Escape Da Vinci
Hosted on UnstopFetched about 1 month ago
Tuesday, September 30, 2025
to Saturday, February 28, 2026
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5 months long
HackathonCoding ChallengeTreasure HuntStrategyInnovation
Student only
This hackathons is only open to students. Double check the event page for more information as this may mean only those from a particular university/country are eligible.
Event Type
in person
3,211
Participants
₹145,000
Prize Pool
288
Est. Projects
Organizers
EDV26 – ESCAPE DA-VINCI is a one-of-a-kind gamified vibe coding hackathon combining coding, puzzles, and creativity. Participants step into an escape room–style adventure, where they must unlock codes, debug problems, and build prototypes to progress through each stage.The journey culminates in the Final Trophy Unlock, where only the sharpest minds triumph.
Event Overview
Beginner-friendly yet challenging for experienced participants
Fusion of coding, design, puzzles, and prototyping
Escape Room Format: Teams will be locked inside themed rooms; each round begins with a coded lock/problem. Solving it unlocks the challenge and grants access to the next stage
Online eliminations + 36-hour Offline Finale
Event Flow:
Online Rounds (5th November 2025 - 5th January 2026)
Round 1 – PPT / Video Submission
Submission: 8-slide PPT or 3–5 min video (template provided)
Tracks: AI/ML, Web/App, Robotics, Art/Design, Cryptography
Platform: Unstop
Outcome: Shortlisted teams qualify for Online Round 2
Round 2 – Website / Model Deployment
Task: Deploy a working project/model online
Platform: Unstop
Outcome: Top teams qualify for the Offline Hackathon
Offline Hackathon (21st –22nd January 2026 | 36 Hours)
The offline adventure follows a Da Vinci escape-room inspired format. Teams will be locked in rooms and must unlock challenges stage by stage:
Round 1 (3 hrs): Debug spectogram/code → unlock problem
Round 2 (3 hrs): Rapid prototype (AI/Tech-based)
Round 3 (2 hrs): Fun + Brainy Challenges (Puzzle / AR / Meme-based)
Round 4 (4 hrs): Final Spectogram & Trophy Unlock
Prize Pool
1st Place: ₹75,000
2nd Place: ₹35,000
3rd Place: ₹20,000
Special Awards:
Best UI/UX – ₹5,000
Most Fun Project – ₹5,000
Top Newcomer/First-Year Team – ₹5,000
Grand Prize: 2-ft Trophy + Prize Money
Guidelines
Eligibility
Open to all students across disciplines and years.
Teams of 3–5 members only.
Participation Rules
Teams must participate in both online rounds to qualify for the offline finale.
A minimal confirmation fee will be charged after round 1 to confirm your availability.
The offline hackathon will be conducted in escape-room style, where participants will be locked inside themed rooms and must solve challenges to progress.
Submission Guidelines
Online Round 1: Submit PPT (8 slides) or video (3–5 minutes) in the provided template.
Online Round 2: Working website/model deployment with accessible link.
Hackathon Conduct
You are free to use any AI tool or platform!
Respectful conduct with peers, mentors, and organizers is mandatory.
Resources
Participants must bring their own laptops, chargers, and essential gear.
Internet access will be provided during the offline rounds.
Additional hardware/tools (if required for prototypes) should be managed by the teams themselves.
Finale Guidelines
Once locked inside the escape-room challenge, teams must rely on teamwork, skill, and creativity to progress.
The Final Round has no shortcuts – only problem-solving and collaboration will lead to the Trophy Unlock.
Why Participate?
Experience a real escape-room–themed hackathon
Blend of tech, puzzles, and adventure
Beginner-friendly yet competitive for pros
Build, innovate, and test your problem-solving skills under pressure
Win recognition, cash prizes worth ₹1.45 Lakh, and the Da Vinci Trophy
Registration Details
Platform: Unstop
Team Size: 3–5 members
Eligibility: Open to all students
Whatsapp group Link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dc4EPMI70gUJwgQxrIa3aE