Dates

Hackathon submissions open: September 7th, 2025 - September 13th, 2025

Tentative awards ceremony date: September 21st, 2025

 

Eligibility

Anyone can compete in teams or individually!

 

Project and Submission Requirements

To be eligible for judging, participants must meet the following requirements:

  1. Full-Stack Functionality

  • The project must be a complete full-stack application (frontend + backend).

  • It should demonstrate real-world utility or impact.

  • Web Accessibility (Preferred)

  • Projects are encouraged to be web applications for ease of access.

  • Mobile or desktop apps are accepted but must be easy to run or demo.

  • Use of Emerging or Interesting Tech

  • Integration of new or innovative technologies is highly encouraged.

  • Judges value creativity and real-world application over complexity alone.

  • Submission Materials (All Required):

  • GitHub Repository: Must include all source code and a README with setup instructions.

  • Demo Video: A clear, concise video (max 5 minutes) demonstrating app functionality and impact.

  • Live Link (If Applicable): A deployed version of the application or hosted demo link.

  • Original Work

  • All submissions must be original and developed during the hackathon period.

  • Use of libraries and open-source tools is permitted with proper attribution.

  • Deadline Compliance

  • All materials must be submitted between September 7th and September 13th, 2025.

  • Late submissions will not be considered for judging.

 

Judging Criteria and Winner Selection

Category

Description

Points (out of 10)

Impact

Does the project make a tangible difference in the real world?

/10

Technical Complexity

How technically impressive is the full-stack application?

/10

Use of Emerging Tech

Does the project integrate innovative or upcoming technologies meaningfully?

/10

Functionality

Does the application run smoothly and fulfill its intended purpose?

/10

Presentation & Demo

Is the demo video clear, engaging, and informative?

/10

UI/UX Design

Is the user interface intuitive, accessible, and visually appealing?

/10

Originality & Creativity

How unique or creative is the idea or implementation?

/10

Submission Quality

Is the GitHub repo well-documented and is everything (code/link/video) provided?

/10

 

Total Score: /80