What is hackX Jr?
hackX Jr. 9.0 is Sri Lanka's premier inter-school innovation competition, organized by the Industrial Management Science Students' Association (IMSSA) at the Department of Industrial Management, University of Kelaniya.
hackX Jr. provides a platform for school students to work in teams and transform real-world problems into innovative solutions. Whether it is a prototype, product, service, or technology-driven concept, participants receive guidance, mentorship, and hands-on learning opportunities throughout the competition to develop their creativity, strengthen their problem-solving skills, and bring their ideas to life while fostering an entrepreneurial mindset from an early stage.
Editions
Growing Legacy of Innovation
Schools
Represented Nationwide
Teams Participating
Registered in 2025
Recap of hackX National Hackathon Series 2025
Who Can Compete
Go Solo or Build a Team
You can participate as a solo innovator or form a team of up to 5 members. All team members must be currently enrolled students from the same school, encouraging collaboration within your own learning environment.
Your Idea
We welcome ideas that solve real-world problems through innovative, technology-driven solutions. From smart environments and green tech to digital education, healthcare, community well-being, or everyday life hacks—if it uses technology to make an impact, it belongs here.
Start Your Journey
Participation is completely free, with no registration fee or complex prerequisites. All you need is your idea, your creativity, and your drive. Simply sign up and submit your initial innovation proposal, and let your creativity take center stage.
Your Journey
Every great venture starts somewhere.
Yours starts here.
hackX Jr.9.0 Awards
The summit of your innovation journey. Hard work, late-night brainstorming, and endless creativity culminate right here on the national stage.
Champions
First Runners-Up
Second Runners-Up
Expert mentorship · Industry networking opportunities · National recognition · Investor exposure · Startup development support
Moments of Innovation
Experience the highlights, energy, and unforgettable moments that have defined hackX over the years.
Opening Ceremony
Kicking off a day of innovation
Celebrating Excellence
Honouring dedication and excellence
Focused Audience
Engaged minds absorbing every presentation
Team Showcase
Confident innovators ready to make an impact
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Opening Ceremony
Kicking off a day of innovation
Celebrating Excellence
Honouring dedication and excellence
Focused Audience
Engaged minds absorbing every presentation
Team Showcase
Confident innovators ready to make an impact
Expert Deliberation
Judges evaluating ideas with insight
Prize Presentation
Celebrating innovation and outstanding achievement
Team Presentations
Innovators pitching their solutions with confidence
The Team
The team behind hackX National Hackathon Series 2025
Every name on that list started with one idea. What is yours?
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Have questions about hackX Jr. 9.0? Our organizing committee is ready to assist students, teachers, and schools with registrations, event details, and participation. Reach out to us—we're here to support your innovation journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can register for hackX Jr. 9.0?
How many students can be in a team?
Is there a registration fee?
Do we need a finished product to register?
What type of ideas can be submitted?
Can students without coding experience participate?
Will participants receive mentorship?
Who can register for hackX Jr. 9.0?
hackX Jr. 9.0 is open to school students across Sri Lanka who are passionate about innovation, creativity, and solving real-world challenges.
How many students can be in a team?
Is there a registration fee?
Do we need a finished product to register?
What type of ideas can be submitted?
Can students without coding experience participate?
Will participants receive mentorship?
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