Gemini 3 Hackathon 2026 – Build What’s Next with Google DeepMind

About the Hackathon

The Gemini 3 Hackathon is organized by Google DeepMind and managed by Devpost. It is completely online and open to participants from most countries.

This hackathon focuses on creating new and innovative applications using the Gemini 3 model family, which offers advanced reasoning, multimodal capabilities, and faster response times.

Important Details

• Hackathon Name: Gemini 3 Hackathon – Build What’s Next

• Mode: Online

• Deadline: February 10, 2026 – 6:30 AM (IST)

• Prize Pool: $100,000 USD

• Organizer: Google DeepMind

• Platform: Devpost

Who Can Participate?

• Anyone who is above the legal age in their country

• Open to students, freshers, professionals, and developers

• Some countries or territories are excluded (check full rules on Devpost)

Both beginners and experienced AI engineers are welcome to join.

What Should You Build?

The challenge is simple:
Build a NEW application using the Gemini 3 API.

There are no category restrictions. You can build:

• AI productivity tools

• Games

• Educational applications

• Scientific analyzers

• Social good platforms

• Robotics controllers

If your app uses Gemini 3 in a creative way, it qualifies.

What to Submit

Participants must submit:

1. Project Description (about 200 words) explaining how Gemini 3 is used

2. Public Project Link (demo or working product)

3. Public Code Repository URL (if not using AI Studio)

4. 3-minute Demo Video

Your project must be publicly accessible and should not require login or payment.

Prizes & Rewards

🥇 Grand Prize

• $50,000 USD

• Social media promotion

• 30-minute interview with AI Futures Fund team

🥈 Second Place

• $20,000 USD

• Promotion + interview

🥉 Third Place

• $10,000 USD

• Promotion + interview

⭐ Honorable Mentions

• $2,000 USD each

• 10 winners

Judging Criteria

Projects will be evaluated based on:

• Technical Execution (40%) – Code quality and Gemini 3 usage

• Potential Impact (20%) – Real-world usefulness

• Innovation / Wow Factor (30%) – Creativity and originality

• Presentation (10%) – Clear demo and explanation

Why Should You Participate?

• Early access to Gemini 3 API

• Opportunity to build a real AI product

• Chance to win huge cash prizes

• Get noticed by Google AI experts

• Improve your AI portfolio and resume

Final Words

The Gemini 3 Hackathon 2026 is a perfect opportunity for students, freshers, and developers who want to enter the world of advanced AI development. If you have innovative ideas and passion for technology, this hackathon can be your gateway to a bright AI future.

Start building today and be part of the next AI revolution.