UiPath Future Forward Hackathon 2026 - what's it about? Step into a challenge where curiosity, creativity, and technical skills come together. Designed for university students ready to put their technical skills into practice, this hackathon is your chance to turn an idea into a working solution and see how far you can take it.

You’ll have 24 hours to explore, experiment, build, and put your technical knowledge to the test, with guidance and insights from experienced UiPath mentors along the way.

As for the theme? We’re keeping that a surprise. You’ll discover your challenge when the hackathon begins.

📅 Date: November 13-14

⏰ Duration: The event will take place over two full days, November 13-14. It will start with a briefing on the rules and way of working, followed by meal breaks provided throughout the event. Teams will then have 24 hours dedicated to working together on the challenges. The event will conclude with pitching sessions, jury deliberation, and the awards ceremony.

👥 Who can join: Teams of minimum 3, up to 5 university students, currently enrolled in technical degrees or with a strong interest in software engineering and development.

🏆 Prizes:

1st place: Scholarship of 1,000 RON/month for each winning team member (during December 2026 – July 2027)

2nd place: A one-time prize of 1,000 RON for each member of the winning team

3rd place: A one-time prize of 750 RON for each member of the winning team

Why should you join?

🌟 Learning opportunities – Gain hands-on experience using skills that are highly relevant in today’s tech landscape.

🤝 Networking with mentors and peers – Work side by side with UiPath mentors and other talented students who share your passion for technology. This is a chance to get guidance from professionals, exchange ideas with peers, and build connections that can last beyond the hackathon.

💡 Innovation in action – Explore how agents can make life easier, better, or more productive. You’ll have the chance to innovate, experiment, and demonstrate how agents can solve real problems.

🏆 The chance to win big – Compete for exciting prizes that reward both learning and fun: the 1st place team will receive a UiPath scholarship of 1,000 RON/month for each member from December 2026 to July 2027, the 2nd place team will receive a one-time prize of 1,000 RON for each member, and the 3rd place team will receive 750 RON for each member as well.

⚠️ Important notes:

Attendance is subject to confirmation due to limited event spots. You will receive an email notification or a phone call if your participation is confirmed.

All participants must bring their own laptops for the event.