About Craftathon
Craftathon is a 36-hour in-person hackathon held at Gandhinagar University, Gujarat, India. Organized for college students across India, Craftathon challenges participants to build innovative solutions across five technology biomes — EdTech, DefenseTech, GreenTech, SafetyTech, and HealthTech. Teams of 2–4 compete for a prize pool of up to ₹50,000, receive mentorship from industry experts, and earn certificates of participation.
Craftathon is designed to challenge and inspire student developers, designers, and innovators. We bring together the brightest minds to solve real-world problems across five diverse technology biomes.
Our Mission
We believe that innovation thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. Craftathon provides a platform for students to apply their skills to meaningful problems in education, defense, sustainability, safety, and healthcare.
The Five Biomes
- EdTech — Transforming education through technology
- DefenseTech — Innovations for national security and defense
- GreenTech — Sustainable solutions for a better planet
- SafetyTech — Technology that keeps people safe
- HealthTech — Improving healthcare through innovation
Why Participate?
Beyond the ₹25,000 prize pool, Craftathon offers mentorship from industry experts, networking opportunities, and the chance to build something that matters. Past participants have gone on to launch startups, secure internships, and publish research.