Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Digital Pakistan Cybersecurity Hackathon 2026
Answer: After closing the registration process, Ignite will arrange an online assessment for shortlisting the teams. Successful teams will be invited for on-site competition.
Answer: No, there is no fee for joining the competition. If the team is selected for the final, Ignite will bear the cost of travelling and boarding/lodging.
Answer: Winning team need to be present to receive the Cybersecurity Hackathon award to be held in Islamabad. Round-trip travel with accommodation in Islamabad will be provided by Ignite.
Answer: This time, there will be two separate competitions for red teaming and blue teaming.
Answer: The duration of the physical hackathon would be 10 hours. Final round could be up to 12 hours.
Answer: Each team is formed of at least one junior (age between 10-22 years) and three (maximum) seniors (ages between 23-35). The cut-off date for both categories is the 31st December of the competition year.
Answer: There should be at least 2 members (one must be junior).
Answer: Yes, one team can participate in red teaming, blue teaming or both.
