• Registrations Open: August 5, 2025

• Hackathon Kickoff: August 8, 2025

• Submission Deadline: November 17, 2025 (11:59 PM [Your Timezone])

• Judging Period: November 18 – December 1, 2025

• Winners Announced: December 2, 2025

Mark your calendars and get ready to ignite something amazing!

DevIgnite is open to:

• 🔥 Developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts of all skill levels

• 🌍 Participants from anywhere in the world

• 🧑‍💻 Individuals or teams of up to [insert team size limit]

You must be 13 years or older to participate. Minors should have parental or guardian consent.

To be eligible for judging, your submission must include:

1. Project Title & Description
   A clear summary of your project’s purpose, target users, and impact.

2. Demo Video (2–5 minutes)
   A walkthrough of your working project and its key features.

3. GitHub Repository or Code Files
   Source code with instructions for setup and usage.

4. Deployment Link (if applicable)
   A live version of the app or hosted demo.

5. Team Details
   Names, roles, and contributions of all team members.

Optional:

• Wireframes, mockups, or pitch deck

• Access credentials or sandbox accounts for testing

• Documentation or README file

Top Winners will receive:
🥇 1st Place: 40% of prize pool + Certificate
🥈 2nd Place: 30% of prize pool + Certificate
🥉 3rd Place: 20% of prize pool + Certificate

🎖️ Special Category Prizes (e.g., Best in Sustainability, Best Student Team, etc.)
🏅 Participation certificates and digital swag for all eligible submissions

Submissions will be evaluated by an expert panel based on:

• Innovation & Creativity (25%)
  Is the idea original and impactful?

• Technical Execution (25%)
  How well is the solution built? Is it functional and reliable?

• User Experience & Design (20%)
  Is the solution intuitive, accessible, and visually engaging?

• Impact & Relevance (20%)
  Does it solve a real-world problem aligned with one of the challenge themes?

• Presentation & Clarity (10%)
  Is the submission well-documented and clearly explained?

Finalists may be invited to pitch live or answer Q&A from judges.
All decisions made by the judging panel are final.