Fight. Adapt. Win. Battlecode is a competitive programming challenge by the IEEE CS Chapter that combines algorithmic problem-solving with strategic gameplay. Designed for students who enjoy coding under pressure, the event tests your DSA, logical reasoning, debugging, problem-solving, strategy and time-management skills through multiple rounds of increasing difficulty.
Event Structure: Round 0 —
The Warm-Up: Get familiar with the competition format and put your problem-solving skills to the test with an introductory coding challenge. Round 1 —
The Challenge: Go head-to-head in 1v1 coding battles. Face another participant, solve algorithmic problems under strict time constraints and race to outscore your opponent. Round 2 —
The Battle: Push your coding and strategic thinking further as the competition intensifies. Adapt to your opponents, make smart decisions and fight your way up the leaderboard. Round 3 — The
Final Showdown: Face the toughest challenges of the competition, followed by a hacking phase where you can test and break other participants' solutions using carefully designed test cases. Outsmart your opponents and fight for the top spot. Whether you are a seasoned competitive programmer or someone looking to challenge your coding abilities, Battlecode is an opportunity to compete, think strategically and solve problems under pressure.
Date: 18
September 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:00
PM Eligibility: Open to all college students Participants must solve all challenges independently. The use of AI tools, internet resources, documentation, external references, additional devices or assistance from other participants is strictly prohibited during the competition. You can complete the payment here after registering on
Unstop: gravitas.vit.ac.in/events/4160a46a-3701-4622-8e7c-66909769704b Are you ready to enter the battle and prove your coding skills?
Venue
Kamaraj Auditorium, TT
Vellore, India