About the Opportunity: This document outlines the guidelines for a 24-hour hackathon designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and creativity among student participants. The event encourages teams to build functional prototypes or solutions addressing specific themes or challenges. Event Details: Duration: 24 hours. Date & Time: September 18, 2026 (Friday) – September 19, 2026 (Saturday). Location: Ramco Institute of Technology. Team Size: 3–4 members per team. Eligibility: Open to students from the same college only. Dress Code: Formals. Prize Pool: ₹30,000. Objectives: Encourage creative problem-solving and innovation. Build functional prototypes or solutions within the given timeframe. Promote teamwork, collaboration, and networking among students. Provide opportunities to learn new skills and technologies. Rules and Guidelines: Team Formation: Teams must consist of 3–4 members. All team members must be students from the same college; cross-college teams are not allowed. Solo participants are not permitted. Teams must be formed during registration; changes to team members are not allowed afterward. Project Requirements: Projects must be developed from scratch during the hackathon and will be verified during the first judging round. Pre-existing code or projects are not allowed. Open-source libraries, frameworks, and APIs are permitted, provided they are properly credited. Projects must align with the hackathon's problem statements announced during registration. All submissions must include a working prototype, source code, and a short presentation. Competition Rounds: Round 1: Idea Submission & Prototype Development (Online) Teams submit a brief proposal using a PPT with the details given below. Shortlisted teams then proceed to develop a working prototype based on their approved idea. Slide Title 1 Cover Page 2 Problem Statement 3 Proposed Solution 4 Technical Approach 5 Feasibility & Implementation Plan 6 Impact & Benefits 7 Business Model & Market Opportunity 8 Prototype, Future Roadmap & References Submission Window: July 27, 2026 – August 30, 2026. Screening: Online. Results Announcement: September 5, 2026. Final Round: Finalist Presentations (Offline) The top 25 teams (finalists) will present their projects to the judges. Each team gets 5 minutes for a demo and Q&A. Finalist Requirements: The top 25 finalist teams must pay a participation fee of ₹200 per head (covers food, snacks, ID, and network access). Finalists must submit their presentation materials (slides and demo) before the event. Code of Conduct: Treat all participants, organizers, and mentors with respect. No plagiarism, cheating, or unethical behavior. Ensure all content (code, designs, and presentations) is appropriate and non-offensive. Follow strict discipline rules. Violations (e.g., disruptive behavior or unauthorized system access) will lead to immediate disqualification. Adhere to the formal dress code throughout the event. Resources and Tools: Participants must bring their own equipment (laptops, chargers, hardware, and other tools). Open-source libraries, frameworks, and APIs are allowed, provided they are properly credited. Internet access and power supply will be provided. Students must carry their college ID and an official On-Duty (OD) permission letter on college letterhead. Submission: Deadline: August 30, 2026. Format: PPT file upload (maximum 8 slides). Platform: All submissions must be uploaded to Unstop. Judging Criteria: Innovation (30%): Originality and creativity of the idea. Functionality (30%): How well the prototype works and addresses the problem. Technical Complexity (30%): Depth and sophistication of the solution. Presentation (10%): Clarity and effectiveness of the demo or pitch. Prizes: First Prize: ₹15,000. Second Prize: ₹10,000. Third Prize: ₹5,000. Special Awards: Remaining prizes for categories such as Best Design, Most Impactful Solution, and others as applicable. Winners Announcement: During the awards ceremony at Ramco Institute of Technology. Schedule (September 18–19, 2026 Only for Round 2): 10:00 AM: Opening ceremony. 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Sep 18): First screening (Round 1). 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM: Lunch. 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM: Prototype development. 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM: Prototype development (Round 1 continued). 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM: Finalist submissions and preparations. 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM (Sep 19): Finalist presentations (Round 2). 11:00 AM: Awards ceremony. Support and Amenities (Only for Top 25 Selected Teams): Food: Meals and refreshments will be provided. Registration: ₹200 per head Accommodation: Available at ₹400 per head; contact organizers in advance to reserve. Mentorship: Mentors will be available for technical guidance. Resources: GPU systems will be provided for training purposes. Proper requirement details must be submitted in advance. Additional Notes: Participants are responsible for their personal belongings. Organizers are not liable for the loss or damage of participants' equipment.