Quant-A-Maze 3.0: 36-Hour National-Level Hackathon Quant-A-Maze 3.0 is a 36-hour national-level hackathon organized by Q-Bits, the Quantum Technology Club of Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Nitte (deemed to be university), Bangalore , bringing together student innovators, developers, and technology enthusiasts to build solutions using emerging technologies. The hackathon challenges participants to Code, Create, Collaborate, and Compete by solving real-world problems through innovative, technically grounded solutions. Quant-A-Maze 3.0 provides participants with an opportunity to explore the intersection of quantum technologies, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, blockchain, and emerging computing paradigms through hands-on problem-solving.
Registration Fee Details: Round 1 (Online
PPT Submission): Free registration.
Round 2 (36-Hour On-Campus): Shortlisted candidates will need to pay ₹800 per team . The above fee will be used for hospitality and accommodation, including meals from Day 1 evening to Day 3 breakfast, accommodation, goodies, T-shirts, and infrastructure.
Registration: 7th September to 28th September 2026
Phase 1 Online Round: 7th September to 28th September 2026
Phase 1 Results: 3rd October 2026
Phase 2 Offline Round: 28th to 30th October 2026
Final Results: 30th October 2026
Rules: Teams must participate in only one track . All development must happen during the hackathon duration . Pre-built or previously developed projects are not allowed. Plagiarism or copying will lead to disqualification. Judges’ decision will be final and binding .
Participants must bring: Laptops (mandatory) Extension boxes
Solutions must demonstrate: Working prototype Clear real-world application SDGs and societal impact
Eligibility: Open to all undergraduate students . Students from all branches and disciplines are eligible to participate. Inter-college teams are allowed . Inter-disciplinary teams are encouraged.
Team size: 3–4 members per team.
Tracks: Quantum Machine Learning (QML) Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) Web3 & Blockchain Generative AI & Machine Learning
Competition Format: The hackathon will be conducted through multiple phases:
Phase 1: Registration & Initial Submission of Proposal in PPT Format Participants register for the hackathon during the registration window. Teams will work on their proposed problem statement/solution based on the four tracks. Submissions will be evaluated for progression to the next phase, with high weightage on societal and sustainable impact .
Venue
Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Nitte (deemed to be university)
Bangalore Urban, India
Phase 1 Results: Shortlisted teams will be announced on 3rd October 2026 .
Phase 2: 36-Hour Offline Hackathon Shortlisted teams will participate in the 36-hour hackathon from 28th to 30th October 2026 at Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Nitte (deemed to be university) . Participants will be encouraged to demonstrate technical implementation, innovation, and real-world applicability.
Final Results: The final results will be announced on 30th October 2026 .
Evaluation: Projects will be evaluated based on factors such as: Sustainable Development (SDG) Societal Welfare Innovation and originality Problem relevance Technical implementation Effective use of the selected technology track Real-world applicability Overall quality of the solution and presentation The final evaluation criteria and weightage will be communicated by the organizing team.
Total Cash Prize Pool: ₹1,00,000 1st
Place: ₹50,000 cash prize + a 2-year CodeCrafters VIP membership for each winning team member. 2nd
Place: ₹30,000 cash prize + a 1-year CodeCrafters VIP membership for each winning team member. 3rd
Place: ₹20,000 cash prize + a 6-month CodeCrafters VIP membership for each winning team member. CodeCrafters’ VIP tier includes unrestricted access to its learning content, instant-feedback “Turbo tests,” code examples, priority support, and member perks.
About Q-Bits: Q-Bits is the official Quantum Technology Club of Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Bangalore, anchored within the Department of Electrical & Electronics Engineering. The club conducts technical, academic, and industry-driven initiatives including hackathons, workshops, expert sessions, faculty development programs, value-added courses, student projects, internships, and research opportunities in quantum and emerging technologies. Quant-A-Maze 3.0 is more than a hackathon; it is a platform to explore the technologies shaping the future. With 36 hours, one challenge, and infinite possibilities , participants are invited to push the boundaries of what can be built by combining creativity, technology, and collaboration. Code. Create. Collaborate. Compete.