Coding challenges
Timed challenges to design and build software solutions.
About the programme
Ideas that solve real problems
Some of the best ideas come from young people who are close to the problem. Our hackathons and innovation challenges give them the time, structure and mentoring to turn ideas into working solutions.
Each challenge starts from a clear problem statement - often from education, health, environment, accessibility or local services. Teams research the problem, build a prototype (software, hardware or a service design) and present it to a panel.
Every challenge publishes its rules, eligibility, team size, timeline and judging criteria on its own page before registration opens. Prizes, certificates or support, if any, are announced only when they are confirmed.
- Encourage problem-solving for real community needs
- Build teamwork, creativity and practical technical skills
- Give young innovators mentoring and a platform to present ideas
- Promote ethical and inclusive innovation
What we cover
Topics & activities
Sessions are planned around these themes. Each event page lists exactly what a session covers.
Problem statements
Real challenges from education, health, environment and community services.
Prototyping
Building working models - apps, websites, devices or service designs.
Idea pitching
Presenting a solution clearly to judges, mentors and the community.
Team projects
Working in diverse teams with defined roles and mentor support.
Innovation workshops
Design thinking and preparation sessions before a challenge.
Upcoming
Upcoming programmes
Dates, venues, modes and registration status are updated as sessions are scheduled.
New Hackathons & Innovation Challenges sessions will be announced here — register your interest and we will let you know.
Completed
Past programmes
Completed sessions with photos, short reports and verified outcomes.
Completed sessions will appear here after they take place, with photos, a short report and outcomes verified by our team.
Eligibility
Who can participate
Each event page states its own eligibility. In general, these sessions welcome:
- College and university students
- School students in senior classes (with a parent's or guardian's consent)
- Young professionals, developers and designers
- Student clubs and institutions that want to field teams
- Mentors and domain experts who want to guide teams
- Non-technical participants with strong ideas - teams need many skills
Outcomes
Benefits & learning outcomes
What participants can expect to take away. Outcomes depend on the session and on regular participation.
Real-world problem solving
Work on challenges that matter to communities.
Practical experience
Build and test a prototype within a defined timeline.
Presentation skills
Learn to pitch an idea clearly and take feedback.
Networking and mentoring
Meet mentors, peers and organisations interested in innovation.
Registration
Register for a programme
Choose an open session in this area. If nothing is open right now, register your interest and we will let you know when new sessions are announced.
There is no open programme in this area right now.
New Hackathons & Innovation Challenges sessions are announced on this page and on our events page. Leave your details and we will let you know when registration opens.
Register your interest
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Is there a fee to take part?
Each event page shows clearly whether the session is free or has a participation fee. Fees, if any, are never collected through this website. Please do not pay anyone who asks for money in our name without first checking with us.
Who can take part?
Eligibility is listed on each event page - for example the age group, background or number of places. Participants under 18 need the consent of a parent or guardian to register.
Will I receive a certificate?
Certificates are issued only for sessions where the event page confirms it, and only to participants whose attendance is recorded. If an event page does not mention a certificate, please do not expect one.
When and where are the sessions held?
Dates, times and the venue or online details are published on each event page. Joining links for online sessions are shared privately with registered participants by email. If anything changes, registered participants are informed.
How do I register and what happens next?
Choose an open session and fill in the registration form. You receive a confirmation by email. If a session is full it may offer a waiting list, and we contact you if a place becomes available.
Do I need a team to register?
Each challenge page states the team size. Some allow individual registration and help participants form teams; others need a complete team at registration.
Partner with us
Contact & partnership enquiry
Institutions, trainers, sponsors and community organisations can work with us on Hackathons & Innovation Challenges.
- Schools, colleges & institutionsHost a session or a series for your students or members.
- Trainers, experts & speakersVolunteer your time and knowledge as a trainer, mentor or judge.
- Sponsors & CSR teamsSupport a programme with resources, equipment or venues.
- Community organisationsBring a programme to your neighbourhood, village or community centre.
Prefer email? Write to info@preritwelfarefoundation.org
Partnership enquiry
Learn, take part or help this programme grow
Register for an open session, ask us to tell you about new dates, or partner with us to bring Hackathons & Innovation Challenges sessions to your school, college or community.