OpenAI Academy x NxtWave Buildathon
The Ultimate Nationwide GenAI Challenge
Description
Join thousands of students across India in this nationwide GenAI challenge powered by OpenAI Academy and NxtWave. This is where the country’s most promising young minds come together to shape the future.
Spread across 7 regional hubs and three rounds, you’ll go from idea to working prototype, solving real-world challenges using OpenAI’s cutting-edge APIs.
Learn from top mentors. Push your limits. And if you make it to the finale, pitch your solution to the OpenAI India team.
Chase the possibility. Build with purpose. Leave your mark on India’s GenAI movement.
What You’ll Get
- A hands-on 6-hour online workshop on OpenAI APIs and building GenAI apps
- Mentorship from top developers and AI experts across the country
- Certificates and National-level recognition
- GPT+ credits for project prototyping
- Visibility to hiring partners and startup mentors
- Post-event showcase across media and OpenAI Academy platforms
Challenge Themes
Tackle challenges that can shape the future of India. Choose from:
- AI for Everyday India
- Healthcare Innovation
- Smarter Education
- Retail & Commerce
- Financial Inclusion
- Sustainability & Social Impact
- Open Innovation (Wildcard)
How And When The Events Unfold
The Buildathon will run across multiple states between July and November 2025, with city-wise dates to be announced.
Each edition includes:
- ✅ Pre-event Workshop (Online)
- ✅ Online Idea Submission
- ✅ Regional 48-Hour Buildathon (In-Person)
- ✅ National Grand Finale (Live Pitching)
Who Can Apply
Open to all STEM students. No prior experience with OpenAI APIs required—just curiosity and commitment.
What You’ll Get
- A hands-on 6-hour online workshop on OpenAI APIs and building GenAI apps
- Mentorship from top developers and AI experts across the country
- Certificates and National-level recognition
- GPT+ credits for project prototyping
- Visibility to hiring partners and startup mentors
- Post-event showcase across media and OpenAI Academy platforms
Organized by
NxtWave, in collaboration with OpenAI Academy and NSDC.