Pinaka CTF 2026

PINAKA CTF 2026 is a national-level cybersecurity Capture The Flag competition organized by the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Chennai Campus. Inspired by the Pinaka, it challenges participants across offensive security, digital forensics, intelligence, and advanced cybersecurity.

The competition consists of two stages: an online qualification round with cybersecurity challenges, followed by an offline Grand Finale at the NFSU Chennai Campus. The Grand Finale may feature Jeopardy-style challenges, King of the Hill, and case study-based scenarios. It is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, cybersecurity enthusiasts, researchers, and professionals from across India.