CypherVerse

Venue: CGC University, Mohali, Punjab

Dates: 22 and 23rd August, 2026.

Eligibility:

• The hackathon is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from any college or university.
• Participants from any specialization or academic background are allowed.
• Inter-college teams are allowed.
• Inter-specialization teams are allowed.

Team Size:

• Each team must consist of 2– 4 members.
• A participant can be part of only one team.

Hackathon Format:

CypherVerse follows a unique card-based challenge format instead of traditional hackathon themes.

Step 1 – Cypher Card Selection:

• At the start of the event, teams will choose one of four Cypher Cards.
• Each card contains a QR code that directs teams to the CypherVerse challenge platform.

Step 2 – Platform Access:

- Teams must scan the QR code and enter their Team Number on the platform.

Step 3 – Generator Selection:

- Teams must select a Generator that represents their innovation pathway.

Step 4 – Theme Selection:

- Teams must select a theme category from the dropdown menu available on the platform.

Step 5 – Add-On Challenge:

• After selecting the theme, a challenge card will appear containing an Add-On requirement related to that theme.
• The project must incorporate this Add-On feature or constraint.

Open Theme Option:

- One special Cypher Card unlocks the Open Theme, allowing teams to build any project idea without restrictions.

Project Submission:

Teams may be required to submit:

• Project description.
• Source code or GitHub repository.
• Prototype.
• Presentation or pitch deck.

Evaluation Criteria:

Projects will be evaluated based on:

• Innovation and creativity.
• Technical implementation.
• Relevance to the theme and Add-On challenge.
• Feasibility and real-world impact.
• Quality of presentation.

Rules:

• Teams must select only one Cypher Card at the beginning of the event.
• Once a card is selected, it cannot be changed.
• The project must follow the assigned theme and Add-On challenge.
• All projects must be original and developed during the hackathon.
• Use of open-source libraries and frameworks is allowed.
• Plagiarism or copying existing projects will lead to immediate disqualification.
• Each participant can be part of only one team.
• Teams must submit their projects before the final submission deadline.
• Any form of misconduct or unfair practice will result in disqualification.
• The decision of the judges and organizing team will be final.

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