Event Overview

Al HackMatrix-Al for Good: Solutions for Social Impact is a collaborative initiative by UIE (University Institute of Engineering), USB (University School of Business), GSFA (Global School of Financial Accounting) and UIPS (University Institute of Pharma Sciences), which promises to be a transformative platform for innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact through artificial intelligence.

Participants have the chance to collaborate in diverse, interdisciplinary teams, receive mentorship from industry professionals, engage in hands-on building of Al applications, and pitch their innovations to leaders who can help to scale their solutions.

Objectives

• To create a multi-stage Al Hack Matrix event, including an online bootcamp

• To prepare participants, a focused 24-hour offline hackathon to design and prototype solutions, and a post-event

• Pitch & Innovation Expo.

• To leverage artificial intelligence to create meaningful social impact, especially within emerging technology fields

• To solve real-world problems across key sectors, including HealthTech, FinTech, and AgriTech.

Prizes

Cash Prize: 71,50,000 *** (Pool Prize) + Trophy + Certificate + Goodies + Incubation facility + Internship

**750,000 Per Theme**

Mode of Event :

Pre-event: Online (on Microsoft Teams)

Main Event: Offline at Chandigarh University

Key Benefits & Opportunities

• 1.5 Lakh Cash Prize Pool along with Certificates for top performers.

• Dedicated Mentorship from industry leaders and domain experts.

• Internship Opportunities with leading brands and corporates.

• Work on Real-Life Problem Statements from startups and industry partners.

• Access to Al Arena with live demos, innovation booths, and emerging technologies.

• Exclusive Networking Opportunities with global industry leaders, innovators, and pr

• Enhance Coding, Problem-Solving & Innovation Skills through collaborative, time-bound challenges.

• Showcase Talent to leading technology companies and investors.

Who Can Participate?

• Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and PhD researchers.

• Each team will consist of EXACTLY 4 members.

• Each team must follow the mandatory gender-diversity format: (at least 1 Female) or (at least 1 Male).

• Interdisciplinary teams are allowed (engineering, business, pharma, finance, etc.).

• Inter-College and inter-University teams are also allowed.

Qualifying Rounds & Selection

Pre-Event:

Day Online Bootcamp

Date: 2nd Feb, 2026 - 4th Feb, 2026

• Workshop on Al Foundations and Technical Readiness

• Workshop on Responsible and Trusted Al

• Workshop on Design Thinking, Problem Framing, Pitch Preparation, and Round
  
  ROUND 1

  Round 1:

  Pre-Screening and Idea Submission

  After registration, each team will select one problem statement from the provided pool and submit a PowerPoint presentation for pre-selection by January 28th, 2026.

  Shortlisted teams will advance to ROUND 2

  A bootcamp will be organised for all shortlisted teams.

  ROUND 2 (Elimination Round) 5th Feb-16th Feb, 2026

  Teams will virtually present their ideas. Based on these presentations, a further shortlist will be created. The selected teams will advance to ROUND 3 and will be invited to participate in the main hackathon round on February 20th-21st, 2026, to be held offline at Chandigarh University (Mohali).

  MAIN EVENT:

  ROUND 3

  24-Hour Offline Interdisciplinary Hackathon

  Date: February 20th-21st, 2026 (Day 1 & Day 2)

  Focus Areas: HealthTech, FinTech, and AgriTech

  Coordinator/Point of Contact:

  Er. Jyoti Rani (VIE)

  Email: jyoti.e13835@cumail.in| Phone: 9530674321

  Priyanka Chugh (USB and GSFA)

  Email: priyanka.e14624@cumail.in| Phone: 9417650793

  Dr Abhishek Sharma

  Email: abhishek.e11684@cumail.in | Phone: 9418859600