Look over these rules for Pearl Hacks 2026!
In order to attend Pearl Hacks, you must have a valid university ID, or have graduated within the last 12 months.
If you missed the normal registration deadline, you may still sign up for Pearl Hacks at the event itself. Please note that we cannot guarantee food or swag for late registrants.
All code presented for judging must be written during the event. Contestants who violate this rule will be disqualified. The easiest way to avoid doing this is by trying something you've never done before.
While Pearl Hacks allows usage of AI and LLM, it is essential that teams be honest and transparent about the AI tools they utilized.
Learn more about our policy here:
Hackers must have their own computers/laptops and peripherals (mice, keyboards, USB drives, etc). Mac and Windows OS are both suited for hacking; Android and iOS apps will be judged equally.