ORBIX : 18 Hour Hackathon

Orbix 2026 18-Hour Multi-Track Hackathon Organized by BYLD and Electroholics at Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi About Orbix Orbix is an 18-hour innovation-driven multi-track hackathon designed to bring together developers, innovators, hardware enthusiasts, and Web3 builders to solve real-world challenges through impactful technology solutions. The hackathon provides a high-energy collaborative environment where participants ideate, build, test, and present functional solutions within a limited timeframe. Teams will compete across multiple domains, enabling both software and hardware innovation while encouraging emerging technologies. Participants will work continuously through the night, receive mentoring support, and present their projects before judges from academia and industry. Event Highlights 18 hours of continuous hacking 3 independent innovation tracks Multi-stage judging process Overnight hacking experience Accommodation support inside campus for shortlisted/final participants Prize pool of ₹19,500 Mentorship and networking opportunities Tracks 1. Open Innovation – Hardware Build hardware-based solutions using: Electronics Embedded Systems IoT Robotics Sensors Automation systems Examples include smart devices, sustainability solutions, assistive hardware, automation tools, etc. 2. Open Innovation – Software Develop software products across any domain such as: AI / ML Productivity tools Healthcare Education Sustainability Social impact Smart digital systems 3. Web3 Build decentralized solutions involving: Blockchain applications Smart contracts Decentralized apps (dApps) Crypto-enabled utilities Tokenized systems Team Size Each team must consist of 3 to 4 members Lone participation is not allowed Cross-college teams are permitted Eligibility Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students Participants must carry a valid college ID/government ID during reporting Participants from all colleges are eligible Event Schedule Round 1 online shortlisting round 17 March 12:15 AM -- March 26, 08:00 PM (No extensions will be given)Teams are requested to submit a ppt for initial shortlisting roundPlease check round 1 for more details Reporting and Setup 25 March | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Participants must complete check-in, verification, and system setup during this window. Hackathon Begins 25 March | 6:00 PM Problem solving officially starts. Submission Deadline 26 March | 11:00 AM All code, documentation, PPT, and demo links must be submitted before deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted. Pre-Judging Round 29 March | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Separate evaluation for each track Judges evaluate all submissions track-wise Top 3 teams selected from each track Total finalists: 9 teams Final Presentation Round 29 March | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM Final shortlisted teams present: Product demo Technical explanation Innovation impact Feasibility One winner selected per track. Prize Pool Total Prize Pool: ₹19,500 Winners Per Track Hardware Track Winner – ₹6,500 Software Track Winner – ₹6,500 Web3 Track Winner – ₹6,500 What Participants Need to Bring Participants must carry: Laptop Chargers Extension board (recommended) Valid ID proof Any required hardware components (for hardware teams) : Nothin will be provided by the organising team Facilities Provided ️️ Food Provided Participants will receive: Dinner Midnight snack Breakfast Accommodation Accommodation will be provided inside campus for final selected participants during the hackathon night. This includes: Mattress support for resting Common resting area Basic overnight arrangements Important Guidelines ️ General Rules All work must begin only after hackathon start time Teams must submit original work only Plagiarism leads to immediate disqualification Use of public APIs/libraries is allowed with proper attribution Code Rules Teams must maintain a public/private GitHub repository Judges may inspect commit history Major pre-built projects are not allowed Existing boilerplate/framework setup is allowed Hardware Rules Teams must bring specialized hardware if needed Limited electrical support will be available Dangerous/high-voltage systems are prohibited Submission Requirements Each team must submit: GitHub repository PPT/PDF presentation Problem statement Solution summary Judging Criteria Projects will be judged on: Innovation Technical implementation Feasibility Impact Presentation quality Travel Policy No travel expenses will be reimbursed Participants must arrange travel independently Conduct Policy Strict disciplinary action (including disqualification) for: Misconduct Harassment Damage to campus property Misuse of electrical/internet resources Campus Rules Participants must remain within permitted event zones Restricted academic areas are not allowed ID cards must be worn at all times Food Delivery Policy External food delivery may be restricted after late-night hours Organizers are not responsible for delivery access issues Internet & Power Wi-Fi access will be provided Teams are advised to carry backup hotspot/data Limited charging points available Overnight Rules Participants must maintain decorum during night hours Quiet zones must be respected Mattress allocation is first-come basis where applicable