Code Rush – 24 Hours Hackathon

December 03rd – 04th, 2026 Location: GM University – Central Library, Davangere, Karnataka Event Participation & Benefits: We are excited to welcome all participants to IGNITRON 2K26! CODE RUSH is a 24-hour national-level hackathon bringing together talented innovators, developers, and problem-solvers from across India to develop impactful, real-world technology solutions. Registration Fee: Phase 1: ₹100 per team (Non-refundable). Phase 2: ₹4,000 per team (Only for shortlisted teams). Team Size: 2–4 Members per team. Accommodation: For participants arriving from outside Davangere, accommodation arrangements and payment details, if available, will be communicated separately by the organizing team. Important Note: Phase 1 registration is mandatory for all participating teams. Teams must submit their abstract and PPT using the prescribed submission template. Only shortlisted teams will qualify for Phase 2 – the offline hackathon. Shortlisted teams must complete the Phase 2 payment of ₹4,000 per team. Phase 1 registration fees are non-refundable. Participants must bring their own laptops and necessary accessories. Any programming language, API, framework, or development platform may be used. Participants must follow the official competition guidelines. Decisions of the organizing committee and judging panel will be final. For any queries, feel free to reach out to our organizing team. Event Schedule: Day 1: December 03, 2026: 02:00 PM | Commencement of CODE RUSH – 24 Hours Hackathon Round 1 | Mentoring Round 2 | Mentoring + Evaluation Overnight | Continuation of Hackathon Day 2: December 04, 2026: 24-Hour Hackathon Completion Round 3 | Final Evaluation Prototype Presentation before the Judging Panel Final Evaluation and Selection of Winning Teams Total Duration: 24 Hours (02:00 PM, December 03 – 02:00 PM, December 04). About CODE RUSH: 24 Hours Hackathon CODE RUSH is a 24-hour national-level hackathon organized by GM University as part of IGNITRON 2K26. The hackathon brings together talented innovators and developers from across the country to ideate, design, and develop impactful prototypes addressing real-world challenges. Participants will work collaboratively in teams to transform innovative ideas into practical and scalable technology solutions under the guidance of mentors and industry experts. The hackathon focuses on innovation, creative thinking, teamwork, technical implementation, and problem-solving while encouraging participants to explore emerging technologies and develop solutions that contribute to human flourishing. Participants must select one of the following four domains: 1. AI for Agriculture & Smart Farming Develop innovative AI-powered solutions to enhance agricultural productivity, modernize farming practices, and improve supply chain efficiency. Participants can explore: AI-based crop monitoring and disease detection. Smart farming and precision agriculture. Intelligent irrigation and water management. Agricultural productivity optimization. Smart agricultural supply chain solutions. Objective: Leverage artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to create smarter, more efficient, and sustainable agricultural solutions. 2. AI in Healthcare Develop intelligent technology-driven solutions to improve healthcare delivery, disease detection, and patient management. Participants can explore: AI-powered disease detection and prediction. Intelligent patient monitoring systems. Healthcare data analysis and management. Smart medical assistance and diagnostic solutions. Digital healthcare platforms and accessibility. Objective: Utilize artificial intelligence to improve healthcare services, support medical decision-making, and enhance patient care. 3. IoT & Smart Systems Design and develop smart devices, connected systems, and automation solutions to improve efficiency, monitoring, and safety. Participants can explore: IoT-based monitoring systems. Smart automation and connected devices. Intelligent safety and security systems. Real-time data collection and monitoring. Smart infrastructure and device interaction. Objective: Build intelligent and connected systems that enhance automation, monitoring, efficiency, and safety through IoT technologies. 4. AI for Education & Smart Learning Develop innovative AI-powered digital tools and learning platforms to enhance educational accessibility and learning effectiveness. Participants can explore: AI-powered personalized learning platforms. Intelligent student assistance systems. Automated academic support tools. Smart assessment and evaluation systems. Digital learning accessibility solutions. Objective: Utilize artificial intelligence and digital technologies to make education more accessible, personalized, and effective. Rules & Guidelines: Teams must consist of 2–4 members. Each team must select one of the four prescribed domains. Phase 1 requires submission of an abstract and PPT using the mandatory template. Shortlisted teams must participate in the offline 24-hour hackathon. Teams must develop and demonstrate their proposed solutions. Participants may use any programming language, API, framework, or development platform. Platforms such as Python, TensorFlow, React, Node.js, Figma, and Arduino are permitted. Participants must bring their own laptops and necessary accessories. All teams must adhere to the prescribed deadlines and instructions. Shortlisted teams must present their prototypes before the judging panel. Event Format: Phase 1 – Online Screening: Submit the project abstract and PPT using the prescribed template. Submissions will be evaluated by the organizing committee. Shortlisted teams will qualify for the offline hackathon. The mandatory submission template must be followed. Phase 2 – Offline Hackathon: The 24-hour hackathon will commence at 02:00 PM on December 03, 2026. Round 1 – Mentoring. Round 2 – Mentoring + Evaluation. Round 3 – Final Evaluation and Prototype Presentation. Judging Criteria: Innovation and Creativity – 25% Technical Implementation – 25% Solution Design & User Experience – 20% Impact & Feasibility – 20% Presentation & Communication – 10% Rewards and Prizes: Exciting prizes for winning teams. E-Certificates for all participants. Note: Only shortlisted teams from Phase 1 are eligible to participate in the offline hackathon. Teams must strictly follow the submission template and competition guidelines. Event Details: Event: CODE RUSH – 24 Hours Hackathon Festival: IGNITRON 2K26 Date: December 03–04, 2026 Start Time: 02:00 PM, December 03, 2026 Venue: GM University – Central Library, Davangere – 577006, Karnataka Team Size: 2–4 Members Phase 1 Fee: ₹100 per team Phase 2 Fee: ₹4,000 per shortlisted team For registration assistance, event-related queries, and further information, reach out to the organizing team through the official communication channels. DEBUG THE NIGHT. DEPLOY THE DAWN. 24 Hours. Infinite Possibilities. One Mission. Innovate. Build. Transform. See you at CODE RUSH – IGNITRON 2K26!