09/04/2026
DNA Health Communication proudly presents DNA Hack For Health 2026 – Chittagong, in association with DGME and DGMIS.
We are also delighted to share that Chittagong Student Forum,CUET is joining this exciting initiative as a Lucky Club Partner.
Following the success of the Sylhet divisional round, this healthcare innovation movement now arrives in the port city. DNA Hack For Health 2026 – Chittagong will officially kick off on 17 April 2026 at 8:00 AM at Chittagong Medical College. Teams from across the Chittagong Division will come together to address pressing healthcare challenges and design sustainable health-tech solutions that can create real impact across the coastal communities, the hilly terrains of the Chittagong Hill Tracts, and the busy urban corridors of Bangladesh’s commercial capital.
Event Structure
Divisional Round – Chittagong
Teams will compete under 10 healthcare innovation themes, presenting their solutions and MVPs before a panel of expert judges. Each theme will be hosted in a dedicated room to ensure focused evaluation, mentorship, and peer exchange.
National Finals – Dhaka
The Champion and Runner-up teams from Chittagong will go on to represent the division at the National Grand Finale in Dhaka, competing alongside the best teams from across Bangladesh for prizes, national recognition, and incubation opportunities.
Audience Choice Award
In addition to the jury-selected winners, one exceptional team will receive the Audience Choice Award, selected through live audience voting on the event day.
Innovation Themes (10)
• Health FinTech & Wallets
• Smart Pharmacy & E-Meds
• Next-Gen Telehealth & AI
• Mental Health & Wellness
• FemTech & Women’s Health
• Aging & Elder Care Tech
• Fitness & Food as Medicine
• Medical EdTech & Tools
• The Smart ICU
• Healthcare OS & Infrastructure
Teams will present under their chosen theme in dedicated rooms during the divisional round, ensuring targeted evaluation and expert feedback.
Registration & Participation
Team Size: 4 members (minimum one MBBS student per team)
Reporting Time: 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM, 17 April 2026
Venue: Chittagong Medical College, Chittagong
Registration Link:
https://dnahealth.co/hackathon/Chattogram/registration/
Pitch Format
• Up to 12 slides
• 3-minute pitch + 5–8 minutes Q&A with judges
Prototype / MVP Requirement
Teams must bring a ready MVP or prototype for live demonstration aligned with their proposed idea.
Be part of Chittagong’s healthcare innovation movement. DNA Hack For Health 2026 – Chittagong is your opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in Bangladesh. Connect with mentors, clinicians, and industry leaders, and take your idea from concept to real-world impact.
📞 For inquiries, contact:
Nasif: +880 1532 522 893
E-mail: [email protected]