BUILD AI THAT ACTS
INTELLIGENCE THAT MOVES
AGENTS.
ROBOTS.
AUTOMATION.
PROBLEM STATEMENTS LOCKED
Phaser presents · AI × Robotics · 2026

NexusHacks

Build AI that acts. Build intelligence that moves.
StartJul 1, 2026 · 12:00 AM IST
FormatGlobal Online
Prize Pool₹20,000
TeamsSolo — 3 Members
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01 — Mission Brief

Build Beyond
the Screen.

NexusHacks is a 48-hour global online hackathon organized by Phaser for builders, hackers, dreamers, engineers, founders, and curious people who ask what if a little too often.

Most AI hackathons end at chatbots and dashboards. NexusHacks pushes beyond the screen: autonomous agents, intelligent automation systems, robotic solutions, embedded AI applications, simulations, proof-of-concepts, and products.

No endless webinars. No corporate buzzword bingo. Just 48 hours of slightly chaotic, highly caffeinated, builder-focused execution.

48hBuild Window
2×Categories
3maxTeam Members
₹20kCash Prize Pool
02 — Categories

Pick Your Build Mode.

CATEGORY — 01
AI

Agentic AI

Build intelligent software systems powered by AI. Autonomous agents, multi-agent systems, LLM applications, automation workflows, AI infrastructure, or open-ended software experiments.

AI AgentsMulti-AgentLLMsAutomationInfra
CATEGORY — 02
RX

Embedded AI

Build AI-powered systems that interact with the physical world. Robotics, edge AI, IoT, autonomous systems, hardware automation, CAD, schematics, simulations, and virtual prototypes all count.

RoboticsEdge AIIoT + AIAutonomyHardware
03 — Schedule

Clock Starts Cold.

JUL 01, 2026 · 00:00 IST

Kickoff

The hackathon officially begins and problem statements are revealed. No early access, no pre-built solution sprint before the clock starts.

JUL 01–03, 2026

48 Hours of Building

Teams build prototypes, proof-of-concepts, simulations, CAD designs, schematics, products, agents, automations, or robotic systems.

JUL 03, 2026 · 00:00 IST

Submissions Lock

All projects must be submitted before the deadline. Each participant may submit only one project and belong to only one team.

AFTER SUBMISSIONS

Evaluation

Projects are scored on innovation, technical execution, creativity and presentation, plus feasibility and impact.

FINAL RESULTS

Winners & Features

Agentic AI and Embedded AI category winners receive cash prizes, and the Top 10 projects across both categories are featured by Phaser.

04 — Prizes

Two Categories. Two Winners.

Agentic AI Winner
₹10k
Software Systems Champion
₹10,000 cash prize
Winning Agentic AI project recognition
Eligible for Top 10 Phaser feature
Embedded AI Winner
₹10k
Physical Intelligence Champion
₹10,000 cash prize
Winning Embedded AI project recognition
Eligible for Top 10 Phaser feature
Additional Recognition
TOTAL CASH PRIZE POOL₹20,000
TOP 10 PROJECTSFEATURED BY PHASER
05 — Rules & Evaluation

Build AI That Acts.

NexusHacks: AI × Robotics is a global online hackathon by Phaser. Build intelligence that moves. Problem statements unlock at the official start.

Hack WindowJuly 1, 2026 12:00 AM ISTto July 3, 2026 12:00 AM IST
Protocol 01

Team Rules

  • Anyone can participate globally in the 48-hour online hackathon.
  • Build solo or form a team of up to 3 participants.
  • Each participant may join one team and submit one project.
  • No team switching after submissions open.
  • All projects must be submitted before the deadline.
Protocol 02

Submission Requirements

Agentic AI

  • GitHub repository
  • Project description
  • Optional demo video

Embedded AI

  • GitHub repository
  • CAD design, schematic diagram, simulation link, or proof of concept
  • Optional demo video
  • Physical prototypes welcome, not required
Protocol 03

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation25%
  • Technical Execution25%
  • Creativity & Presentation25%
  • Feasibility & Impact25%
Protocol 04

IP + Conduct

  • IP stays with participants.
  • Phaser may showcase submissions.
  • Build respectfully, collaboratively, and ethically.
  • Plagiarism, fraud, harassment, or disruptive behavior may disqualify a submission.
06 — FAQ

Frequently Asked.

19 answers covering format, categories, teams, submissions, judging, prizes, IP, and conduct.
NexusHacks: AI × Robotics is a 48-hour global online hackathon organized by Phaser. The tagline is: Build AI that acts. Build intelligence that moves.
NexusHacks runs from July 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM IST to July 3, 2026 at 12:00 AM IST.
The hackathon is fully online and open globally, so participants can build and submit from anywhere.
Anyone can participate globally. Students, professionals, independent builders, AI developers, robotics builders, and first-time hackers are all welcome.
There are two categories: Agentic AI and Embedded AI. Each category includes an Open Innovation option.
Agentic AI projects can include AI agents, multi-agent systems, LLM applications, AI automation, AI infrastructure, or open innovation work.
Embedded AI projects can include robotics, Edge AI, IoT + AI, autonomous systems, hardware automation, or open innovation work.
Problem statements are revealed at the official start of the hackathon.

SEE YOU AT THE STARTING LINE.

// Global online. 48 hours. Problems revealed when the clock starts.

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