MEGATHON 2026
Presented by
SSSIHL-IIC (Institution's Innovation Council)
Ātmano mokṣhārtham jagat hitāya cha
आत्मनो मोक्षार्थम्, जगत् हिताय च
Innovation is our Tool. Seva is our Purpose.
Conducted By
SSSIHL-IIC
SSSRIF
SSSSO
SSSIHMS
Sri Sathya Sai Innovation for Bharat
A Nationwide MEGATHON 2026
Healthcare | Energy | Environment | Agriculture | Deep Tech
Venue: Nationwide
Dec 2025 - July 2026
About Megathon 2026 - Innovation for Bharat
Megathon 2026 is the premier nationwide innovation challenge organized by the Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning (SSSIHL). As India strides confidently towards becoming a developed nation with Viksit Bharat 2047, the need for scalable, high-impact technical solutions has never been more critical. This event brings together the brightest minds from across the country to solve real-world problems.
The Megathon 2026 hackathon focuses on five pivotal themes: Healthcare, Energy, Environment, Agriculture, and Deep Tech. By participating, innovators and startups have the unique opportunity to contribute to Bharat Innovates, guided by our core philosophy: "Innovation is our Tool, Seva is our Purpose."
Conducted in collaboration with the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust (SSSCT) and supported by technical partners like SSSRIF and SSSIHMS, Megathon 2026 offers mentorship, funding opportunities, and a platform for national recognition. Whether you are a student, a researcher, or a professional, your ideas can shape the future of India.
Don't miss this chance to be part of the India AI Impact journey. For more details on the themes and submission guidelines, explore the sections above or register today to secure your spot in the Megathon 2026 Innovation Challenge.
Knowledge Partners & Partner Organisations
#MEGATHON2026
The Vision
One hundred years ago, a
vision was born.
Education that transforms. Service that liberates. Love that unites.
Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, our Founder Chancellor, showed us that true
progress comes when knowledge serves humanity. In his centenary year,
SSSIHL and sister organizations honor that vision by launching a movement
where innovation becomes service.
Service Through Innovation
Where technology serves humanity with love and compassion
Ethical Solutions
Building sustainable and impactful technologies for local problems
“Where India’s brightest minds converge to carry the legacy forward.
Through action. Through innovation. Through service.”
SSSIHL IIC
Centenary Year Initiative
Expected Outcomes
Building a pipeline of high-potential ideas to incubate and accelerate through SSSIHIL IIC Sparklab
👥
5,000+
Participants
Innovators across India
💡
200+
Ideas
Shortlisted for hackathon
🚀
50+
Startups
Selected for Sparklab
🏅
6–8
Regions
Regional hackathons
Execution Roadmap
Journey to Innovation
A structured pathway from ideation to incubation
Define, Design & Launch
Framework finalization, partner MoUs, and kickoff announcement
Idea Submission & Review
Review ideas and create final shortlisted selects for regional hackathons
Regional Hackathons
6-8 regional hackathons coordinated through alumni & partners
National Consolidation
Winners pitch at national event at SSSIHL / Prasanthi Nilayam
Incubation & Acceleration
Selected ideas nurtured at SSSRIF Innovation Foundation
Mega Graduation
In-campus pitching and graduation event with demos
Join The Movement
Everyone Has a Role
Find yours. This is your invitation to be part of something bigger.
Innovators
Who Build
Students, professionals, researchers, alumni, entrepreneurs, and domain experts.
Join as Innovators
Mentors
Who Guide
Industry experts and SSSIHIL alumni who share expertise and shape solutions.
Join as Mentors
Sponsors
Who Enable
Organizations, foundations, and technology partners powering progress.
Join as Sponsors
Institutions
That Facilitate
Universities, innovation cells, and regional hubs scaling the movement.
Join as Institutions
THE TIME IS NOW
From Your Contribution to
India's Transformation
India's Transformation
The problems are documented. The platform is ready. The support is in place.
The path is clear. What you do next matters.
The path is clear. What you do next matters.
Official Registration Portal
sssso.zohobackstage.in/megathon
