Around 65,000 students from 100 countries had entered the competition, the theme of which was "Imagine a world where technology enables us to live heathier lives," Joe Wilson, director, academic initiatives, Microsoft, said.
The skills of participants will be put to test under the categories - software design algorithm, IT programming battle, short film and interface design, he said.
The winners in various categories will be honoured at a function in Delhi after the competition ends on August 9. Last year, the competition was held in Yokohama, Japan.