Impact Dhaka AI Hackathon
Schedule
Fri, 10 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 am
UTC+06:00Location
ECE Building, BUET | Dhaka, DA
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Cognisor AI presentsImpact Dhaka – AI for Urban Transformation
Open Innovation Hackathon (Onsite)
Dhaka is one of the fastest-growing cities in the world — full of energy, talent, and opportunity. Yet, it faces critical challenges across mobility, environment, infrastructure, and public services.
Impact Dhaka brings together builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers to work on these real challenges using AI.
This is not just a hackathon.
This is an execution-focused innovation platform.
🔗 Register & Explore
Registration: https://luma.com/cnged4tc
Website: https://impactdhaka.vercel.app/
Venue : To be announced soon.
🔷 Hackathon Format (Onsite Only)
All participants will join physically in Dhaka and build during the event.
🟢 On-the-Spot Submission
At the end of the build session, every team must submit:
Demo URL (working prototype or concept)
3-minute demo video
GitHub repository (if applicable)
➡️ Top 15 teams will be shortlisted
🔴 Final Round (Live Pitch)
Shortlisted teams will pitch onsite
Live demo + presentation
Final judging & awards
📍 Venue will be revealed soon
🔷 Participation Tracks
⚡ Vibe Coding Track
Build AI products rapidly
Use APIs, copilots, and no-code tools
Focus: Build → Test → Pitch
💡 Open Innovation Track (No Coding Required)
Design AI-powered solutions
Build product concepts and business models
Ideal for:
Business students
Designers
Entrepreneurs
AI beginners
🌍 Urban Challenge Themes
Urban mobility & traffic
Environmental sustainability
Disaster & flood response
Public service accessibility
Smart city intelligence
🔷 What Makes This Different
No coding required
Cross-functional collaboration
Real-world problem solving
Fast execution within hours
🔷 6-Hour Experience Flow
Problem selection
Team formation
Rapid ideation
Build / Design / Strategy
Demo & pitch
🌐 Global Opportunity: Connect with Japan’s Startup Ecosystem
Impact Dhaka is designed to go beyond local impact — it connects you to Japan’s innovation ecosystem.
🇯🇵 What You Get
Direct access to Japanese startup ecosystem
Connect with mentors, founders, and investors
Build relationships with global startups and builders
Explore cross-border opportunities in Japan
🏆 Winner Advantage
🎟️ Winning team gets a ticket to SusHi Tech Tokyo 2026
Opportunity to showcase your solution on a global stage
Exposure to international investors and startups
🔷 The Vision
Impact Dhaka aims to:
Democratize AI innovation
Enable youth-led solutions
Bridge technology with entrepreneurship
Create real opportunities in Bangladesh
🔷 What You Walk Away With
Working prototype OR validated idea
Clear problem-solution framework
Real-world exposure
Potential startup opportunity
🔷 Registration Process
Registration Fee Payment Instructions
Registration Fee - 350 taka per team / solo
To complete your registration, please follow the steps below:
Send the registration fee via bKash to:
01747423891
Select Send Money (not Cash Out or Payment).
After completing the payment, collect your Transaction ID.
Fill in the registration form with:
- Transaction ID
- The bKash number you used to send the payment
- Payment confirmation (Yes)
Make sure all details are accurate. Incorrect or missing information may result in registration issues.
Note:
The registration fee is the same for both solo participants and teams.
Registration will only be confirmed after successful payment verification.
🚀 Your One Idea Can Impact Dhaka
Join the Hackathon. Build. Solve. Win the Glory.
👉 Register now: https://luma.com/cnged4tc
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Where is it happening?
ECE Building, BUET, Dhaka, BangladeshEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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