The Netcompany Hackathon – Thessaloniki Edition 2026 is an intensive innovation sprint where undergraduate students come together to collaborate, experiment, and build real-world technology solutions from scratch.
Designed to challenge the way you think, design, and code, the hackathon combines teamwork, creativity, and hands-on problem-solving in a fast-paced and inspiring environment.
The hackathon runs over one week, guiding participants through the full journey from ideas to working solutions.
Detailed timeline
01 March 2026: Registration deadline
06 March 2026: Kick-off ceremony (Introduction to the hackathon, challenges, rules, and judging criteria)
07-15 March 2026: Hackathon week (Teams collaborate, code, test, and iterate on their solutions)
15 March 2026: Submission deadline (Final projects must be submitted for evaluation)
19 March 2026: Pitching (Teams present their solutions to the judging commitee)
20 March 2026: Awards ceremony deadline (Winning teams are announced and prizes awarded)
*Exact dates and timings will be confirmed closer to the event.
Who can apply
Are you an undergraduate student at:
University of Macedonia
- Department of Applied Informatics
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
- School of Electrical and Computer Engineering
- School of Informatics
- School of Mathematics
- School of Physics
International Hellenic University
- Department of Information and Electronic Engineering – Thessaloniki
- Department of Computer, Informatics and Telecommunications Engineering – Serres
If yes – this is your moment.
How it works
- Register individually or as a team (up to five students)
- Choose one of three challenges
- Build your solution during the hackathon week
- Submit your project by the official deadline
- Pitch your idea to the committee
- Celebrate at the awards ceremony
Team size
- Teams can include up to five students
- You may register individually and form a team later
Mentoring & support
Throughout the hackathon, teams will have access to guidance and support, including:
- Mentors from Netcompany
- Technical and organisational assistance
- Checkpoints to help teams stay on track
The goal is to support learning and experimentation – not just competition.
Ready to take part?
Register now, explore the challenges, and get ready to build something remarkable.