AutonomousHacks 2026
Sat, 10 Jan
|Silver Oak University
Organised by GDG Gandhinagar and GDG Cloud Gandhinagar and hosted at Silver Oak University, AutonomousHacks 2026 focused on Swachh Bharat, ESG & Sustainability, and Open Innovation tracks.
Time & Location
10 Jan 2026, 11:00 am – 11 Jan 2026, 11:00 pm
Silver Oak University, 352/353, Silver Oak University, 370/371, near Bhavik Publication, Gota Gam, Gota, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 382481, India
About the event
AutonomousHacks was a 36-hour Hackathon that brought together more than 300 enthusiastic students, developers, and young innovators under one roof to explore meaningful technological solutions.
The hackathon focused on 03 key tracks: Swachh Bharat, ESG and Sustainability, and Open Innovation. Participants worked in teams within a fixed time frame to design and develop solutions addressing cleanliness, environmental responsibility, social impact, and emerging technological possibilities. The event encouraged teamwork, creative thinking, and practical problem solving, while the involvement of PDEU IIC as an Incubation Partner provided valuable exposure to innovation support and future incubation opportunities.
The response to AutonomousHacks 2026 was highly encouraging, with strong participation and active engagement from students, mentors, and organisers throughout the event. The hackathon highlighted the growing interest among young minds in solving socially relevant problems through technology and collaboration. Events of this nature lay a strong foundation for future editions and play an important role in nurturing innovation, strengthening the student community, and promoting sustainable and responsible technological development.
The involvement of PDEU IIC as the Incubation Partner was crucial, providing valuable insights into startup support, mentorship, and future incubation opportunities. Overall, AutonomousHacks 2026 strengthened the innovation ecosystem, inspired non-conventional thinking, and established a robust foundation for future editions focused on impactful and sustainable technological development.
❖Total Students: 300+ participants
PDEU Innovation and Incubation Centre
Contact
+91 79 232751 43/44
Location
Pandit Deendayal Energy University (PDEU)
Raisan, Gandhinagar - 382426, Gujarat, India
