Instructions
Please read this docs to have a smooth 72-hour hackathon!
On Venue
- Procure all your components exclusively from the component list given.
- Design and build a functional, innovative project using only those components.
- Workshops will run in parallel, which will help with guidance or any support needed for a particular topic.
- Showcase your creativity, smart planning, and technical skills within real-world constraints. Choose boldly, design cleverly, and build something remarkable.
- Accommodation, food, and snacks will be provided by the organizers from 9th of April post 1 PM.
- The event is happening in DSATM (Engineering College), so please follow college campus rules.
- Soft copy of any ID for verification purposes (e.g., Aadhaar card, Driving License, Voter ID, etc.).
- The project doesn't have to strictly follow the abstract, you can also come up with a new idea based on the given components.
caution
Note : Please make sure to return the project that are built during the hackathon & the additional components to the organizers.
You are free to carry the toolkit that was provided at the beginning of the hackathon.
Off Venue
- Transportation expenses shall be borne by the participants.
- All utility (or freshening up) work must be completed only in the allocated rooms/areas.
Schedule & Key Timelines
9th April - Thursday (Day 00)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 1:00 PM | Check-in |
| 3:00 PM - 4:30PM | Inauguration |
| 9:00 PM | Bed Time |
10th April - Friday (Day 01)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 7:45 AM | Check-in |
| 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Breakfast/Snacks |
| 9:30 AM – 10:00 AM | Instructions |
| 10:00 AM – 1:30 PM | Ideation + Planning |
| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Lunch |
| 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Start R&D |
| 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Snacks and Networking |
| 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Continue R&D |
| 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Dinner |
| 9:30 PM | Continue R&D & PCB design (Mentor Walkthroughs) |
11th April - Saturday (Day 02)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Finalize R&D and PCB design |
| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Lunch |
| 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Continue Firmware/3D printing/Software, etc. |
| 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Snacks and Networking |
| 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Continue development |
| 8:30 PM – 9:30 PM | Dinner |
| 9:30 PM | Continue development |
12th April - Sunday (Day 03)
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Continue development |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Bare board will be shipped |
| 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Assemble the final product |
| 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Lunch |
| 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM | (Cont.) Assemble the final product & submit |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Snacks |
| Before 5:00 PM | Submit the final product |
| 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 1st Judging round / Presentation round |
| 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM | Dinner |
| 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM | Final Judging round & Presentation / Winner Announcement |
| 8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Break-off from the event |
Notes:
- The networking session is a great opportunity to connect with mentors, judges, and fellow participants, don’t miss it!
Virtual Shop Timing
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 1st day - 10th | 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM |
| 2nd day - 11th | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| 3rd day - 12th | 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
NOTE:
- Please plan to purchase within a budget of ₹4000, use the wallet credit only.
- We tried our best to provide accurate information on the components procurement website, but there might be some mishaps :( so please purchase & verify components during PCB design.
- If you have damaged boards, we won't be replaced.
- Most of the 3rd partys components are directly procured from trusted vendors, we won't be reponsible for the incorrect functionality.
3D Print Timing
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 1st day - 10th | 2:30 PM to 10:00 PM |
| 2nd day - 11th | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
| 3rd day - 12th | 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM |
NOTE:
- Please plan to print within a budget of ₹3000, the application will auto-calculate the cost.
- There are 5 printers running in parallel, so plan in advance and submit your prints early.
- All prints will be in PLA (Black) only.
PCB Design Submission
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| 2nd day - 11th | Before 1:30 PM |
NOTE:
- Please use the Lion Circuits capabilities under MII service to ensure DFM compliance and smoother manufacturing.
- Use the KiCad template from Lion Circuits for easier setup.
- Submit the board before 1:30 PM. Failure to do so means the PCB will not be manufactured.
- Maximum of 2 designs per team.
Workshop Timing
| DAY 1 - 10th April | Topic |
|---|---|
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Product Thinking |
| 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | How to Think Like an Engineer |
| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Circuit & PCB Design |
| DAY 2 - 11th April | Topic |
|---|---|
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Mechanical Design + Electronics Integration |
| 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Final Check / DFM / Manufacturing Electronics |
| 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | AI + Hardware |
| 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM | Scaling AI |
| DAY 3 - 12th April | Topic |
|---|---|
| 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM | Hardware Product Marketing |
| 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Soldering / Board Bring-up |
| 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Presentation / Pitches |
NOTE:
- Minimum one person per team must attend all workshops.
- Maximum of 2 members per team can participate.
- Missing a workshop results in a penalty of 3 points per workshop.
Team Guidelines
- Team size: 3 to 4 members per team.
- Solo participation: Not allowed — teamwork is essential.
- Teams must strictly adhere to the total budget of ₹10,000 (₹4,000 components, ₹3,000 3D printing, ₹3,000 PCB).
- Each team is responsible for managing their components.
- All work must be completed on-site during hackathon hours.
- Maintain a collaborative and respectful environment.
- Teams are allowed to share and trade components.
Judging Criteria
| Category | Description | Score Range |
|---|---|---|
| Innovation & Creativity | Originality and uniqueness of the idea | 1 – 15 |
| Technical Implementation | Functionality, complexity, and working system | 1 – 45 |
| Efficient Budget Use | Strategic use of virtual budget | 1 – 10 |
| Presentation & Documentation | Clarity, teamwork, demo quality, and responses | 1 – 30 |
| Social (optional) | Video pitch / demo / social sharing | 1 – 10 |
Virtual Currency Mapping – Budget Utilization
Each team will receive a virtual budget of ₹4000 to "purchase" components and materials for their project. They can spend up to ₹4000.To promote strategic budgeting, teams will earn points based on how much of the budget they save, as per the following scale:
| Amount Saved (₹) | Bonus Points |
|---|---|
| ₹901 – ₹1000 | 10 points |
| ₹801 – ₹900 | 9 points |
| ₹701 – ₹800 | 8 points |
| ₹601 – ₹700 | 7 points |
| ₹501 – ₹600 | 6 points |
| ₹401 – ₹500 | 5 points |
| ₹301 – ₹400 | 4 points |
| ₹201 – ₹300 | 3 points |
| ₹101 – ₹200 | 2 points |
| ₹1 – ₹100 | 1 point |
| ₹0 | 0 points |
Spend wisely, and save smart to earn extra points!
- Maximum a team could score will be 100.
- If two teams score the same score, they end in a tie. The prize will be split between the team.
Submission Details
- All teams must submit their final deliverables by 12th before 5:00 PM.
- Full documentation including circuit diagram, picture, demo video, source code for the firmware, gerber & the pcb design files needed to be submitted.
- Prototype/demo must be ready for judging.
- Teams will present live.
- Late submissions will not be accepted.
Code of Conduct & Ethics
- Maintain a respectful and inclusive environment.
- Collaboration within the team is encouraged.
- Plagiarism or pre-built projects are strictly prohibited.
- Follow safety protocols while handling electronics.
- Harassment or misconduct leads to disqualification.
- Judges’ decisions are final.
We wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing your amazing creations.