Hack@BVP 7.0

Round 1: Idea Submission & Screening (Online): Task: Submit an abstract covering problem statement, solution, and impact Deadline: 7th April Evaluation Criteria: Innovation, feasibility, clarity Shortlisting: Top 65 teams advance Round 2: Prototype Development (Online): Mode: Conducted via Discord Support: Mentorship provided Evaluation: Multiple judging panels Shortlisting: Top 40 teams advance Round 3: Development & Evaluation (Offline): Focus: Improve functionality, scalability, real-world impact Support: Mentorship + evaluation Shortlisting: Top 10 teams advance Round 4: Final Presentation (Offline): Task: Present complete solution Evaluation Criteria: Innovation Technical Complexity Implementation Impact Presentation Outcome: Top 3 teams declared winners Eligibility & Team Guidelines: Open to undergraduate students from recognized institutions Team size: 3–4 members One team per participant Valid ID required for verification Code Of Conduct: Maintain professionalism and respect Misconduct or unfair practices lead to disqualification Project Rules: Projects must be original and built during the hackathon Plagiarism leads to immediate disqualification Submission Guidelines: Submit via designated platform before deadline Must include: Source Code Documentation Additional deliverables (if specified) Late/incomplete submissions may be rejected Judging Criteria: Innovation & Creativity Technical Complexity Implementation & Functionality Impact & Practical Use Case Presentation & Clarity Judges’ decision is final Domains: Participants are required to choose a problem statement from one of the following domains: AI & Machine Learning: Build intelligent systems that can learn, predict, and automate tasks. This includes smart tools, recommendation systems, NLP-based applications, and computer vision solutions. FinTech & Web3: Reimagine the future of finance and decentralized systems. Develop solutions in digital payments, blockchain applications, DeFi, or smart contract-based platforms. Health & Well-being: Leverage technology to improve physical and mental health outcomes. Ideas may include telemedicine, fitness and wellness platforms, mental health support systems, or healthcare accessibility solutions. Sustainability & Smart Cities: Design solutions addressing climate change, energy efficiency, waste management, or urban infrastructure. Build for a smarter, greener, and more sustainable future. EdTech & Social Impact: Use technology to enhance education and create meaningful social change. This includes learning platforms, accessibility tools, and community-driven solutions. Cybersecurity & Privacy: Develop solutions to protect systems, data, and users in a connected world. Focus on threat detection, secure systems, privacy-preserving technologies, and data protection. Participants are encouraged to refer to the official website for detailed problem statements and complete guidelines. Abstract Submission Requirements Teams must include the following details in their abstract: Problem Statement: Clearly define the problem you aim to solve. Proposed Solution and Innovation: Describe your idea and how it addresses the problem. Technology Stack (Proposed); Mention the tools, frameworks, or technologies you plan to use. Implementation Approach: Briefly explain how you plan to build and execute your solution. Expected Impact: Describe the potential impact and real-world applications of your project. Submission Guidelines: The abstract should be concise and clear (250–500 words). Submissions must be original and relevant to the hackathon theme. Any form of plagiarism will lead to disqualification.