ACCELERATING WHAT'S NEXT
ACCELERATING WHAT'S NEXT
18.-20. March 2026, St. Gallen
18.-20. March 2026, St. Gallen
Hackers
Hackers
600+
600+
CHF Prize Money
CHF Prize Money
10'000
10'000
36
36
Hours
Hours
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WHAT IS START HACK ?
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START HACK 2026
10'000CHF Prize Money
600+ hackers
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START Hack is one of Europe’s leading student-organized hackathons. It's a unique gathering of ambitious talents in technology, design, and business.
36 hours of coding, during which hackers from all over the world brainstorm, experiment and explore to find the best possible solution to the challenge they have been assigned.
Participants dive in multiple high-level industry cases with 10'000 CHF Prize Money at stake.
Direct access to job opportunities and experts.
Free food and drinks.
START HACK CAMPUS
START Hack Campus is an exclusive innovative sprint, where hackers shape the future.
Participants have 36 hours to tackle a personalised case and to build a sophisticated product.
START Hack Campus is a perfect bridge between Economics and Technology, enabling attendees to develop their skills, knowledge and be in close contacts with experts and fellow hackers.
Free food and drinks.
50 hackers
Purpose-built format
15+ nations
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10'000CHF Prize Money
600+ hackers
Various cases
START Hack is one of Europe’s leading student-organized hackathons. It's a unique gathering of ambitious talents in technology, design, and business.
36 hours of coding, during which hackers from all over the world brainstorm, experiment and explore to find the best possible solution to the challenge they have been assigned.
Going hand in hand with START Summit, to offer wide horizons in many fields to the hackers.
Participants dive in multiple high-level industry cases with 10'000 CHF Prize Money at stake.
Direct access to job opportunities and experts.
START HACK 2026
The START Hack Tour brings the energy and tech-spirit of START Hack to different places and cities throughout the year.
A smaller scale hackathon where companies, hackers and mentors come together to push the limits of inventiveness and to propose real solutions to real problems.
The START Hack Tour is designed to connect communities across Switzerland and beyond.
Unlike traditional hackathons, Hack Tour comes to its participants, making it accessible to all.
Explore
Explore
150 hackers
Swiss Ecosystem
40+ nations
The START Hack Tour brings the energy and tech-spirit of START Hack to different places and cities throughout the year.
A smaller scale hackathon where companies, hackers and mentors come together to push the limits of inventiveness and to propose real solutions to real problems.
Collaboration between students and companies is made easier in order to create the future across different innovation hubs and to connect to the greatest mind of Switzerland.
Free food and drinks.
START HACK TOUR
START HACK TOUR
75 hackers
Purpose-built format
Exclusivity
START Hack Campus is an exclusive innovative sprint, where hackers shape the future.
Participants have 36 hours to tackle a case and to build a sophisticated product in an inspiring surrounding.
START Hack Campus welcomes attendees directly into the START Campus, offering them exclusive access to the venue.
A high-quality service for the greatest performance.
START Hack Campus is an exclusive innovative sprint, where hackers shape the future.
Participants have 36 hours to tackle a case and to build a sophisticated product in an inspiring surrounding.
START Hack Campus welcomes attendees directly into the START Campus, offering them exclusive access to the venue.
A high-quality service for the greatest performance.
START HACK CAMPUS
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WHY START HACK IS RIGHT FOR YOU
WHY START HACK
IS RIGHT FOR YOU
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Hacker
Partner
Mentors
Level up your skills and tackle real-world challenges alongside top talent from around the globe.
Push your coding skills to the limit as you build innovative solutions under real startup pressure.
Skill Development
Grow your network by connecting with inspiring mentors, industry leaders, and innovators.
Forge lasting relationships that go beyond the hackathon whilst enjoying the unique atmosphere.
Network & Experience
Compete for prizes and awards that celebrate creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
Gain visibility and recognition for your outstanding solutions showcasing your talent to top companies and the community.
Rewards
Find out more
Hacker
Partner
Mentors
Level up your skills and tackle real-world challenges alongside top talent from around the globe.
Push your coding skills to the limit as you build innovative solutions under real startup pressure.
Skill Development
Grow your network by connecting with inspiring mentors, industry leaders, and innovators.
Forge lasting relationships that go beyond the hackathon whilst enjoying the unique atmosphere.
Network & Experience
Compete for prizes and awards that celebrate creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
Gain visibility and recognition for your outstanding solutions showcasing your talent to top companies and the community.
Rewards
Find out more
Hacker
Partner
Mentors
Level up your skills and tackle real-world challenges alongside top talent from around the globe.
Push your coding skills to the limit as you build innovative solutions under real startup pressure.
Skill Development
Grow your network by connecting with inspiring mentors, industry leaders, and innovators.
Forge lasting relationships that go beyond the hackathon whilst enjoying the unique atmosphere.
Network & Experience
Compete for prizes and awards that celebrate creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
Gain visibility and recognition for your outstanding solutions showcasing your talent to top companies and the community.
Rewards
Find out more
Hacker
Partner
Mentors
Level up your skills and tackle real-world challenges alongside top talent from around the globe.
Push your coding skills to the limit as you build innovative solutions under real startup pressure.
Skill Development
Grow your network by connecting with inspiring mentors, industry leaders, and innovators.
Forge lasting relationships that go beyond the hackathon whilst enjoying the unique atmosphere.
Network & Experience
Compete for prizes and awards that celebrate creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
Gain visibility and recognition for your outstanding solutions showcasing your talent to top companies and the community.
Rewards
Find out more
Hacker
Partner
Mentors
Level up your skills and tackle real-world challenges alongside top talent from around the globe.
Push your coding skills to the limit as you build innovative solutions under real startup pressure.
Skill Development
Grow your network by connecting with inspiring mentors, industry leaders, and innovators.
Forge lasting relationships that go beyond the hackathon whilst enjoying the unique atmosphere.
Network & Experience
Compete for prizes and awards that celebrate creativity, innovation, and teamwork.
Gain visibility and recognition for your outstanding solutions showcasing your talent to top companies and the community.
Rewards
TIME UNTIL START HACK 2026
Time until START Hack 2026
96 : 04 : 54 : 00
96 : 04 : 54 : 00
96 : 04 : 54 : 00
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