Anvil Hackathon

​Description:

• ​The Anvil Hackathon is a 24-hour, high-intensity, on-campus hackathon bringing together ~600 participants from across India to build innovative, real-world technology solutions. Participants will work in teams to design and develop functional prototypes, with mentorship support for system design, debugging, and product development, culminating in a live demo and evaluation round.

• ​₹50,000 prize pool with cash rewards and certificates for top-performing teams

​Round 1: Application & Shortlisting

• ​Register individually and form a team of 2–4 members

• ​Submit details including:

• ​GitHub profile / repository (previous work or projects)

• ​LinkedIn profile

• ​Technical background and preferred tech stack

• ​Teams will be evaluated based on:

  • ​Prior project experience

  • ​Technical skills and stack familiarity

  • ​Overall profile and build experience

• ​Teams meeting the eligibility criteria and demonstrating sufficient technical capability will be shortlisted

• ​Shortlisted participants may be required to submit:

  • ​Resume / CV

  • ​Additional supporting details (if requested)

• ​Only shortlisted teams will advance to the final round

​Round 2: 24-Hour Hackathon Finale (On-Campus)

• ​A 24-hour, in-person hackathon conducted on campus

• ​Problem statements / themes will be released prior to the event

• ​Teams will:

  • ​Design, build, and iterate on a functional prototype

  • ​Receive mentorship support for debugging, system design, and development

  • ​Work continuously throughout the hackathon duration

• ​Final deliverables include:

  • ​Working prototype

  • ​GitHub repository submission

  • ​Optional demo and presentation

• ​Teams will present their solutions to judges during the final evaluation round

• ​Evaluation will be based on innovation, technical complexity, feasibility, impact, and presentation

​Eligibility:

• ​Open to everyone across India, including undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as working professionals

• ​There are no strict prerequisites or mandatory experience requirements to apply

• ​Participants from any technical or non-technical background are welcome

• ​Selection is based on the overall profile of the applicant, including prior work, projects, and technical exposure

• ​Applicants are encouraged to showcase their GitHub, LinkedIn, or any relevant work as part of the shortlisting process

• ​Final participation is subject to shortlisting based on the submitted application

​Team Rules:

• ​Teams must consist of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members

• ​Each team must occupy one confirmed slot for participation in the hackathon

• ​Team assignments are final and permanent

• ​Solo participation is not allowed; all participants must be part of a team

​Rules & Regulations:

• ​Participants must bring their own laptops, chargers, and required devices

• ​Teams must present a working prototype at the end of the hackathon

• ​Participants are required to stay on campus for the duration of the hackathon(Food will be provided in the campus)

• ​Teams must adhere to all guidelines and submission formats

• ​Accommodation will not be provided; participants must arrange their stay independently

• ​The decision of the judges will be final

​Registration Process:

• ​Step 1: Click on the “Register” button on the Unstop event page

• ​Step 2: Log in or sign up on Unstop using your email ID

• ​Step 3: Create or join a team

• ​Step 4: Submit your application details, including GitHub, LinkedIn, and other relevant information (if required)

• ​Step 5: After successful registration, your application will be considered for the shortlisting process

​All major updates including shortlisting results, waitlist movement, RSVP confirmations, and final selections will be communicated via the Whatsapp Community

​Get event highlights, updates, and announcements on our Instagram page.

​Disqualification Criteria:

• ​Plagiarism or copying code from external sources

• ​Submitting incomplete, invalid, or non-functional projects

• ​Misconduct or disruptive behaviour during the hackathon

• ​Judges decision will be final

​Evaluation Criteria:

• ​Innovation and originality

• ​Technical complexity

• ​Feasibility

• ​Impact and usefulness

• ​Demo and presentation quality

​Participation Advisory:

​Participants are advised to carry:

• ​Laptop with charger

• ​All necessary development tools and software are pre-installed

• ​Any additional accessories required for your project setup

​Note: Participants are welcome to explore nearby accommodation options or make stay arrangements based on their preference.