What is Halyk OIY?
Hackathon for students, where mixed teams create a working solution for a real bank in 24 hours.
Selection at the university
Each partner university conducts its own internal selection process and sends up to 2 of the best teams to the final.
Apply now on the website
Teams that have passed the selection process complete the official application form. The application confirms participation in the final.
Final in Halyk
May 30-31. 24 hours. Halyk office. The best teams from each university compete for victory.
6 universities
Only students from partner universities who have passed the internal selection process can participate.
KazNU
Kazakh National University named after Al-Farabi
IITU
International Information Technologies University
KazNRTU
Kazakh National Research Technical University named after K.I. Satbayev
SDU
Suleyman Demirel University
KBTU
Kazakh-British Technical University
AlmatU
Almaty Management University
Team composition: 4–5 people
A mandatory requirement is a mixed team composition. At least 3 out of 5 roles shall be represented. One participant may combine roles, but the team shall cover product, technical, and presentation areas.
Developer
Implements a technical prototype – writes code, creates a Telegram bot, or a clickable mockup. Responsible for the technical feasibility of the solution.
Product Manager
Formulates the problem, manages priorities and logic. Ensures the product meets a real user need.
Designer / UX
Responsible for the user experience and visual aspects of the prototype. Makes the solution clear, user-friendly, and enjoyable.
Analyst
Researches data, substantiates decisions with numbers and facts. Helps the team make decisions based on metrics.
Marketer / Presenter
Prepares the pitch and presentation of the solution to the jury. Explains the value of the product and maintains the audience's attention.
KZT 2,200,000
prize fund
Winners will have the opportunity to present their solution to Halyk Bank’s top management.
KZT 1,000,000
1st place
KZT 700,000
2nd place
KZT 500,000
3rd place
Key dates
By 25 May 2026
Registration of teams selected by the partner university via the application form on the website.
1
May 2026
Selection stage at partner universities
2
May 30–31, 2026
The main hackathon – 24 hours at the Halyk office.
3
Evaluation criteria / 30 points
The jury evaluates the solution based on six equally weighted criteria. The maximum score for each is 5 points.
5
Understanding the problem
The accuracy of pain point formulation, knowledge of the real user and their context.
5
Solution quality
Logic, originality, and practical feasibility of the approach.
5
Prototype
Functionality of the artifact, consistency with the stated idea and scenarios.
5
Pitch
Structure of presentation, clarity of delivery, adherence to timing.
5
Teamwork
Participation of all team members, coordinated responses to the jury’s questions.
5
Honesty and self-reflection
Acknowledging the limitations of the solution, adequately assessing risks, and what was not completed.