The Grand Finale
48 hours. Friday evening to Sunday evening. Bengaluru. October 9-11, 2026.
Top 6 teams from every city battle (3 student, 3 professional per city) = 24 qualified teams. Plus direct online registrations. All competing for the national title and the remaining prize pool from the Rs 40L series.
How to Get Here
- Path 1: Win your city battle – Top 6 teams per city (3 student + 3 professional) auto-qualify
- Path 2: Standout builds – exceptional builds from any city can earn Finale slots
- Path 3: Direct registration – online registrations also open for the Grand Finale directly
Finale vs City Battle
| Aspect | City Battle | Grand Finale |
|---|---|---|
| Duration | 30 hours | 48 hours (Fri evening to Sun evening) |
| Competition | Local teams | Best from all 4 cities + direct entries |
| Stakes | Rs 6L + advancement | National title + series prize pool |
| Format | Same Red/Green | Extended Red/Green over 48 hours |
What’s at Stake
The series total is Rs 40,00,000. Each city distributes Rs 6L (x4 = Rs 24L). The remaining Rs 16L+ sits with the Grand Finale and special awards. The national champion team takes the biggest cheque of the entire series.
City Battle Dates (Your Path to the Finale)
- Bengaluru: Aug 29-30
- Pune: Sept 5-6
- Chennai: Sept 12-13
- Hyderabad: Sept 26-27