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Event Type
in person
451
Participants
₹30,000
Prize Pool
40
Est. Projects
Organizers
Alex Johnson
alex@example.org
Jamie Rivera
jamie@example.org
Overview:
A multi-domain innovation hackathon inviting the brightest student minds to solve real-world challenges in FinTech, MedTech, and Environmental (SDG, Space Tech). Participants will ideate, prototype, and present cutting-edge solutions to problem statements inspired by global innovation leaders.
Guidelines:
Team Composition:
Team Size: 5 members
Inter-college teams: Allowed
Inter-specialization teams: Allowed
Teams must appoint one member as the Team Leader for all communications.
Eligibility Criteria:
Open to all students from recognized colleges/universities.
Participants must carry a valid institutional ID card.
No prior hackathon experience required – beginner to expert friendly!
Hackathon Format:
Round 1: Idea Submission (Online)
Participants must submit a brief idea proposal for any 1 of the tracks from the domains listed (Open Innovation).
FinTech, MedTech, and Environmental (SDG, Space Tech).
Format: PDF/PPT
Evaluation based on novelty, relevance, and technical feasibility.
Top 75 teams will be shortlisted on the basis of PPT submission. (Payment link will sent via email/whatsapp to shortlisted teams)
Shotlisted teams will have to pay Rs.600 per team.
All the members of the shortlisted teams will have to pay Rs.200 per member for food and accomodation mandatorily.
Round 2: Final Development Round (On-site)
Selected top 75 teams will compete in the offline Final Development Round of the hackathon, scheduled to be held offline from 9:00 AM on 26th February 2026 to 9:00 AM on 27th February 2026.
The focus will be on delivering a functional prototype that addresses the core problem statement. Mentors and evaluators will be present throughout the event to guide, review, and assess progress.
Judges will evaluate the project based on technical depth, creativity, impact, and presentation.
Final pitches and demos will take place in the closing hours of the round.
Location: YCCE, Nagpur
Please note, this is a non-eliminator round, and all participants will move forward automatically after this round.
Round 3: Live Pitch + Demo
Teams from Round 3 will present their solution to a jury of experts.
Duration: 10 minutes pitch + 5 minutes Q&A
Evaluation based on implementation, innovation, impact, and presentation.
Round 4: (Final) Live Pitch
Top 15 teams from Round 4 will present their solution to a jury of experts and the crowd.
Evaluation based on implementation, innovation, impact, and presentation.
Prizes and momentos will be distributed after this round.
Problem Statements:
Total number of domains: 3 (FinTech, MedTech, SDG)
Teams must select and work on only one problem statement of their choice.
Rules
Originality First – All solutions must be original and developed during the event. Pre-existing projects are not allowed.
Single Submission per Team – Each team can submit only one entry.
Allowed Tech Stack – Any programming language, framework, or tool is allowed. However, open-source and verifiable tools are preferred.
No Late Submissions – Submissions must be made within the deadline; no grace time will be allowed.
Respectful Conduct – Participants must maintain decorum and show respect to fellow participants, mentors, and judges.
Team Integrity – No changing or merging of teams after Round 1 submission.
NOTE:
The actual problem statements of the hackathon will be declared on the day of hackathon itself.
Accomodation and Meals will be provided to the shortlisted teams with Rs.200 per person.
All teams must submit their pitch decks strictly using the provided sample PPT format. Submissions not adhering to this format will be disqualified or marked incomplete. Ensure your presentation is clear, concise, and aligned with the judging criteria.
Sample PPT Link : LINK