Opportunity brief
VibeForge – National-Level Hackathon | NIMS Quest 1.0
VibeForge is a national-level hackathon organised by the STEM Department, NIMS University Rajasthan, as part of NIMS Quest 1.0.
The hackathon challenges participants to transform innovative ideas into functional prototypes within a three-hour time limit. By combining programming, AI-assisted development tools, and modern coding workflows, participants will develop practical, technology-driven solutions to real-world problems.
The competition encourages creativity, innovation, technical execution, and effective problem-solving. Participants must demonstrate their ability to develop a working prototype, explain their technical approach, and communicate the real-world applications of their solutions.
Competition Details
Date: 25 November 2026
Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM IST
Duration: 3 hours Format: Team-based hackathon
Competition Level: National
Organiser: STEM Department, NIMS University Rajasthan
Total Prize Pool: ₹15,000
Eligibility Criteria
The hackathon is open to all the undergraduate students or students from colleges and universities across India. Participants must register through the official Unstop listing within the registration period and meet the eligibility requirements established by the organising committee.
Team Size: 1-4
Each team must register its members according to the instructions provided by the organisers.
Competition Format and Process
The hackathon will consist of three evaluation stages conducted within the allotted three-hour duration.
Teams will identify a problem, develop an innovative solution, build a functional prototype using programming and AI tools, and present their solution through a final pitch and live demonstration within three hours.
Mode: Offline
Rules and Guidelines
- Participants must complete registration and provide accurate information as required by the organisers.
- Teams must comply with the announced eligibility criteria and team-size requirements.
- All development and submissions must be completed within the allotted competition duration.
- Participants must submit original work and must not plagiarise or present another team's work as their own.
- AI-assisted coding tools and other development resources may be used in accordance with the guidelines announced by the organisers.
- Teams must be able to explain their solution, implementation, and use of development tools during evaluation.
- Participants must follow all submission instructions and deadlines communicated by the organising committee.
- Any attempt to manipulate the evaluation process, misrepresent work, or gain an unfair advantage may result in disqualification.
- The organising committee's decisions regarding competition administration and disqualification will be final.
Evaluation Criteria
Innovation and Originality: 20%
Functionality and Execution: 25%
Problem Relevance: 15%
AI and Modern Tool Integration: 15%
UI/UX Design: 10%
Presentation and Pitch: 10%
Time Management: 5%
The total evaluation weightage is 100%. Judges will assess submissions based on the published criteria, the functionality of the prototype, and the team's ability to explain its solution.
Prizes and Recognition
VibeForge offers a total prize pool of ₹15,000.
First Prize: ₹7,000
Second Prize: ₹5,000
Third Prize: ₹3,000
Certificates and additional recognition: To all the winners and participants.
Prize distribution will be subject to verification of the winners and the conditions announced by the organising committee.
VibeForge welcomes aspiring developers, innovators, and technology enthusiasts to collaborate, build functional prototypes, and present creative solutions to real-world challenges. Join the challenge to showcase your technical skills, transform ideas into working solutions, and compete for exciting rewards at NIMS Quest 1.0.