CodeRed 2026: FIFA World Cup

About the Competition: The biggest tournament in the world is here, and it's time to prove you've got what it takes to lift the trophy! Welcome to CODE RED: World Cup Edition, brought to you by IEEE NITK, where every challenge is a match, every flag is a goal, and only the best teams will make it to the top of the table. Battle your way through some of the toughest challenges across the world of Computer Science, including: Data Structures and Algorithms Systems Machine Learning Development Dribble past tricky obstacles, outplay challenging defenses, uncover hidden clues, and score your way through increasingly difficult rounds. Every solved challenge brings you one step closer to championship glory. Whether you're a first-year rookie making your tournament debut or a second-year veteran chasing the title, this is your chance to showcase your skills on the biggest stage. The whistle has blown. The countdown has begun. Can your team go all the way and bring the World Cup home? Guidelines: Open to 1st and 2nd-year undergraduate students from all colleges Team Composition: Inter-college teams are allowed Team Size: 1–3 members The competition features challenges across Data Structures, Algorithms, Systems, Machine Learning, and Development 24 hours of non-stop competition with 20+ carefully crafted challenges Join the Discord server for event updates, announcements, and support from the organizers The event link and credentials will be shared with the team leader via the registered email address shortly before the event begins Total prize pool: ₹14,000+ All participants who complete the tournament will receive a Participation Certificate Participants can compete individually or in teams of up to 3 members Scoring will be based on total points earned; in case of a tie, the fastest team to finish will rank higher Any unauthorized activities, including cheating or foul play, will result in immediate disqualification The decision of the organizers regarding eligibility and results will be final