Opportunity brief
Overview
First Step in the World of Innovation
Organised by the Science & Technology community at Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh, CampusQuest is a beginner-friendly innovation hackathon designed to introduce school students to logical reasoning, creative problem-solving, and the world of technology.
Every big idea starts somewhere. CampusQuest gives young minds the opportunity to test their abilities, explore new concepts, and take their first step into the world of innovation.
Eligibility
- Open to eligible school students as specified by the organisers.
- The first round is an individual participation round. Students register and compete on their own.
- No prior coding or hackathon experience is required.
Event structure and important dates
Stage 1: Online Quiz Round
- Mock Round: 24 October 2026
- Main quiz: 25 October 2026
The journey begins with an online quiz that assesses participants' logical reasoning, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Every student participates individually.
The Mock round on 24 October is intended to help participants verify their access and resolve technical issues before the main quiz.
Stage 2: Team Formation and Workshop
- Date: 31 October 2026
- Venue: RGIPT, Jais, Uttar Pradesh
Students who qualify in the first round will proceed to the next stage, where teams will be formed according to the organisers' guidelines. The shortlisted participants will also take part in a workshop to help them prepare for the innovation challenge.
Team formation instructions and further details will be shared with qualified participants.
Stage 3: Offline Hackathon
- Date: 1 November 2026
- Venue: RGIPT, Jais, Uttar Pradesh
The newly formed teams will participate in the final offline hackathon, working collaboratively on an innovation challenge and presenting their solutions. Participants will get an opportunity to experience a hackathon environment at RGIPT and engage with practical problem-solving beyond the classroom.
Rules and guidelines
- Each participant must register individually for the online quiz.
- The first round is strictly individual; team participation does not apply to the quiz.
- Only students who qualify for the subsequent stage will proceed according to the organisers' shortlisting criteria.
- Teams will be formed after the first round, following the instructions issued by the organisers.
- Participants must follow all quiz instructions, deadlines, workshop guidelines, and final-round submission requirements.
- Shortlisted participants must confirm their availability for the offline event and coordinate travel arrangements with their parents or guardians and school.
- Participants must maintain academic integrity and demonstrate respectful conduct throughout the event.
- Detailed information about team size, the innovation challenge, evaluation criteria, and final submissions will be communicated by the organisers.
Why CampusQuest?
CampusQuest is a chance to discover what you can do with curiosity and determination. Start as an individual, qualify through your own efforts, and then collaborate with a team to turn ideas into solutions.
Explore. Innovate. Discover.
Organised by: GFG student chapter & SnT Council, Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT), Jais, Uttar Pradesh.