MBMC IdeaX 2026 is a national technology hackathon organized by Madan Bhandari Memorial College in Kathmandu, Nepal. Registration opened on 28th Shrawan 2083 (13th Aug) and closes on 16th Bhadra (1st Sept). The Online Round runs from 21st–28th Bhadra (6th–13th Sept), followed by the Final On-Site Hackathon Event from 16th–18th Ashoj (2nd–4th Oct).
Participants will develop innovative technology solutions across five problem tracks: Climate Change, Resilience & Sustainability; Tourism; E-Governance & Smart Public Services; Smart Urban Transport & Road Safety; and FinTech & Digital Financial Innovation. Whether you’re a developer, designer, entrepreneur, or simply someone with a great idea, this is your opportunity to build, innovate, and make an impact.
📅 Final On-Site Event: 16th–18th Ashoj (2nd–4th Oct 2026)
💻 Online Round: 21st–28th Bhadra (6th–13th Sept 2026
📍 Venue: Madan Bhandari Memorial College, Kathmandu, Nepal
⏱️ Duration: 48 hours
📅 Registration Ends: 16th Bhadra (1st September 2026)
💰 Cost: Completely Free (registration, accommodation, and food, all covered)
👥 Team Size: 2-4 members
🔗 Registration Link: forms.gle
🌐 Website: ideax.mbmc.edu.np
• Climate Change, Resilience & Sustainability: Strengthen disaster preparedness and early warning systems, and build tools for sustainable resource management.
• Tourism: Build tech solutions promoting sustainable travel, local culture preservation, and smart tourism experiences.
• E-Governance & Smart Public Services: Make public services faster and more transparent through technology-driven government solutions.
• Smart Urban Transport & Road Safety: Design solutions that make urban mobility safer, smarter, and easier to manage at scale.
• FinTech & Digital Financial Innovation: Build the next generation of digital financial tools for a wider, more inclusive market.
💰 Total Prize Pool: Rs. 111,111 across all tracks and awards
🥇 Grand Prize: Rs. 50,000 for the overall grand winner
🏆 Track Winner: Rs. 10,000 per track across 5 tracks
🚀 Beyond Cash: Mentorship, national recognition, and potential incubation opportunities for standout projects
• Solve real-world challenges aligned with national priorities.
• Work with experienced mentors, judges, and industry leaders.
• Build innovative AI-powered and technology-driven solutions.
• Compete on a nationally recognized innovation platform.
• Expand professional networks with startups, academia, government, and industry.
• Receive mentorship, recognition, prizes, and potential incubation opportunities.
• Showcase technical excellence and entrepreneurial thinking.
MBMC IdeaX
Discord: discord.com
Website: ideax.mbmc.edu.np
LinkedIn: mbm-ideax
Instagram: @mbmc_ideax
Facebook: mbmcideax
TikTok: @mbmcideax
