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BlockseBlock is an India-based tech platform that connects developers, designers, students, and tech enthusiasts with hackathons, workshops, and structured learning programmes focused on emerging technologies such as Web3, AI, blockchain, AR, and VR. With over 100,000 builders in its community, it serves as both a hackathon hosting hub and an educational marketplace through its Learn-BlockseBlock initiative.
BlockseBlock is built for developers, designers, students, startup founders, and tech enthusiasts who want hands-on experience with emerging technologies. Whether you are a first-time builder or an experienced developer, the platform offers pathways to compete, learn, and launch.
No. While BlockseBlock is headquartered in India, it hosts both online and offline hackathons that attract global participants. Events have featured participants from multiple countries, and online hackathons are open to builders worldwide.
BlockseBlock specialises in Web3, blockchain, artificial intelligence (AI), augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and decentralised finance (DeFi). The platform works with protocol ecosystems including Polygon, Tezos, Near, Internet Computer, Filecoin Foundation, Flow, and Protocol Labs.
To participate, visit blockseblock.com, browse the live and upcoming hackathons, and click on the event you want to join. From the hackathon details page, you can register directly. Most hackathons are free to enter.
Yes, the majority of hackathons listed on BlockseBlock are free for participants. Some specialised workshops and courses may be fee-based, but open hackathon participation is typically at no cost.
BlockseBlock offers three hackathon formats - online, offline, and hybrid. Online hackathons allow participants to compete from anywhere in the world. Offline events are held at physical venues, often at physical partner universities such as IIT Delhi, IIT Roorkee, and IIT Bombay. Hybrid events combine both.
Hackathon durations vary. Options include 1-day sprints, week-long competitions, and month-long innovation marathons, depending on the organiser and the challenge theme.
Prize pools vary by event and have ranged from a few thousand rupees to over Rs 5,00,000 and USD 50,000 for larger competitions. Prizes include cash rewards, grants, scholarships, gadgets, merchandise, and certificates from top tech companies.
Hackathon themes on BlockseBlock include Web3, blockchain, AI, DeFi, AR/VR, open innovation, and college-specific challenges. Themes are set by the organising partner and vary across events.
Both solo and team participation are supported, depending on the specific hackathon rules. Each event listing specifies team size requirements on the hackathon details page.
Yes. BlockseBlock offers a hackathon organising service for companies, universities, startups, and blockchain ecosystems. Organisers get access to a community of 100,000+ developers, event management support, and tools to run online, offline, or hybrid hackathons.
Any organisation can partner with BlockseBlock to host a hackathon - including tech companies, Web3 protocols, universities, incubators, and government bodies. Past organisers include IIT Delhi, IIT Roorkee, IIT Bombay, Tezos, Polygon, Near, Internet Computer, and Filecoin Foundation.
BlockseBlock provides end-to-end support including event promotion to its developer community, participant management, mentorship coordination, judging facilitation, and post-event reporting. Organisers can also leverage BlockseBlock's media presence and partner network.
Visit blockseblock.com/organise and click "Organise a Hackathon" to submit your interest. The BlockseBlock team will get in touch to discuss your goals, format, timeline, and audience.
Learn-BlockseBlock is the educational arm of the BlockseBlock platform, available at learn.blockseblock.com. It offers structured courses and workshops focused on Web3, blockchain development, AI, and other emerging technologies, designed to take learners from foundational knowledge to job-ready skills.
Some courses and learning resources are available for free, while others may be fee-based depending on the depth and structure of the content. Check learn.blockseblock.com for current course listings and pricing.
You can learn blockchain development, smart contract programming, Web3 application development, AI integration, DeFi protocols, AR/VR development, and more. Courses are designed to be practical and hackathon-ready.
BlockseBlock has a community of over 100,000 builders including developers, designers, students, and startup founders across India and globally.
BlockseBlock bridges the gap between academic learning and professional careers. Through hackathons, you can build a portfolio, win recognition from top tech companies, connect with potential employers, and access incubation and acceleration programmes to launch your own startup.
The Campus Ambassador Programme allows students to represent BlockseBlock at their university. Ambassadors host hackathons, workshops, and tech events on campus, connect their peers with the Web3 and AI ecosystem, and build leadership experience in the tech community.
BlockseBlock has supported over 50 startup success stories through its Founder House programme, which provides investor-ready mentorship, go-to-market strategy support, and direct connections to venture capitalists and mentors.
The Hacker House is an immersive, in-person hackathon experience where 100 builders come together under one roof for 24 hours of non-stop innovation. BlockseBlock provides free accommodation and food so participants can focus entirely on building. It is designed for rapid collaboration and shipping big ideas.
BlockseBlock's partners include IIT Delhi, IIT Roorkee, IIT Bombay, Polygon, Tezos, Near Protocol, Internet Computer (ICP), Filecoin Foundation, Protocol Labs, Flow, OpenXAI, Zomato, Coding Ninjas, Bitget, and Story Protocol, among others.
Yes. BlockseBlock has been covered by major Indian media outlets including ANI News, The Print, and Hindustan-based publications, particularly for its role in advancing blockchain and AI adoption in India.
You can browse hackathons without an account. However, to register for a hackathon or access courses, you will need to log in or create a free account at blockseblock.com/login.
You can reach the BlockseBlock team via the Contact Us page on blockseblock.com. Whether you have questions about programmes, partnerships, or opportunities, their team is available to assist.