Welcome to the Flying Wings: National Level Hackathon 2026
The Manekshaw Centre of Excellence for National Security, Studies and Research (MCOENSSR) at IIT Jodhpur stands as a pivotal hub driving India's technological self-reliance in the defence sector. By fostering a dynamic collaborative ecosystem, MCOENSSR unites the Indian Defence forces, academia, and industry to tackle pressing security challenges. Through cutting-edge research and innovation in domains like autonomous systems and electronic warfare, it paves the way for transformative solutions that bolster national sovereignty.
This flagship National-Level Hackathon serves as the ultimate bridge from groundbreaking concepts to battlefield-ready deployments. Aspiring innovators, engineers, and strategists are invited to form multidisciplinary teams and dive into real-world defence dilemmas. In a high-stakes, mission-driven arena, participants will ideate, prototype, and refine practical solutions—turning raw ideas into strategic assets that enhance India's security apparatus.
Expect an intense sprint of collaboration, mentorship from defence experts, and access to state-of-the-art facilities at IIT Jodhpur. Challenges will span AI-powered drones, resilient electronic warfare systems, cybersecurity for autonomous platforms, and beyond. Winning teams gain not just recognition, but pathways to pilot projects, funding, and integration with defence corridors.
Whether you're a student, researcher, startup founder, or industry professional, this hackathon is your chance to contribute to Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence. Register now to shape the future of national security—where innovation meets impact.
Message from the Director
Director, IIT Jodhpur
Professor Avinash Kumar Agarwal
The Manekshaw Center (MCOENSSR) in association with the Konark Corps, Indian Army, is helming the first-of-its-kind national-level drone hackathon – Flying Wings 2026. As the Director, IIT-Jodhpur, I am proud and honoured to announce the first edition and invite all the bold engineers of Bharat to participate.
This is an opportunity for all the students, startups, and industries to take on real-life defence problems. You’d be forging cost-effective drone designs, overcoming communication barriers, and designing solutions to resist challenging electronic warfare (EW) environments. Come forward to not only outwit these challenges but also accelerate our undaunted march towards an Atmanirbhar Bharat. The ones with nerves of steel will find this enthralling opportunity a ground to also offer their devoted service to our great nation, Bharat.
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The Manekshaw Centre of Excellence for National Security and Strategic Research (MCOENSSR) at IIT Jodhpur is a dedicated hub for advancing technological self-reliance in India’s defence sector. It builds a collaborative ecosystem that connects the Indian Army, academia, and industry to address critical security challenges through research and innovation in areas such as autonomous systems and electronic warfare.
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Become a Sponsor
Join us as a sponsor or exhibitor to gain visibility and connect with top-tier technical talent.
Sponsorship Tiers
| # | Tier | Investment | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Title Sponsor | ₹2,00,000 | Maximum Brand Visibility & Premium Stall | |
| Platinum | ₹1,50,000 | Dedicated Stall Space (Size TBD) | |
| Gold | ₹1,00,000 | Standard Exhibition Presence | |
| Silver | ₹50,000 | Branding & Acknowledgement |
Note: Startups and Industries have dedicated facilitation to demonstrate products and pilots alongside student teams. Exhibition stalls are allocated on a case-by-case basis.
