Visey as an Ecosystem Partner with North India’s Largest Student-Run Hackathon
Welcome to Vihaan 9, North India’s largest hackathon, organized by IEEE DTU. Over the past nine years, this dynamic 24-hour event has evolved into a hub of innovation, bringing together cutting-edge technology, boundless creativity, and collaborative teamwork.
Teams of up to four participants will compete to develop groundbreaking solutions tackling real-world challenges across diverse and impactful tracks. Through mentorship from industry experts and hands-on experience, participants will refine their technical skills, gain crucial insights, and contribute to India’s technological growth.
Tracks at Vihaan 9
Participants can build solutions across a wide range of domains, including:
E-Mobility – Sustainable and smart transportation solutionsHealthTech – Technology for healthcare innovation and accessibilityFinTech – Digital finance, payments, and financial inclusionSustainability – Climate-conscious and eco-friendly innovationsSecurity – Cybersecurity and data protection solutionsE-Sports – Gaming technologies and competitive platformsWomen Safety – Tech-driven safety and empowerment solutionsEducation – EdTech platforms and learning innovationsSmart City & Civic Tech – Urban infrastructure and governance solutionsWeb3 & Blockchain – Decentralized applications and systemsAgriTech – Technology for modern agriculture and farmingIoT – Connected devices and intelligent systemsOpen Innovation – Build anything innovative beyond defined tracks and bring your unique ideas to life
Hackathon Rounds & Flow
Round 1: Online Shortlisting
The journey begins with an initial quiz/contest round, designed to evaluate participants’ problem-solving abilities, hardware or software knowledge, and overall technical aptitude. Based on their performance, selected teams will advance to the final stage of Vihaan 9.0.
Day 1: Building & Mentorship
The hackathon kicks off with teams starting development on their ideas.Mentor sessions will be conducted throughout the day, where industry experts will:Review project progressProvide feedback and improvementsGuide teams toward stronger, more impactful solutions
Day 2: Judging & Final Presentations
Around 11:00 AM, the first round of judging will take place.Teams will be evaluated on innovation, feasibility, and execution.Top-performing teams will be shortlisted for the final round.
Final Round
Shortlisted teams will present their projects in front of industry experts and judges.Final evaluation will determine the winners.Winners will be announced shortly after the presentations.
Venue: BR Auditorium & Academic Block, DTU
Awards & Prizes
Top teams will be recognized across both Hardware and Software categories, rewarding innovation, technical excellence, and real-world impact.
Track-Based Prizes
Hardware Track:
Winner – ₹50,000
Software Track:
Winner – ₹40,000First Runner-Up – ₹20,000Second Runner-Up – ₹10,000
Special Awards
In addition to track-based prizes, Vihaan 9.0 celebrates exceptional teams across the entire hackathon:
Best WIE (Women in Engineering) Team – ₹10,000Best Freshers Team – ₹10,000Best IEEE Team – ₹10,000
These awards are independent of hardware or software tracks and will be given to the most outstanding teams in each category across the entire hackathon.
The adrenaline of non-stop innovation, the synergy among teammates, and the excitement of problem-solving make this hackathon an unforgettable experience. WhatsApp Group of Vihaan 9.0: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GORypnA8nHl6LvOTgMc72gYou can Join the Visey Community for Entrepreneurs too:https://chat.whatsapp.com/BTDQuRYKFGcDJESCGZlf8W