Dates

• Registration opens: Now!

• Opening ceremony: 11/21/2026 @ 9 AM PST

• Hacking begins: 11/21/2026 @ 9 AM PST

• Submission deadline: 11/22/2026 @ 12 PM PST

• Judging period: 11/22/2026: 12 PM to 2:30 PM PST

• Winners announced: 11/22/2026 @ 3 PM PST

Eligibility

EvoHacks 2.0 is open to all students.

Teams may include up to 4 participants. Solo participants are allowed.

Any additional participation or prize restrictions will be stated in the official rules.

Project and Submission Requirements

• Submit your project before the published deadline.

• Clearly distinguish work completed during the event from pre-existing code, templates, or assets.

• Credit external libraries, datasets, assets, and AI-assisted work.

• Use materials you have permission to use.

• Do not expose passwords, API keys, private information, or confidential data in your submission.

• Make your demonstration accessible to the judges and explain any setup requirements.

• Follow the event’s official rules and community guidelines.

• AI Policy: AI is accepted but you should not use it to create the whole project. You must be able to explain your code, and have that as a small part of the video. 

Prizes

Confirmed prizes will be announced here and through our official channels.

Potential prizes will be: 1st. 2nd & 3rd; Jugdes Favorite & Any sponsor prizes that might be available.

Each announced award will specify whether it is cash, software access, credits, merchandise, mentorship, or educational support. Scholarship and tuition awards will include any admission requirements, remaining costs, and redemption conditions.

Judging Criteria and Winner Selection

• Impact: Does the project address a meaningful problem?

• Technical execution: How well does the implementation work?

• Creativity: What makes the approach original or thoughtful?

• Usability: Is the experience clear and useful for its intended audience?

• Presentation: Does the submission clearly demonstrate the project and explain the team’s work?