36-Hour Hackathon

36-Hour Hackathon | Vibrant 2 K26:

Build • Innovate • Impact:

The 36-Hour Hackathon is a Flagship Tech Event Under Vibrant 2 K26, Organized by Vibeesta Creative Society and Shrinik Club of G.L. Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management.

Vibrant 2 K26 Is a Two-Day Inter-College Celebration Bringing Together Technology, Creativity, Innovation, and Expression on 16 & 17 October 2026.

The 36-Hour Hackathon Invites Passionate Developers, Innovators, Problem-Solvers, Designers, and Technology Enthusiasts to Come Together and Transform Ideas Into Innovative Solutions for Real-World Challenges.

Participants Will Get 36 Hours to Ideate, Build, Test, Refine, and Present Their Solutions Before a Panel of Judges.

Objective:

The Objective of The Hackathon Is to Encourage Participants To:

• Solve Real-World Problems Using Technology.
• Develop Innovative and Practical Solutions.
• Think Creatively and Approach Problems Differently.
• Build Functional Prototypes Within a Limited Timeframe.
• Collaborate and Learn from Fellow Innovators.
• Showcase Their Technical and Problem-Solving Abilities.

Eligibility:

The Hackathon Is Open to Students from Diverse Academic Backgrounds.

Eligible Participants Include:

• Undergraduate Students.
• Postgraduate Students.
• Engineering Students.
• Management Students.
• Arts, Commerce & Science Students.
• Law Students.
• Medical Students.
• Students from Other Disciplines.

Participants from Different Colleges and Institutions are Welcome to Participate.

Team Size:

• Each Team Can Have 2–4 Members.
• Participants May Participate Individually or As a Team.
• Team Members Must Provide Accurate Information During Registration.
• A Participant Cannot Be a Member of Multiple Teams for The Same Hackathon.

Hackathon Format:

The Hackathon Will Be Conducted as A 36-Hour Innovation and Development Challenge.

Participants Will Progress Through the Following Stages:

1. Registration:

Participants Register Through Unstop and Provide All Required Details.

2. Problem Statement / Challenge:

Participants Will Receive or Select the Relevant Challenge/problem Statement According to The Instructions Provided by The Organizers.

3. Ideation:

Teams Analyze the Problem, Brainstorm Ideas, Identify the Proposed Solution, and Plan Their Approach.

4. Development:

Teams Begin Developing Their Solution During the 36-Hour Hackathon Period.

5. Testing & Refinement:

Participants Test Their Solution, Identify Issues, Improve Functionality, and Prepare Their Final Prototype.

6. Submission:

Teams Submit Their Project and Required Deliverables Before the Specified Deadline.

7. Presentation & Demonstration:

Shortlisted Teams Will Present and Demonstrate Their Solutions Before the Judging Panel.

8. Evaluation & Results:

Projects Will Be Evaluated According to The Announced Judging Criteria, Following Which the Winners Will Be Declared.

Suggested Domains:

Participants Are Encouraged to Explore Innovative Solutions in Areas Such As:

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning.
• Web & Mobile Applications.
• Fin Tech.
• Health Tech.
• Ed Tech.
• Cybersecurity.
• Sustainability & Environment.
• Smart Cities.
• Automation.
• Social Impact.
• Emerging Technologies.
• Other Technology-Driven Solutions.

Participants Are Encouraged to Think Beyond Conventional Approaches and Focus on Innovation, Feasibility, Usability, and Real-World Impact.

Submission Requirements:

Teams May Be Required to Submit:

• Project Title.
• Problem Statement.
• Solution Overview.
• Working Prototype / Project.
• Source Code / Git Hub Repository.
• Presentation/ppt.
• Technical Documentation.
• Technologies Used.
• Demo Link, Where Applicable.
• Brief Explanation of The Solution and Its Potential Impact.

The Organizers Will Communicate the Final Submission Format and Requirements to Registered Participants.

Judging Criteria:

Projects Will Be Evaluated on Parameters Such As:

• Innovation & Creativity.
• Problem Understanding & Relevance.
• Technical Implementation.
• Functionality & Working Prototype.
• Practicality & Feasibility.
• Potential Impact.
• Presentation & Demonstration.

The Detailed Judging Methodology and Weightage Will Be Communicated by The Organizers.

Rules & Guidelines:

• Participants Must Complete Their Registration Before the Specified Deadline.
• Each Team Must Consist of 2–4 Members.
• Participants Must Provide Accurate Information During Registration.
• All Submitted Work Must Be Original.
• Plagiarism or Unauthorized Use of Another Participant's Work May Result in Disqualification.
• Teams Must Develop and Complete Their Solution Within the Designated 36-Hour Hackathon Period.
• All Required Submissions Must Be Submitted Before the Specified Deadline.
• Participants May Use Relevant Open-Source Libraries, Frameworks, Ap Is, and Development Tools, Subject to The Organizers' Guidelines.
• Any Third-Party Resources Used in The Project Should Be Appropriately Acknowledged Wherever Applicable.
• Teams Must Be Able to Explain and Demonstrate Their Submitted Solution.
• Participants Must Follow All Instructions and The Code of Conduct Issued by The Organizers.
• Any Misconduct, Unfair Practice, Plagiarism, or Violation of The Rules May Lead to Disqualification.
• The Organizers Reserve the Right to Modify the Schedule, Rules, or Format if Required.
• The Decision of The Judging Panel Will Be Final and Binding.

Event Details:

Event: 36-Hour Hackathon

Festival: vibrant 2 K26

Date: 16–17 October 2026

Duration: 36 Hours

Venue: g.L. Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management

Team Size: 2–4 Members

Organized By:

Vibeesta Creative Society & Shrinik Club

G.L. Bajaj Institute of Technology and Management

Why Participate?:

• Build Something Innovative from Scratch.
• Solve Meaningful Real-World Problems.
• Showcase Your Technical Skills.
• Collaborate with Talented Students.
• Gain Practical Hackathon Experience.
• Present Your Solution to Industry/academic Judges.
• Compete for Exciting Opportunities and Recognition.
• Be a Part of Vibrant 2 K26.

Ready to Build?:

Bring Your Idea. Build Your Solution. Create an Impact.

Get Ready for 36 Hours of Coding, Creativity, Collaboration, and Innovation at Vibrant 2 K26.

Vibrant 2 K26 — Innovate • Impact • Ideas:

Are You Ready to Turn Your Idea Into Impact?