Open Innovation Hackathon

About the Competition: The Open Innovation Hackathon is a 24-hour offline innovation challenge organized as part of HakITxMRDU'26 , the Annual Inter-College Technical Festival of Malla Reddy (MR) Deemed to be University. Participants are invited to identify real-world problems and develop innovative software, hardware, or hybrid solutions. There are no predefined problem statements or themes , giving teams complete freedom to build impactful projects in any domain. Eligibility : Open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any recognized college or university. Students from all branches and disciplines are eligible to participate. Participants must carry a valid college ID during the event. Team Size: Minimum: 2 members Maximum: 4 members Team Formation: Inter-college teams: Allowed Inter-specialization/Inter-department teams: Allowed Hackathon: Dates: 22–23 August 2026 Duration: 24 Hours (Offline) Teams will ideate, design, develop, and present a working prototype or proof of concept within the given time. Rules : Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members . Each participant can register in only one team . Team composition cannot be changed after the registration deadline unless approved by the organizers. Participants must develop their project during the hackathon duration. Pre-existing ideas are allowed, but the implementation and development should primarily take place during the event. Teams are expected to bring their own laptops and necessary development equipment. Hardware components required for hardware-based projects should also be arranged by the participants unless specified otherwise. Internet access will be provided for research and development purposes. Any form of plagiarism, cheating, or copying another team's work will result in immediate disqualification. Teams must maintain professional and ethical conduct throughout the event. The judges' decision will be final and binding. Organizers reserve the right to modify the schedule or rules if required due to unforeseen circumstances. What Participants Should Bring: College ID Card Laptop and charger Extension board (recommended) Required hardware components (if applicable) Personal essentials for a 24-hour hackathon Certificates & Awards: Participation Certificates for all eligible participants. Winner and Runner-up Certificates. Exciting prizes for top-performing teams. Special recognition may be awarded for outstanding innovation, technical excellence, or social impact.