Code Red 2026 — National 24-hour product sprint in BengaluruRED^'26

Submit your PPT online. Shortlisted teams pitch their prototype and methodology online and defend their approach. The top 60 teams advance to the 24-hour offline finale at BMSIT&M.

Students enrolled in accredited higher education institutions across India.

Teams must comprise 3 to 4 members. Cross-college and inter-departmental team compositions are fully permitted.

Round 1 online submission is free. Shortlisted offline finalists pay an administrative confirmation fee covering venue access, food, connectivity, and kits. The amount is to be confirmed.

The 24-hour finale takes place on 28–29 December 2026 at BMS Institute of Technology & Management, Yelahanka, Bengaluru.

No. Participants must develop their solutions based on the official tracks provided on the Code Red ’26 website. Teams can start working on their selected track from Round 1 itself and continue developing their solutions throughout the competition. The 24-hour Product Development Sprint at BMSIT&M will provide an opportunity to further enhance, refine and demonstrate their products. Standard open-source libraries and public APIs are permitted.

Hardware teams must bring their core development kits, such as Raspberry Pi, ESP32, and sensors. The host institution provides workbenches, power extensions, and basic assembly stations.

Yes. Registered finalists receive onsite hospitality, including catered meals, midnight snacks, beverages, continuous facility access, and designated rest areas.

Promising projects may qualify for VentureX, a separate event to pitch their products, business models, and vision to investors.