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Nepal to Host First National Hackathon for BCA Students
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Nepal to Host First National Hackathon for BCA Students

From OnlineKhabar English · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kathmandu Model College will host Nepal's first national hackathon for BCA students from June 19-21.
  • The event, organized by the KMC TechVerse Club, aims to foster innovation and collaboration among over 50 participating teams.
  • With a prize pool exceeding Rs 100,000 and support from various organizations, the hackathon seeks to enhance students' technical skills and provide a national platform for showcasing talent.

Kathmandu Model College is organizing Nepal's inaugural national hackathon specifically for Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) students. The event, titled “HONOR Presents KMC HackVerse 2026,” will run for 48 hours from June 19 to 21.

more than 10 expert mentors will guide participants throughout the hackathon.

— Prince KarnaHead of EMIS and IT at KMC, describing the mentorship available at the event.

The hackathon, hosted by the KMC TechVerse Club, aims to create a national stage for innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement among BCA students across Nepal. Organizers selected 15 teams from over 50 applicants based on their project proposals.

the competition features a prize pool of more than Rs 100,000, along with vouchers worth over Rs 80,000 provided by partner organizations.

— Bidhan ThapaOrganizing committee member, detailing the incentives for participants.

Prince Karna, Head of EMIS and IT at KMC, stated that more than 10 expert mentors will guide the students. Bidhan Thapa, an organizing committee member, noted the competition includes a prize pool of over Rs 100,000, supplemented by vouchers worth more than Rs 80,000 from partners. HONOR is the title sponsor, with LeadX Nepal powering the event in collaboration with Idea Studio Nepal.

the hackathon would encourage innovation, strengthen technical skills and foster a culture of collaboration among students.

— Dhurba Prasad TimalsinaHead of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at KMC, on the expected outcomes of the event.

Dhurba Prasad Timalsina, Head of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) at KMC, expressed optimism that the hackathon will spur innovation, improve technical skills, and cultivate a collaborative spirit. KMC Chief Surendra Subedi highlighted the event's role in enabling students to network with industry experts, demonstrate creativity, and showcase their abilities nationally. Samira Shrestha, President of the KMC TechVerse Club, added that selected teams will develop and present their technology-based solutions to judges and mentors over the 48-hour period.

the event would provide participants with an opportunity to network with industry experts, demonstrate their creativity and problem-solving abilities, and showcase their talents on a national stage.

— Surendra SubediKMC Chief, explaining the benefits for student participants.
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