Key facts
- Type
- Competition
- Provider
- Institute of Engineering & Management
- Deadline
- 9/18/2026
In short
Hack2Heal 2.0 is a global student hackathon by IEM focused on healthcare innovation, with prizes including cash and publication opportunities. The deadline for Round 1 submissions is September 10, 2026.
Hack2Heal 2.0 - Global Healthcare Innovation Hackathon
By Institute of Engineering & Management
CompetitionAccepting applications nowApply by 9/18/20262 days left
$100
Winner cash prize
Global
Open to students worldwide
Online
Asynchronous Round 1 submission
20 teams
Advance to the Final Round
Overview
Hack2Heal 2.0 is a global healthcare innovation hackathon organized by the Institute of Engineering & Management (IEM), open exclusively to students currently enrolled in a college or university anywhere in the world. The event invites interdisciplinary ideas spanning AI & Machine Learning, Biotechnology, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Blockchain, Data Science, Digital Health, and Medical Technology, though participants may also submit ideas outside these categories as long as they address healthcare challenges innovatively. Round 1 is an asynchronous, online idea-submission round: participants (competing individually or in teams of eligible college/university students) submit a PDF presentation using the official Hack2Heal 2.0 template covering their problem statement, proposed solution, innovation/technology, target users and impact, implementation approach, and team details. A fully developed prototype is not required at this stage. Twenty teams will advance from Round 1 to a Final Round, with separate requirements to be communicated later to qualifiers. Submissions are judged on innovation and originality, problem relevance, impact potential, feasibility and scalability, technical and scientific approach, and clarity of presentation. Winners receive cash and access to research publication and internship opportunities at IEM's Institute of Fundamental Research.
What to build
An innovative healthcare solution or idea addressing a real-world healthcare challenge, spanning fields such as AI & Machine Learning, Biotechnology, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Blockchain, Data Science, Digital Health, or Medical Technology (or other approaches, provided they tackle healthcare innovation). No working prototype is required for Round 1 — a well-developed PDF presentation of the idea is sufficient.
Prizes
Winner
1 award
$100 cash
Top Performer
3 awards
Scopus-indexed research publication opportunity
Impactful Showcase
5 awards
Research and internship opportunities at IEM Institute of Fundamental Research
Key dates
- Round 1 submission deadline2026-09-10T23:45:00+05:30
Eligibility
Open exclusively to students currently enrolled in a college or university anywhere in the world; must be above the legal age of majority in their country of residence. School students, companies, and professional organizations are excluded. Participants may face requests for student ID verification. All countries/territories are welcome, subject to standard Devpost eligibility exceptions.
How to enter
- Register for Hack2Heal 2.0 on Devpost
- Download the official Hack2Heal 2.0 presentation template
- Complete the presentation covering problem statement, proposed solution, innovation/technology, target users, impact, and implementation approach
- Include team details in the submission
- Submit the completed PDF via Devpost before the deadline
Submission requirements
- Submission must be a PDF presentation using the official Hack2Heal 2.0 template
- Must include problem statement, proposed solution, innovation details, target users/impact, implementation approach, and team details
- A fully developed prototype is not required for Round 1
- All team members must be eligible college or university students
Judging criteria
- Innovation & Originality
- Problem Relevance
- Impact Potential
- Feasibility & Scalability
- Technical & Scientific Approach
- Clarity & Presentation
Sponsors & partners
Institute of Engineering & Management
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can participate in Hack2Heal 2.0?
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Students currently enrolled in a college or university anywhere in the world; school students, companies, and professional organizations are not eligible.
Do I need a working prototype to enter?
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No. Round 1 only requires a PDF presentation of your idea following the official template; a fully developed prototype is not required.
Can I compete solo or do I need a team?
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You can compete individually or as part of a team; no maximum team size is specified, but all members must be eligible college/university students.
What happens after Round 1?
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20 teams will advance to a Final Round, with separate requirements to be communicated later to those who qualify.