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Bangladesh’s Largest Online UX UI Design hackathon 2026

Date
20 June - 10 July
Entry
Free
Format
Teams of 1-3
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Designathon at a Glance

Designathon 2026 brings together South Asia's most ambitious designers, students, and product thinkers to solve one of the most measurable design problems in the world eCommerce. Over three connected rounds, teams of up to three carry a single project from raw idea to portfolio grade case study. Selected finalists then compete in a live jury session on 10th July 2026.

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Designathon at a Glance

Designathon 2026 brings together South Asia's most ambitious designers, students, and product thinkers to solve one of the most measurable design problems in the world eCommerce. Over three connected rounds, teams of up to three carry a single project from raw idea to portfolio grade case study. Selected finalists then compete in a live jury session on 10th July 2026.

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Register & Submit
13-18 JUNE
Signup, get your brief and design for top spot.
3 Rounds
20 JUNE - 05 July
Shortlisted Designers from each rounds go head-to-head for the title.
Join as Audience
Not ready to compete? Tune in to the live sessions and final presentations for free.
2 PM - 10 PM
10 JULY 2026

Why You Can't Miss This

Designathon 2026 is a structured, three-stage challenge where you take a single project from concept to case study reviewed by feedback from working designers at every step. The top teams earn a spot in the Final Round: a live session where you lock in, pitch to the jury, watch industry talks and walk away with the title. Whether you're a student looking for your breakout project, a freelancer leveling up, or a team sharpening your craft, this is your shot to ship something real and get seen.

Event Details

A structured journey of creativity, collaboration, and innovation.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
Registration opens 13 JUNE and closes 18 JUNE at 11:59 PM Bangladesh Standard Time. Sign up on the official portal, confirm your team (1–3 members) and you're in. A confirmation email with your team ID and the briefing pack lands in your inbox.
Entry Fee
100% free. No Registration fee, no hidden cost. All you need is your device and your ideas.
Teams & Brief
Teams are formed by participants, 1- 3 members per team. Members must be registered before the Stage 1 deadline and cannot be swapped or added between rounds.  Design challenges will be shared to shortlisted participants for every stages.
DATE AND TIME
Stage 1:  JUNE 20-21   Stage 2: JUNE 26-28  Stage 3 : JULY 2-5 Final Jury: JULY 10, 2026. All deadlines close at 11:59 PM BST on the listed day.
Venue
Anywhere with  Wi-Fi.  Designathon is fully online.  Compete from your bedroom,  your campus or your favourite cafe. No travel,  no venue, no expenses.
AWARDS
Awards are announced at the end of the live presentations and Q&A with the jury. Winners take home a cash prize, certificates and a featured spot on the Echologyx blog.
RULES AND REGULATIONS TO GET YOU STARTED
Meet Our Honourable Judges

About the Judges

Our panel of judges for Designathon 2026 includes some of the most creative and influential leaders in the design world. They will bring their expertise to help select the most innovative designs.

Farhan Hussain
Chief Digital Officer - Echologyx
Orpon Chowdhury
Design Manager - Echologyx

About Echologyx

“We build better digital experiences.”

Echologyx began in Camden, London, as a small support hub for A/B test development and web applications. With two front-end developers and a belief in technical excellence, we set out to change how brands approach experimentation and performance. Over the years, our team has scaled tenfold and now spans three continents — delivering full-stack development, QA and testing solutions for global brands.

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When In Doubt, Always Ask

  • Who can join?

    Open to students and fresh graduates to working designers from Bangladesh with up to 3 years of experience.

  • Is it really free?

    Yes — free to register, compete, and watch. No fees at any stage.

  • Is it online or in-person?

    100% online. Compete from anywhere in Bangladesh.

  • Do I need a team, or can I enter solo?

     Your choice. Enter solo or team up with up to 3 members.

  • What tools do I need?

    Any design tool you're comfortable with (Figma, etc.) and a stable internet connection.