Pune: The Army Institute of Technology (AIT), Pune, is set to host Innerve X, the tenth edition of India’s largest student-driven hackathon, on January 30 and 31, 2026.
Organized by the Open Source Software (OSS) Club of AIT Pune, Innerve X continues to serve as a national platform enabling students to collaborate, innovate, and build technology-driven solutions addressing real-world challenges.
This milestone edition of Innerve X is supported by strong industry participation. Keychain joins as the Title Sponsor, while MiniOrange, Accops, Josh, and Bank of Baroda are on board as key sponsors.
Major League Hacking (MLH) is the official Event Partner, contributing global visibility and reinforcing the technical rigor and competitive standards of the hackathon.
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Innerve X Grand Finale to Feature 45 Shortlisted Teams from Across India
The response to Innerve X has been nationwide, with more than 10,000 student registrations received from institutions across India.
Following a comprehensive multi-stage evaluation process, 45 top-performing teams have been shortlisted to compete in the Grand Finale at AIT Pune.
During the two-day event, finalist teams will receive structured mentoring from experts, culminating in the prize distribution ceremony scheduled for January 31, 2026.
Innerve 10.0 is being conducted under the guidance of the faculty members of the Open Source Software Club and the AIT management.
Their continued leadership and institutional support have played a key role in strengthening Innerve’s reputation as a prominent student-led platform focused on innovation, industry engagement, and technology excellence.
