The MRR Machine
Build a believable monetization system around a product people would value, keep, and pay for.
The IndeHub Hackathon 2026
Build and validate a new native Apple-platform product inspired by WWDC26, then demonstrate it to the IndeHub community.
Prize pool
Total announced prize pool: ₹2,00,000
Grand Prize: a Bambu Lab P2S 3D printer.
Process
Hackathon process
- 20 July 2026, 12:00 AM IST
Hackathon begins
The online build and validation phase begins.
- 31 July 2026, 11:59 PM IST
Registration closes
The registration form closes automatically at the IST deadline.
- 1 August 2026, 12:00 AM IST
Submissions open
The submission form opens for registered teams.
- 7 August 2026, 11:59 PM IST
Submission deadline
Submit a TestFlight build or working screen-recording demonstration.
- 8–10 August 2026
Evaluation and finalist announcement
Submissions are evaluated after the deadline. Results are announced by email on 10 August.
- 22 August 2026
Bengaluru finale
Finalists present live. Venue coming soon; teams arrange travel and accommodation.
Build focus
Sponsored challenge tracks
Oivu
The Wellness Loop
Create an experience that meaningfully improves physical, mental, emotional, or everyday wellbeing.
Local LLM
The Pocket Brain
Build the strongest useful experience around a local or on-device language model.
The Voice Layer
Make voice, speech, audio, conversation, accessibility, or creative expression an essential part of the product.
Title Sponsor
Sponsors
Participant guide
Rules, tracks, WWDC26 technologies, submissions, and answers.
The canonical 2026 rules and FAQ now live in the Hacker Guide.
Hacker Guide
Dates, rules, Apple technologies, track requirements, and submission guidance for The IndeHub Hackathon 2026.