AppSec & Secure Dev
Build tools that find, explain, or fix vulnerabilities — or apps engineered to be secure by design.
Season I · Genesis — national online hackathon
2026
SCRYPTIC
Decode./Build./Prove.
A security-led, national-level online hackathon by Digiscrypt Technologies. Pick a problem, build something people can actually trust, and prove you belong among the best.
Teams of 1–4 · 100% online · ₹39,999 prize pool · internships & certificates
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₹39,999
Total prize pool
1–4
Members per team
100%
Online & nationwide
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Finishers get certificates
What is SCRYPTIC
A hackathon that rewards what we live by:
code you can trust.
SCRYPTIC is Digiscrypt's flagship hackathon — and Season I is just the beginning. Most hackathons ask "does the demo work?" We go further: we reward teams that build things that are secure, well-engineered, and real. Whether you're into AppSec, AI, open source, or building products from scratch, there's a track for you.
Win more than cash
A ₹39,999 prize pool — plus the chance to work with Digiscrypt and land an internship with our engineering team.
Build for the real world
Problem statements drawn from real engineering and security challenges — not toy prompts.
Learn from practitioners
Mentor check-ins during the build sprint and a judging panel that actually reviews your code.
Choose your battlefield
Five tracks. One standard: trust.
Security runs through every track — but there's room for everyone, from first-time hackers to seasoned builders. Pick one track per team.
AI × Security
Use AI to make software safer — or make AI systems themselves more trustworthy.
Open Source for Good
Build or harden an open-source utility the developer community can actually use.
FinTech / HealthTech — Trust First
Solve a real problem in finance or health where privacy and security are part of the score.
Open Innovation
An idea that doesn't fit a box? Build anything — bonus points if you make it trustworthy.
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How it runs
Season I — the timeline.
A two-round format: anyone can enter, the best ideas advance to a live build sprint. Registration runs 20 June – 30 July 2026.
Phase 0120 Jun – 30 Jul
Registration open
Form a team of 1–4, pay ₹149 per member, and lock your spot. Each member receives dashboard access by email.
Phase 0201 – 05 Aug
Round 1 — domains & idea submission
Problem statements unlock in your dashboard on 1 Aug. Submit a short deck — your problem, approach, and impact — by 5 Aug.
Phase 0315 Aug
Round 1 shortlist
Idea-screening results. Shortlisted teams are notified on their dashboard and by email.
Phase 0420 Aug
Finalists announced
The final teams for the build sprint are confirmed, with the official rulebook and kickoff details.
Phase 0521 Aug
Grand Finale — 36-hour build sprint
Final problem statements drop at kickoff. Build live, then submit your GitHub repo URL and a demo video URL.
Phase 06from 28 Aug
Final judging
Online interviews and live presentations for finalists, scored against the rubric.
Phase 07~ 07 Sep
Results
Winners announced — prizes, internship offers, and certificates follow.
₹39,999Cash prize pool
InternshipsFast-tracked at Digiscrypt
Work with usReal engineering & security projects
+ a verifiable certificate for every participant who finishes
Cash prizes for the top teams
A ₹39,999 pool shared across the winning teams. The exact split is revealed at the finale — every podium spot is worth fighting for.
Work with Digiscrypt
Standout teams get the opportunity to collaborate with us on real engineering and security work.
Internship fast-track
Top performers — even on losing teams — are fast-tracked for internships at Digiscrypt Technologies.
Certificates for everyone
Every participant who completes the hackathon earns a verifiable certificate; finalists and winners get special recognition.
Mentorship & feedback
Direct guidance during the build sprint and judges who read your code and tell you what's good — and what isn't.
A network that lasts
Meet builders nationwide, join the SCRYPTIC community, and get an early seat for Season II.
Join the season
Register your team.
One flat fee per member. Add up to four teammates, pay together, and you're in.
Per-member registration
₹149 / member
A team of 4 pays ₹596 total. Solo entries welcome at ₹149.
- Dashboard access for every member
- Entry to all five tracks
- Mentorship during the build sprint
- Certificate of participation
- Shot at ₹39,999, internships & working with us
Build your team
Enter your details and add 0–3 teammates (1–4 members total). The team lead registers everyone.
Pay ₹149 per member
Pay securely in one go — the total scales with your team size. Instant confirmation.
Get your dashboard
Every member receives a secure sign-in link by email — no passwords sent in plain text. Set your own and you're in.
Submit & compete
Pick a track, submit your Round 1 idea, and if you advance, build live in the Grand Finale.
Good questions
Frequently asked.
Who can participate?
Anyone in India who loves to build — students, freshers, and working professionals. It's a national, fully online hackathon, so you can join from anywhere.
How big can a team be?
One to four members. You can enter solo, or add up to three teammates when you register. Larger ideas, smaller egos — your call.
What does the ₹149 fee cover?
It's a per-member entry fee that covers your dashboard access, participation across all tracks, mentorship, certificate, and your shot at the prize pool, internships, and working with Digiscrypt. A four-person team pays ₹596 total.
Do I need to be a security expert?
No. Security runs through the event, but tracks like Open Innovation and AI welcome all skill levels. You'll be judged partly on how trustworthy your build is — and we'll help you get there.
How does judging work?
Round 1 is an idea/deck screening. Finalists build live in the Grand Finale and are scored on innovation, technical depth, security & code quality, impact, and presentation.
What do I get if I win?
A share of the ₹39,999 prize pool, the opportunity to work with Digiscrypt, internship fast-tracks for top performers, and certificates for everyone who completes the hackathon.
When and where does it happen?
Entirely online. Registration runs 20 June – 30 July 2026, with the Grand Finale 36-hour build sprint on 21 August 2026 and results announced around 7 September 2026.
Season I · Genesis
Decode. Build. Prove.
The first season of SCRYPTIC is coming. Bring your team, bring your best code — and prove it.