Name: PSB's Cybersecurity, Fraud & Artificial Intelligence Hackathon 2026
Start: 2026-05-06T18:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-08-28T18:29:00.000Z

Question 1

Who can participate and what is the team size?

Accepted Answer

The hackathon is open to all students, dropouts, aspiring entrepreneurs, and young achievers from any institutes/universities. Each team will consist of 3-4 students, and preferably 1 or more female participants should be part of each team for women empowerment.

Question 2

What are the prize details for the winners?

Accepted Answer

The hackathon offers exciting prizes worth up to Rs 20 Lakhs, with a prize pool of Rs 10 Lakh for each of the two topics. The prize money will be awarded in three installments.

Question 3

What are the main problem statements for the hackathon?

Accepted Answer

The hackathon focuses on two main problem statements: Generative AI-Based Automated Analysis and Risk Scoring of Fraudulent APKs, and AI/ML-Based Classification of Suspicious Mule Accounts.

Question 4

Will accommodation and travel be provided for the Grand Finale?

Accepted Answer

Yes, accommodation at IIT Hyderabad and travel reimbursement will be provided for outstation participants attending the Grand Finale.

Question 5

Will participants receive certificates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Certificates of Excellence, Merit, or Participation will be provided for all participants.

PSB's Cybersecurity, Fraud & Artificial Intelligence Hackathon 2026

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