The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has officially launched the third edition of the Bharatiya Antariksh Hackathon, a national-level innovation competition designed for students with a keen interest in space technology and research.
Opportunities for Participants
This hackathon invites students from across India to tackle real-world challenges that align with the country's expanding space ambitions. Participants will gain direct mentorship from ISRO scientists, researchers, and domain experts during the competition. Additionally, ISRO has indicated that top performers may be considered for internship opportunities within the space agency.
Challenge Statements
The hackathon features 15 challenge statements covering diverse fields such as artificial intelligence, climate modelling, satellite imagery, air quality monitoring, agriculture, exoplanet detection, lunar exploration, solar flare forecasting, and satellite operations.
Specific challenges include:
- Using AI and machine learning to address urban heat islands
- Detecting subsurface ice near the Moon's south pole using Chandrayaan-2 data
- Forecasting solar flares with data from Aditya-L1
- Developing an AI-powered digital twin of India's climate
Eligibility Criteria
The competition is open to undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate students, as well as PhD candidates and research scholars. Teams must consist of three to four members and may include students from different colleges or universities. Participation is completely free, with no registration or submission charges.
Important Dates
Registrations and idea submissions opened on June 10 and will remain open until July 1. ISRO will conduct problem statement explainer sessions on June 15 and June 16. The final shortlist of teams will be announced on July 20, followed by an induction session on July 21. The grand finale is scheduled for August 6 and 7.
Interested students can apply via the direct link provided on the ISRO website.
