The AICTE Smart India Hackathon 2026 has officially opened its registration portal at sih.gov.in, inviting creative minds to showcase their ingenuity. As the world’s largest open innovation platform, this initiative empowers future entrepreneurs and innovators to contribute to a more advanced India. SIH 2026 aims to turn national development into a collective effort, leveraging the current surge in Indian entrepreneurship. College faculty coordinators (SPOCs), school representatives, and student challengers are encouraged to submit their unique ideas before the deadline.
Smart India Hackathon 2026 Registration / Login
The Smart India Hackathon 2026 is designed to give students a platform to address everyday challenges, fostering a spirit of product innovation and analytical problem-solving. By participating, students gain the chance to tackle real-world issues faced by private sector entities and develop high-quality solutions for global industry leaders. This initiative also provides companies with an excellent opportunity to discover and recruit top-tier talent from across the nation.
Smart India Hackathon Problem Statement Creaters/Challengers Registration
Follow these steps to register as a Problem Statement Creator or Challenger for SIH 2026:
- Navigate to the official portal at sih.gov.in
- Click on the "Login / Register" button on the homepage, or visit https://www.sih.gov.in/signin to access the sign-in portal.

- Select the "Don't Have Account? Register Now" link, then choose "Problem Statement Creaters/Challengers" from the selection menu.
- Complete the registration form with your details to finalize your entry.