Organized By
Our Organizers
The PSU AI Hackathon is made possible by the collaboration of outstanding organizations and departments.
Under the patronage of Dean of CCIS, Dr. Mohammed Ali Alshara. The ACM Student Chapter at Prince Sultan University invites innovators to solve real-world problems with AI — whether you care about healthcare, education, security, or sustainability, this hackathon is for you.
Official Announcement
Under the patronage of Dean of CCIS, Dr. Mohammed Ali Alshara.
The ACM Student Chapter at Prince Sultan University is excited to announce PSU AI Hackathon 2.0: Students & Alumni United — a platform for innovators to unleash creativity and solve real-world problems using Artificial Intelligence.
Building on the success of ACM PSU AI Hackathon 2025, which attracted 19 dynamic teams and produced award-winning work in healthcare, education, assistive technology, and smart cities, this edition opens its doors to Alumni and COOP students to collaborate with current students.
Held under the patronage of the Dean of CCIS, Dr. Mohammed Ali Alshara, with strong support from ACM and the PSU community.
Current students team up with PSU Alumni and COOP students so experience and fresh ideas work together on every project.
Last year’s hackathon brought 19 teams and standout solutions. Edition 2.0 grows that momentum with a wider, united participant base.
From healthcare and education to security and sustainability — build AI that aligns with real needs and lasting impact.
Organized By
The PSU AI Hackathon is made possible by the collaboration of outstanding organizations and departments.
Hackathon Themes
Participants can choose one or more of the listed themes to build innovative solutions that address real-world challenges, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Saudi Vision 2030.
Leverage AI to transform learning experiences, personalize education, enhance accessibility, and empower students and educators with intelligent tools.
EdTech · Learning · AccessibilityUse AI to revolutionize patient care, improve diagnostics, accelerate discovery, and make healthcare more efficient, accurate, and accessible.
MedTech · Diagnostics · WellnessApply AI to strengthen cybersecurity, detect threats in real time, prevent fraud, safeguard critical infrastructure, and protect digital identities.
CyberSec · Fraud Detection · DefenseDeploy AI for environmental stewardship, efficient resources, smarter cities, and long-term resilience — building a better tomorrow.
ESG · Climate · Smart CitiesYou may also submit your working final year project if you wish.
Key Dates
How it works
Four stages from proposal review to the Dean’s award ceremony.
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Initial Screening | Submitted proposals reviewed by ACM Professional Chapter Core Members. |
| 2. Poster Competition | Selected teams present via freestanding posters; committee members visit each poster. |
| 3. Shortlisted Presentations | Top teams pitch to the jury (up to 5 minutes per team). |
| 4. Winners Announcement | Award ceremony with the Dean’s participation. |
Team composition
Teams unite current PSU students, Alumni, and COOP students. Please follow the rules below.
Selection runs across multiple stages: teams will be shortlisted at the end of each phase according to that round’s criteria. Only those who reach the final shortlist will take part in the on-site competition and present to the jury.
| Rule | Details |
|---|---|
| Team size | Maximum 5 members per team. |
| Team leader | Must be a current PSU student. |
| Current students | May participate, but the team must include at least one Alumni or COOP student. |
| Alumni & COOP | Encouraged to join teams led by PSU students. |
Participants must be part of the PSU student, Alumni, or COOP ecosystem as described in the team rules.
Projects should fit one or more hackathon themes and competition requirements.
Your working final year project may be submitted if it aligns with the themes.
Shortlisting at each stage is merit-based; only finalists advance to the live pitch.
How you are scored
Adapted from ACM PSU AI Hackathon 2025. Weights total 100%.
| Criterion | Weight |
|---|---|
| Technical Execution (AI model effectiveness & implementation) | 30% |
| Innovation & Creativity (uniqueness of the solution) | 20% |
| Feasibility & Scalability (real-world applicability) | 15% |
| Business Viability (market potential) | 10% |
| Presentation & Storytelling (clarity and engagement) | 10% |
| Ethical Integrity (adherence to AI ethics) | 10% |
| Interdisciplinary Collaboration (team diversity) | 5% |
Recognition and Rewards
Top presentation teams earn SAR 5,000, SAR 3,000, and SAR 2,000 for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. We also celebrate poster category winners, the Dean’s Choice Award, and Dean’s Special Support Awards for selected innovative projects. Total prizes exceed SAR 9,000. Many more prizes and recognitions may be announced along the way, and we are committed to helping promote your ideas through mentorship, visibility, and follow-on opportunities.
Registration closed
Teams formed around a current PSU student as leader, added Alumni or COOP members as required, and submitted through the official Google Form. The form is kept here as part of the event record.
View the registration formThis edition ran under term 252 and has concluded. A summary of the format, rules, rubric and prizes is kept on the event guide, and current and upcoming ACM PSU events are listed on the chapter projects page.