Opportunity brief
InnoVenture 2026 – International Innovation & Technology Challenge is an international-level innovation hackathon organized by Amity University Uttar Pradesh. The competition aims to bring together talented undergraduate and postgraduate students from diverse disciplines to develop innovative, technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges.
The theme for this year's competition is:
Measuring ROI & Impact of Emerging Technologies: Driving Innovation Through Creativity, Conclusive Thinking, Collaboration for a Sustainable Planet.
Participants will collaborate in teams to identify problems, propose innovative solutions, and present their ideas before an expert jury. The challenge encourages interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and practical implementation.
Core Focus Areas
Participants may submit solutions in one or more of the following domains:
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
- Cybersecurity & Data Privacy
- Sustainability & Smart Green Solutions
- AR/VR & Next-Generation Technologies
- Automation, Robotics & Productivity
- Digital Transformation & Enterprise Solutions
Eligibility
- Open to Undergraduate and Postgraduate students from recognized colleges and universities worldwide.
- Students from all academic disciplines are eligible to participate.
- Both technical and non-technical students are encouraged to apply.
- Cross-disciplinary teams are encouraged.
Team Formation
- Team Size: 2–4 members
- Inter-college teams are allowed.
- Inter-specialization/inter-department teams are allowed.
- Each participant can be a member of only one team.
- Every team must nominate one Team Leader for communication purposes.
Competition Format
Round 1 – Online Proposal Submission
Teams are required to submit a proposal based on the selected problem statement or innovative idea.
Each submission should include:
- Problem Statement
- Concept Note
- Proposed Solution
- Innovation Highlights
- Rough Sketch or Wireframe (if applicable)
- Implementation Roadmap
- Expected Impact
- Business/ROI Considerations
Submission Format: PDF
Maximum File Size: 10 MB
Submission Deadline: 25 September 2026
Round 2 – Hybrid Presentation
The Top 10 shortlisted teams will present their solution before the jury through a hybrid presentation.
Presentation Duration:
- 10 minutes Presentation
- 5 minutes Question & Answer Session
Evaluation will focus on innovation, feasibility, sustainability, implementation strategy, and business value.
Date: 12 October 2026
Final Round – Grand Finale
The Top 5 teams will qualify for the Grand Finale at Amity University Uttar Pradesh.
Each finalist team will demonstrate their prototype or proof of concept before the Grand Jury.
Presentation Duration:
- 12 minutes Presentation & Prototype Demonstration
- 8 minutes Jury Interaction
Date: 13 October 2026
Evaluation Criteria
Criteria
Weightage
Innovation & Creativity
25%
Technical Feasibility
20%
Sustainability & Social Impact
20%
ROI & Business Value Proposition
15%
Scalability & Implementation Roadmap
10%
Presentation & Team Collaboration
10%
Important Dates
Activity
Date
Registration Opens
31 July 2026
Last Date for Registration
11 September 2026
Proposal Submission Deadline
25 September 2026
Shortlisted Teams Announcement
5 October 2026
Hybrid Presentations
12 October 2026
Grand Finale
13 October 2026
Award Ceremony
13 October 2026
Rules & Guidelines
- Teams must consist of 2–4 members.
- Participants can register in only one team.
- Inter-college teams are allowed.
- Inter-specialization teams are allowed.
- Teams may choose any focus area relevant to the event theme.
- All submissions must be original and created by the participating team.
- Plagiarism, copied content, or use of unauthorized material will result in immediate disqualification.
- AI tools may be used responsibly for research and development, but the submitted work must represent the team's own understanding and innovation.
- Organizers reserve the right to verify any submission.
- Late submissions will not be accepted.
- Teams shortlisted for the final round must be available to present on the scheduled dates.
- Participants are expected to maintain professional and ethical conduct throughout the competition.
- The decision of the organizing committee and jury shall be final and binding.
Why Participate?
- Showcase your ideas on an international platform.
- Solve meaningful real-world challenges.
- Present before academic and industry experts.
- Gain recognition from Amity University.
- Build your portfolio with an impactful project.
- Network with innovators, mentors, and peers.
- Receive certificates and compete for prestigious awards.