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GirlCode is the Biggest Women AI Hackathon by ADA, created to inspire and spotlight the next generation of women innovators in data, AI, and technology. This year, it brings together brilliant female university students from India to compete, create, and reimagine what is possible in the digital world. Held entirely online, GirlCode challenges participants to transform bold ideas into AI-powered solutions that address real-world problems. It is fast-paced, high-impact, and designed for those ready to make their mark.
More than a competition, GirlCode is a celebration of innovation, creativity, and the limitless potential of women in technology. For many, it could be the launchpad to a future career in AI and data, and the beginning of something extraordinary.
Meet other women in tech, collaborate, and grow your network.
Build and showcase your AI ideas in a real-world challenge.
Get visibility and recognition for your skills and innovation.
USD 2,000
Grand Prize
Take home the top spot and a cash prize of USD 2,000 for your winning innovation.
USD 800
1st Runner-Up
The next best team walks away with USD 800 and major recognition.
Top 5 Finalists
Each finalist team will also have the opportunity to kickstart their career with an internship at ADA.
Submit your entry and get ready to show your ideas.
Selected participants will be contacted via WhatsApp.
Join ADA and our expert judges to learn all about the challenge.
Develop and refine your AI-powered solution.
Submit your presentation deck (PPT) and short video (MP4).
Judges review all submissions to shortlist the top 5 finalists.
Top 5 teams revealed.
Finalists pitch live at ADA India office — travel and accommodation covered by ADA.
GirlCode is open exclusively to female university students in India from selected partner universities who are passionate about data, AI, and technology.
All interested participants must register through our official form. ADA will review applications based on the answers provided, and only shortlisted participants will be contacted via WhatsApp with further details.
No, GirlCode is completely free to join.
You must register through our official registration form [here]. Every participant, whether in a team or solo, must complete the form individually.
You can form a team of 2 to 5 people. If you prefer, you can also register and participate as a solo participant (team of 1).
Yes. Every single member of your team must complete the registration form themselves.
Absolutely! You can register as a solo participant.
If you’re shortlisted, you’ll receive a WhatsApp message from the GirlCode team with the official information deck, submission details, and briefing call invite.
Shortlisted participants will receive a calendar invite for a briefing call, where they’ll learn everything about the hackathon and can ask questions directly to our expert judges.
Don’t worry! You’ll receive the contact number of our person-in-charge (PIC) so you can ask questions anytime throughout the 5-day hackathon.
Submissions must include:
Submission links will only be shared with shortlisted participants.
Solutions will be evaluated based on creativity, impact, technical execution, and how effectively they address the chosen problem statement.
There will be one Grand Prize winner and one Runner-Up. The top 5 teams will be invited to the ADA India office for a face-to-face pitch session with our judges — ADA will cover travel and accommodation costs.
Yes! All 5 finalist teams will have the chance to kickstart their career at ADA through an internship opportunity.
You can find the full hackathon timeline on our website under the “Hackathon Timeline” section.
Problem statements will focus on real-world AI and data challenges, and will be shared with shortlisted participants in the official hackathon deck via WhatsApp.
