Empowering Innovation
Where disruptive minds unlock extraordinary ventures.
hackX is Sri Lanka's premier inter-university startup challenge, organized by the IMSSA of the University of Kelaniya.
Tenth Edition
Marking ten years of impact with the theme "Sustainable Innovation"
hackX 10.0 offers undergraduates a dedicated platform to present groundbreaking ideas to industry leaders, engage with potential investors, and turn their concepts into viable solutions.
A Decade of Innovation
2016 - 2025
5000+
Participants
30+
Universities
Sustainable Innovation
Empowering ideas that shape the future
Inter-University
Connecting together the brightest minds from universities across Sri Lanka.
Premier Platform
Present your idea to leading industry professional and pioneers.
Investor Support
Connect with investors and gain access to real funding opportunities.
Journey to Innovation
From Spark to Startup through our structured competition phases.
ideasprint
The journey begins! Kick off the competition with an exciting introduction to ideation, creativity, and innovation.
Registrations Open
Get ready to join the action. Assemble your team and officially register to compete in IdeaSprint.
Proposal Submission
Submit Your project proposals outlining your innovative solution and approach to the challenge till 10th of September
ideaX Semi Finals
Get ready to join the action. Assemble your team and officially register to compete in ideaX till 6th of September.
designX Workshop 1
Hands-on workshop to dive deeper into design thinking, product development, and prototyping.
designX Workshop 2
Second in the series of design workshops to refine your project with feedback from mentors and peers.
designX Workshop 3
Final workshop focused on preparing your pitch deck, demo, and presentation for the grand showdown.
Grand Finals
The climax of the event! Present your full solution to the jury and compete for top honors.
hackX 10.0 Awards
Unleashing potential with exceptional prizes and transformative opportunities for tomorrow’s innovators.
2nd Place
Runner-up
LKR 100,000
Cash Prize
1st Place
Champion
LKR 150,000
Cash Prize
3rd Place
Second Runner-up
LKR 75,000
Cash Prize
Rules & Guidelines
Everything you need to know to participate in hackX 10.0
Team Composition
Teams of 3-5 undergraduates from any university in Sri Lanka
Focus Area
Sustainable Innovation with real-world impact and commercial viability
Duration
12-week intensive program from registration to Grand Finals
Mentorship
Access to industry experts, successful entrepreneurs, and academic advisors
Eligibility Requirements
Eligibility
All team members must be currently enrolled undergraduate students
A team must consist of members from the same university, and each member may represent only one team.
Innovation
Ideas must focus on sustainable innovation and environmental impact
Original ideas only - no plagiarism or copying from existing solutions
Submission
Teams must submit a comprehensive business plan and prototype
Participants must attend all mandatory sessions and workshops
Complete Rulebook
Access the official guidelines for detailed information on competition rules, evaluation criteria, and submission requirements.
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Our team is here to assist you with any inquiries related to the event, guidelines, or technical support.
The Visionaries
Meet the dedicated team behind hackX 10.0, committed to delivering an exceptional and impactful experience.
Moments of Innovation
Experience the highlights of hackX editions and witness the unforgettable moments that shaped the hackX legacy.
hackX 9.0 opening
Lighting the oil lamp to mark commencement
The Team
The team behind hackX 9.0
Team Showcase
Confident minds ready to innovate
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Event Registration
Participants check in for the day
Focused Audience
Attendees engaged in presentations
hackX 9.0 opening
Lighting the oil lamp to mark commencement
The Team
The team behind hackX 9.0
Team Showcase
Confident minds ready to innovate
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Event Registration
Participants check in for the day
Focused Audience
Attendees engaged in presentations
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