Hack-O-Octo 4.0

HACK-O-OCTO 4.0 Organized By: Google Developer Groups on Campus – Chandigarh University Event Dates: October 23-24, 2026 Duration: 24 Hours (Offline Hackathon) Registration Deadline: September 30, 2026 HACK-O-OCTO 4.0 is the fourth edition of GDG Chandigarh University’s flagship hackathon — a 24-hour coding marathon designed to bring together innovators, developers, and creators from all domains to solve real-world challenges through technology. Participants will ideate, prototype, and pitch their solutions before a panel of industry experts while gaining hands-on experience, mentorship, and the chance to win exciting prizes and recognition. Eligibility: Open to all university students (Undergraduate and Postgraduate) across India. Inter-college teams are not allowed (teams must be either completely within CU or completely from a single outside college; cross-teaming is not allowed). Inter-specialization and interdisciplinary teams are highly encouraged. No prior hackathon experience is required — beginners are welcome! Team Formation: Team Size: 2 to 5 members. Solo Participation: Not allowed. Teams can include members from different branches (or different colleges, subject to the non-cross-teaming rule for outside teams). Hackathon Format: Round 1: Idea Submission (Online): Teams will submit an abstract or short proposal outlining their idea and problem statement focus. Selected teams will qualify for the final 24-hour round. Round 2: 24-Hour Onsite Hackathon (Offline At Chandigarh University): Duration: 24 continuous hours (October 23-24, 2026). Teams will develop, design, and present their working prototypes. Mentorship sessions and evaluation checkpoints will be conducted throughout the event. Final pitch presentations will be made before the judging panel. Problem Statements & Themes: Please refer to the official document for the detailed problem statements: View Problem Statements Rules: Each team must submit original work. Plagiarism or pre-built projects will lead to immediate disqualification. The hackathon is 24 hours long — participants must work on their solutions only during the event timeframe. Code and prototypes must be submitted by the end of the hackathon for evaluation. Teams must be physically present for the final round at Chandigarh University. Participants must adhere to the event’s code of conduct and maintain professional behavior throughout. All decisions made by the organizing committee and judges are final. Prizes & Perks: Exciting Prize Pool: Attractive cash prizes and goodies for winning teams. Finalist Rewards: Trophies, exclusive swags, and certificates for all finalists. Career Growth: Networking and internship opportunities with top industry experts. Expert Guidance: Mentorship from professionals throughout the 24-hour build period. Why Participate? Build innovative solutions with a real-world impact. Learn directly from experienced industry mentors. Expand your network at one of Chandigarh University’s biggest tech events. Earn certificates, recognition, and potentially career-boosting opportunities.