Pixel Craft Global UI/UX Design Challenge
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Tuesday, March 10, 2026
to Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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1 week long
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Student only
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Event Type
online
281
Participants
₹32,000
Prize Pool
25
Est. Projects
Organizers
Event Overview:
Pixel Craft – Global UI/UX Product Design Challenge is an international design hackathon organized by the MakerSpace Cluster at Presidency University, Bengaluru under INNOVATEX 4.0. The event challenges participants to design innovative digital product experiences by applying UI/UX principles, user-centered design, and product thinking. Participants will work under time constraints to create wireframes, user flows, and high-fidelity interface designs that solve real-world problems.
Event Details:
Event Name: Pixel Craft – Global UI/UX Product Design Challenge
Organized By: MakerSpace Cluster, Presidency University
Event Type: International Design Hackathon
Mode: Hybrid (Offline + Online International Participation)
Team Size: 1–4 Members
Duration: 6 Hours + Final Presentation
Event Objective:
Participants will analyze user needs and design digital interfaces that demonstrate:
Human-centered design
Accessibility and usability
Visual design consistency
Product thinking and innovation
The challenge simulates real-world product design workflows, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and strategic thinking.
Technical Specifications:
Platform and Tools
All designs must be created using:
Figma (mandatory design platform)
Participants may use:
Figma design tools
Vector graphics tools within Figma
Self-created UI components
Restricted Components
The following are strictly prohibited:
Pre-built UI kits
Pre-designed templates
AI-generated UI designs
Copying existing product interfaces
Importing external assets created before the event
All design work must be created from scratch during the event duration.
International Participation Rules:
To support global participants:
Teams from any country or university may participate.
Online participants must submit designs through a Figma link before the deadline.
Presentations may be conducted virtually via video conference.
All schedules follow IST (Indian Standard Time).
Teams must ensure stable internet connectivity during final presentations.
General Guidelines:
Participants must:
Bring their own laptops or devices
Follow the official event schedule
Work only during the official competition window
Maintain professional and ethical conduct
Teams must document:
Problem statement
Design approach
UI/UX process followed
Key design decisions
Safety And Professional Conduct:
Participants must maintain a safe and respectful environment.
Strictly prohibited activities include:
Harassment or discrimination
Academic misconduct or plagiarism
Use of unauthorized software
Disrupting other teams
Violations will result in immediate disqualification.
Event Structure:
Design Sprint Phase 1
Activities: Problem analysis, user research, wireframing
Duration: 3 Hours
Design Sprint Phase 2
Activities: High-fidelity UI design and user flows
Duration: 3 Hours
Final Jury Presentation
Design explanation and Q&A
Duration: 10 Minutes per team
Submission Guidelines:
Each team must submit:
Figma Design Link:
The design must include:
Wireframes
UI screens
User flow navigation
Presentation Deck (PDF or PPT):
The presentation should include:
Problem statement
Design approach
Key UI/UX decisions
Final product concept
Optional Design Documentation:
A short report describing:
Challenges faced
Design iterations
Implementation feasibility
All submissions must be uploaded before the announced deadline.
Judging Criteria:
Innovation & Creativity: 25%
Technical Implementation: 25%
Feasibility & Accuracy: 20%
Presentation & Communication: 15%
Impact / Relevance: 15%
Scoring Overview:
User Experience & Usability: 50 Points
UI / Visual Design Quality: 25 Points
Design Feasibility: 15 Points
Innovation & Aesthetics: 10 Points
Total Score: 100 Points
Penalties And Disqualification:
Late Submission: –10 Points
Use of Templates or UI Kits: –20 Points or Disqualification
Incomplete Submission: –20 Points
Rule Violations: –10 to –20 Points
Misconduct or Plagiarism: Immediate Disqualification
Awards And Recognition:
1st Prize: ₹20,000
2nd Prize: ₹15,000
3rd Prize: ₹10,000
All participants will receive International Participation Certificates.
Official Notice:
This rule book serves as the official international guideline for the Pixel Craft UI/UX Design Challenge under INNOVATEX 4.0 at Presidency University, Bengaluru. All decisions made by the jury and organizing committee are final and binding.