar 10, 2026
Mode
Hybrid
About this hackathon
A 48-hour campus-meets-industry hackathon where students ship working prototypes against real-world prompts from partner companies.
Tracks range from AI agents and fintech to climate tooling and accessibility. Mentors from Google, Razorpay and Atlassian rotate through the floor across the weekend.
Eligibility
Tracks & themes
Prizes & rewards
1st Prize
₹3,00,000
+ Internship interview at host company
2nd Prize
₹1,50,000
+ Cloud credits worth ₹50,000
3rd Prize
₹75,000
+ Mentorship package
Track winners
₹25,000 each
Across 5 tracks
Schedule
Day 0 — Fri
Opening ceremony
Keynote, sponsor unveil, team mixers from 6 PM
Day 1 — Sat
Build sprint + mentor hours
Hacking starts 9 AM. Mentors on the floor till midnight.
Day 2 — Sun
Demo day & awards
Submissions close 12 PM. Live demos 2 PM. Awards 6 PM.
Why participate
- Build a portfolio-worthy product in one weekend
- Get face-time with recruiters from 30+ companies
- Win prizes, swag and cloud credits
- Free travel reimbursement for shortlisted teams
- Certificate of participation for every builder
Why this one
- ₹6L prize pool
- Mentors from 12+ companies
- Recruiter showcase on demo day
How it works
- 1Hit the register button above to open the host site
- 2Form a team of 1 to 4 or join solo and we will match you
- 3Show up, build for 48 hours, ship the demo
- 4Pitch to mentors and the recruiter panel on demo day
Common questions
Who can participate?
Any student currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate program, plus recent graduates from the last 12 months.
Is there a registration fee?
No. Participation is free. Travel reimbursement is available for shortlisted teams.
Can I participate solo?
Yes, you can register solo and we'll match you with a team at the team-mixer on Day 0.
What should I bring?
Your laptop, charger, ID card, and enthusiasm. Food and stay are taken care of.