Cyber Security Hackathon

Where Lucknow's brightest minds collide — 24 hours of hacking, learning, and building a safer tomorrow.

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📍 Lucknow, India | 15-16 March 2025

More than just a hackathon

Besides Lucknow is a community-driven cybersecurity hackathon — a place for builders, breakers, and defenders to collaborate.

20+

Mentors

4

Challenges

10+

200+

Hackers

Hackathon Schedule

Two days of intense problem solving, workshops, and fun.

09:00 AM

Opening Ceremony & Keynote

Hear from industry leaders

10:30 AM

Hacking Begins + Workshop: Web3 Security

Hands-on with smart contract auditing

01:00 PM

Lunch & Networking

Fuel up and connect

04:00 PM

CTF Warm-up / Mini-challenge

Prizes for early birds

Day 2 10:00 AM

Final Submissions & Demos

Present your projects to judges

Full schedule →

Choose your track

Participate in the track that fits your interest.

Student Hacker

₹299

Full hackathon access
Workshop entry
Meal & swag
Certificate

Most flexible

Open Innovation

₹799

All tracks + prize eligibility
Mentor access
Exclusive workshop
Premium swag kit

Corporate / Pro

₹1499

All access + afterparty
Recruiter connect
Speaker dinner invite
Sponsor goodies

Our sponsors & partners

Supported by leading names in cybersecurity.

null Lucknow OWASP Lucknow Hackerspace

What the community says

Ananya Mishra

Security Researcher

"The energy at Besides Lucknow is unmatched. Real collaboration, real problems."

Rohan Verma

CTF Player

"Top-notch infrastructure and mentorship. Can't wait for the next edition."

Dr. Shahid Rizvi

Advisor, Cyber Cell

"A brilliant platform bridging academia and industry."

Frequently asked

❓ Who can participate? Anyone with a passion for cybersecurity — students, pros, beginners.

❓ Do I need a team? You can register solo or with a team (max 4). We’ll help you find teammates.

❓ What should I bring? Laptop, charger, creativity, and a government ID.