IIT Madras Student AI Hackathon success has put BS learner Shreyansh Gupta among the top 0.6% of participants in the PromptWars 2026 competition. He ranked 278th among 46,719 participants and recorded an AI Evaluation Score of 88.81 out of 100. His project addressed practical challenges linked to large sporting venues, including crowd movement, waiting times and real-time coordination. The solution received high scores for efficiency, problem-statement alignment, accessibility and security. Beyond the competition, Gupta’s profile reflects a broader approach to technology learning, combining AI, web development, augmented reality and hands-on project work. His achievement offers a useful lesson for students interested in technology careers: academic knowledge becomes more valuable when it is applied to real problems. Hackathons, internships and student technology communities can help learners build portfolios, teamwork skills and practical experience alongside formal education.
IIT Madras Student Ranks 278th Among 46,719 in AI Hackathon
