Level 1Foundations
New to AI? Start here.
Six short chapters on AI basics, data, generative AI, responsible AI and shaping your idea.
- 6 chapters
- 15-question quiz
- Beginner friendly
A NeuraViz initiative
NeuraViz AI Challenge 2026-27: an AI challenge for everyone: doctors, engineers, teachers, lawyers, entrepreneurs, researchers, designers, students and every other profession.
NeuraViz AI Challenge 2026–27
Open to every profession, anywhere in the world. No code, no team, no fee: just one idea that solves a real problem.
Register nowNew to AI? Start with AI Learning
- ₹1,50,000Prize pool
- FreeTo enter
- 10 Nov–10 Dec2026 dates
Registration and idea submission close on 10 December 2026.
A global opportunity for curious minds to turn meaningful ideas into responsible AI solutions.
Prizes
₹1,50,000 in prizes. Eight winners.
An initial prize pool of ₹1,50,000 (Rupees One Lakh Fifty Thousand only), awarded to the eight best ideas.
- 1st Prize₹50,000
- 2nd Prize₹30,000
- 3rd Prize₹20,000
- 4th to 8th Prize₹10,000 each
- Initial prize pool
- ₹1,50,000
Prizes recognise the best ideas and are subject to the official challenge rules.
How it works
Four stages. One idea.
From registration to your final demo, one clear step at a time.
- 01
Register Open now
Create your participant profile.
Register - 02
Submit your idea
Describe the problem and your AI solution.
Submit idea Log in required - 03
Detailed proposal
Shortlisted participants submit a detailed proposal of their idea.
Detailed proposal Log in required - 04
Final submission
Finalists submit their final work and demo.
Final submission Log in required
Stages 3 and 4 open only for selected participants. We’ll email you.
Key dates
- Closes 10December 2026Thursday · 11:59 PM ISTStage 2 · Registration & idea submissionThe challenge runs 10 November – 10 December 2026
- Usually a few minutes after you submitStage 2 resultLog in to check.
- Dates to be announced by emailStage 3 · Detailed proposalSelected participants only.
- Dates to be announced by emailStage 4 · Final submissionFinalists only.
- In-person interview and project demonstrationWinners announcedWinners may be invited to an in-person interview and a live demonstration of their project.
Why join
More than a competition.
What you gain by taking part, whatever your background.
Real problems
Work on challenges that matter to people and communities.
Expert mentorship
Guidance from experienced mentors as your idea grows.
AI learning for everyone
Two free tracks: Foundations for beginners, and Advanced for AI systems and governance.
Start learningAwards & opportunities
Recognition and new openings for standout ideas.
Already registered?
Log in and continue where you left off.
- 01
Register once
Create your profile and confirm your email.
- 02
Log in with a code
Enter your email. We send a 6-digit code. No password needed.
- 03
Continue your stage
We take you straight to the stage you’re in.
For your security, you are logged out when you close the page.
Free AI learning
Learn AI free, at your own pace.
Two tracks: start with the basics, or go deeper into AI systems and governance.
Level 2Advanced New
Go deeper: AI systems & governance.
NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, the EU AI Act and India’s AI rules, plus neural networks, LLMs, RAG and agents.
- 8 chapters
- 24-question quiz
- Governance focus
Ready when you are
Imagine a better future.
Then help build it.
Takes less than 2 minutes. Already registered? Log in with the same email to continue.
The challenge runs from 10 November to 10 December 2026. Registration and idea submission close on 10 December.
FAQ
Questions, answered.
- Free to enter
- Online
- 18+
- 10 Nov – 10 Dec 2026
Still have a question? Talk to our team
Who can join?
Anyone aged 18 or over, anywhere in the world, from any profession or discipline: doctors, engineers, teachers, lawyers, entrepreneurs, researchers, designers, students and more. A separate Schools programme for younger innovators will be announced.
Is it free?
Yes. The NeuraViz AI Challenge is free to enter, and it runs online.
How do I log in?
Go to the login page and enter the email you registered with. We send you a 6-digit code, so no password is needed. After you enter it, we take you straight to the stage you’re in (Stage 2, 3 or 4). For your security, you are logged out when you close the page.
Can I edit my idea?
Yes. While your idea has not been selected, you can log in, improve it and submit it again. Each update is evaluated again.
How are ideas evaluated?
Every submitted idea is reviewed by the NeuraViz team. Shortlisted participants are invited to submit a detailed proposal, and finalists then submit their final work and demo.
What are the prizes?
The eight best ideas share ₹1,50,000: ₹50,000 (1st), ₹30,000 (2nd), ₹20,000 (3rd) and ₹10,000 each for 4th to 8th place. These are the initial prizes.
When will I hear back?
Your Stage 2 result is usually ready a few minutes after you submit your idea. Just log in to check. Selected participants are also emailed about Stage 3 and Stage 4, and those dates will be shared by email.
What is AI Learning?
Two free learning tracks. Foundations is beginner friendly: six short chapters on AI basics, data, generative AI, responsible AI and shaping your idea, with a 15-question quiz. Start at neuraviz.com/aichallenge2026/learn. Advanced has eight in-depth chapters and a 24-question quiz, with a deep focus on AI governance (NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, the EU AI Act and India’s AI rules), plus neural networks, LLMs, RAG and agents. Explore it at neuraviz.com/aichallenge2026/learn/advanced.
How is my data used?
We use your details only to run the challenge: managing your registration, reviewing your submissions and contacting you about your entry. Questions? Email aichallenge2026@neuraviz.com.
Support
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Questions about registration or any stage of the challenge? Reach our team by email or WhatsApp.
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