​Design Nexus : Design Hackathon 2026

​12 Hours. 80 Designers. ₹25,000 Prize Pool.

​What happens when UX designers, graphic designers, strategists, and creative problem-solvers come together in one room to solve a real-world design challenge?

​You get the Pune Designare Hackathon an immersive 12-hour offline experience designed to push your creativity, collaboration, and execution skills to the next level.

​Whether you're a student building your portfolio or a working professional looking to test your skills, this hackathon is your chance to work alongside talented designers, learn from industry experts, and create something worth showcasing.

​🎯 What You'll Experience

• ​Solve realistic design challenges

• ​Work in multidisciplinary teams

• ​Build portfolio-worthy case studies

• ​Get feedback from industry leaders

• ​Network with top designers & founders

• ​Compete for exciting prizes & recognition

• ​Learn how design works beyond a single discipline

​👨‍🎓 Perfect For Students & Early Career Designers

​If you've ever wondered:

• ​How do design teams actually work?

• ​What does collaboration between different design disciplines look like?

• ​How can I create stronger portfolio projects?

• ​How do I gain practical experience before getting hired?

​This hackathon is designed for you.

​You'll get hands-on experience solving complex problems, presenting your ideas, and working alongside talented peers from different backgrounds.

​👥 Who Is This For?

• ​UX / Product Designers

• ​Graphic Designers

• ​Product Designers

• ​Industrial Designers

• ​Brand Designers

• ​Visual Designers

• ​Design Strategists

• ​Creative Thinkers

• ​Design Students

• ​Working Professionals

​No matter your experience level, if you're passionate about design and collaboration, you're welcome.

​🕘 Event Flow

• ​09:00 AM : Registration

• ​09:30 AM : Icebreaker & Networking

• ​10:00 AM : Design Brief Reveal

• ​10:30 AM : Hackathon Begins

• ​01:30 PM : Lunch Break

• ​02:00 PM : Build Session Continues

• ​06:00 PM : Submission Deadline

• ​06:00 PM - 07:30 PM : Final Presentations & Feedback

• ​07:30 PM - 08:00 PM : Awards Ceremony

• ​08:00 PM - 09:00 PM : Networking & Mentorship Session

​💰 Cash Prizes

​₹25,000 CASH PRIZE POOL

​Plus:

• ​Recognition from industry professionals

• ​Valuable feedback from judges

• ​Portfolio exposure

• ​Bragging rights for life

​🎟️ Tickets

​⚡ Regular Ticket: ₹999

​Hosted By Designare

​India's fastest-growing design community, bringing together thousands of designers through workshops, events, hackathons, and meaningful learning experiences.

​Ready to design, collaborate, and compete?

​👉 Secure your spot before Early Bird tickets run out.