about this event
One Day. Real-Time AI. Real Builders. Bengaluru, it's time to build what's next! AI is moving beyond text boxes. Applications can now listen, speak, understand, and take action in real time. But what happens when we bring together Bengaluru's most curious builders and give them a day to experiment? Let's find out.
Join us for Build with Agora - Bengaluru 2026, an in-person hackathon bringing together 250+ developers, AI engineers, startup founders, and creative minds for a day of building, experimenting, and turning ideas into working products. No endless presentations. No theoretical projects. Just code, creativity, collaboration, and real-time AI.
What to Expect Build Something Real: Go from idea to working prototype in a single day. Surprise Challenges: Exciting hackathon challenges will be revealed closer to the event. Expert Mentorship: Learn from experienced engineers and developer advocates. Meet Fellow Builders: Connect with developers, founders, and AI enthusiasts from across Bengaluru. Explore Real-Time AI: Get hands-on with Agora's Conversational AI and real-time communication technologies. Demo Your Creation: Showcase your project and compete for exciting prizes.
$3,000 in Prizes: Yes, you read that right! $3,000 USD in cash prizes and gadgets are up for grabs. Build something innovative, solve an interesting problem, and show us what you've got. Detailed prize categories and judging criteria will be announced.
Who Should Join? Whether you're a: AI / ML Engineer Android, iOS, Web, or Full-Stack Developer Indie Hacker Startup Founder or Product Builder Developer exploring Voice AI and AI Agents If you love building things, this hackathon is for you. You don't need to be an Agora expert to participate.
Event Details Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026 Time: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM IST Venue: Register to See Address - Bengaluru, India Format: In-person hackathon Participation: Registration required; limited capacity
What to Bring: Your laptop, charger, favorite development tools, and a willingness to experiment. Come with a team or meet fellow builders at the event.
Ready to Build? Some of the best ideas begin with a simple question: What if? This November, we're bringing Bengaluru's builders together to turn those questions into working experiences. One day. One room. Endless possibilities. Register now and get ready to Build with Agora! Hackathon challenges, participation guidelines, judging criteria, and partner announcements will be shared as they're finalized. Join Discord - https://discord.gg/9Vg3Qafc7
Organized by Agora (NASDAQ: API) — Powering real-time engagement and conversational AI experiences.
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Build with Agora - Bengaluru 2026 | Voice AI Hackathon
One-day in-person AI hackathon: building, mentorship, and project demos. Challenges, guidelines, judging criteria and partner announcements to be shared as finalized.
◍ Register to See Address, Bengaluru, Indiatickets
| tickets | price | Fee | Status | description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Registration | Free | None | Available | Free registration required to attend; capacity is limited. |
prizes
| # | PRIZE | price |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | $3,000 USD in cash prizes and gadgets; detailed prize categories and judging criteria to be announced | $3,000 |