Launch of 8th Edition of the Smart India Hackathon 2025” Problem Statements

We are thrilled to announce the much-anticipated launch of the “8th Edition of the Smart India Hackathon 2025” Problem Statements ! This year, we return with even greater enthusiasm, challenges, and opportunities to harness the power of innovation and technology for a smarter and more sustainable India.

Key Details:

· Date & Time: 25th August 2025 at 05:30 PM

· Idea Submission Opens: 25th August 2025

· SPOCs Registration and Idea Submission Closes: 24th September 2025

Live Launch: https://youtube.com/live/BrB- ZNAVr20?feature=share

Time: 25th August 2025, 05:30 PM

Website: www.sih.gov.in

The 8th edition of Smart India Hackathon 2025 promises to be a ground-breaking event that will bring together some of the brightest minds from across the nation to address real-world challenges. With your innovative ideas and coding skills, we aim to drive meaningful change and contribute to India's growth and development.

Stay tuned for more information about the hackathon schedule, guidelines, and important updates in the coming weeks. We can't wait to see your creativity, passion, and dedication in action.

Let’s come together to make Smart India Hackathon 2025 a grand success! Together, we can code for a brighter and smarter India.

For any queries or assistance, please feel free to reach out to our team at www.sih.gov.in .

Regards

Smart India Hackathon Team

For more details, visit: www.sih.gov.in

For other initiatives of AICTE: https://www.aicte-india.org/

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