Opportunity brief
Every business challenge has a story. Every problem has an opportunity. What sets great problem-solvers apart is their ability to connect the dots, challenge assumptions, and turn insights into impactful solutions.
Case Carnival 2026, the flagship case competition hosted by the Analytics and Consulting Club (AnC), NIT Rourkela, invites aspiring strategists, consultants, and analytical thinkers from across India to put their problem-solving abilities to the test.
Go beyond textbook frameworks, navigate real-world business challenges, and develop solutions that combine analytical rigour with strategic creativity. Whether your strength lies in data, business strategy, innovation, or critical thinking, this is your platform to challenge conventional perspectives and showcase your potential.
Case Carnival 2.0 will also serve as a platform for sophomore inductions into the Analytics and Consulting Club (AnC), NIT Rourkela. Undergraduate students at NIT Rourkela will have the opportunity to showcase their analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and strategic approach through the competition as part of the sophomore induction process.
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) students from any discipline.
- Students from any college or university across India are eligible to participate.
- Teams must consist of 1 to 4 members.
- Inter-college, cross-specialization, and cross-year teams are permitted.
- Each participant may register and participate in only one team.
- All team members must complete their registration together and comply with the competition guidelines.
Competition Format
Round 1: Preliminary Case Study Submission
- Task: Analyze a real-world business problem and submit a concise case deck of 3–5 pages, including the cover and concluding pages.
- Evaluation Criteria:
- Depth and quality of analysis
- Feasibility and effectiveness of proposed solutions
- Clarity of thought and logical reasoning
- Innovation and originality
- Outcome: The Top 25 teams will qualify for the final round.
Round 2: Final Case Presentation
- Format: Offline, in-person presentation
- Presentation Duration: 5 minutes, followed by 5 minutes of Q&A
- Evaluation Parameters:
- Understanding and interpretation of the business problem
- Feasibility, originality, and impact of the proposed solution
- Analytical reasoning and strategic approach
- Clarity of communication and presentation skills
- Ability to defend recommendations and respond to questions
Rewards and Recognition
- Total Prize Pool: 5,000
- Prizes and certificates will be awarded to deserving participants and winners.
- Further details regarding prizes and distribution will be communicated by the organizing team.
The Challenge Awaits
Great ideas don't emerge from easy questions. They emerge when curiosity meets complexity and analysis leads to action.
Bring your perspective. Challenge the status quo. Build solutions that make a difference.
Case Carnival 2026 — where sharp thinking meets strategic action.
Organized by the Analytics and Consulting Club (AnC), NIT Rourkela.