IntrusionX: Second Edition is a 36-hour offline cybersecurity hackathon being organized at GLA University, Mathura on 10th–11th April 2026. The event aims to bring together students, developers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts from across disciplines to solve real-world security challenges and build industry-relevant solutions.

The hackathon focuses on practical innovation across multiple domains including Cybersecurity, AI/ML Security, Web & Application Security, Blockchain Security, Cloud Security, and IoT Security. Participants will work in teams of 3–4 members and will be encouraged to design, build, and demonstrate functional security solutions under expert mentorship.

Event Highlights:
• 36-hour non-stop offline hackathon experience
• Real-world industry problem statements and in-house curated challenges
• Expert mentoring sessions throughout the event
• Technical evaluation rounds and live product demonstrations
• Participation from undergraduate and postgraduate students across multiple disciplines
• Cash prizes worth ₹30,000 along with certificates and recognition

Tracks & Domains Covered:
• Cybersecurity (network defense, threat detection, vulnerability analysis)
• AI/ML Security (fraud detection, anomaly detection, adversarial ML)
• Web & Application Security (OWASP vulnerabilities, secure coding, API security)
• Blockchain Security (smart contract auditing, wallet and transaction security)
• Cloud Security & DevSecOps (IAM, container security, infrastructure security)
• IoT Security (device monitoring, firmware vulnerabilities, embedded system protection)

Competition Structure:

Round 1 – Pre-Screening
• Release of in-house problem statements
• Teams submit idea proposal / PPT
• Evaluation based on creativity, feasibility, and innovation

Round 2 – Industry Problem Statement Release
• Shortlisted teams receive real-world partner-driven challenges
• Teams prepare solution architecture and development approach

Knowledge & Mentoring Sessions:
• Cybersecurity trends and emerging threats
• AI in security applications
• Blockchain and Web3 security practices
• Cloud security and DevSecOps pipelines
• Expert mentoring and guidance throughout the hackathon

Main Hackathon (36 Hours):
• Continuous development sprint
• Regular mentoring checkpoints
• Mid-evaluation rounds
• Final PPT and live demo presentation
• Jury evaluation by industry experts

Prizes & Recognition:
• First Prize – ₹15,000 + Certificate
• Second Prize – ₹10,000 + Certificate
• Third Prize – ₹5,000 + Certificate
• Participation certificates for all finalists

Eligibility & Participation:
• Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from all disciplines
• Inter-college and inter-specialization teams allowed
• Team size: 3–4 members
• Registration deadline: 20 March 2026

Mode:
• Offline event hosted at GLA University, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh

Objective & Vision:
IntrusionX aims to promote hands-on cybersecurity innovation, encourage ethical hacking practices, and bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry challenges. The event is designed to help students gain practical exposure, collaborate with peers, and build deployable security solutions.

Venue: GLA University , Mathura
Date: April 10-11, 2026