Opportunity brief
Competition Description:
DATATHON 2026 is a data science and AI/ML-focused competition presented by the School of Data Science, Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences, Indore, with Boston Institute of Analytics (BIA), Indore – Race Course Road as the Exclusive Knowledge Partner.
The event challenges participants to use Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning to solve real-world problems across multiple domains, including Healthcare, Smart Cities, Agriculture, Finance, E-Commerce, Education, Social Media, and Environment.
Event Details:
- Date: 29 September 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Venue: Engineering Block, SUAS Indore
- Eligibility: 12th / Undergraduate / Postgraduate students
- Team Size: 3–5 members or solo participation
- Registration Fee: ₹250
- Prize Pool: ₹6,700
- 1st Prize: ₹3,100
- 2nd Prize: ₹2,100
- 3rd Prize: ₹1,500
- Participation Certificates: Provided to all participants
- NO SHORTLISTING ROUND
Competition Format:
Participants will work on real-world problem statements and develop data-driven solutions using AI/ML and related technologies.
The competition focuses on:
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Machine Learning / AI model development
- Problem-solving
- Real-world application of data science
- Building practical and innovative solutions
Participants can participate individually or in teams of 3–5 members.
Problem Domains:
Problem statements are based on real-world challenges from domains such as:
- Healthcare
- Smart Cities
- Agriculture
- Finance
- E-Commerce
- Education
- Social Media
- Environment
Eligibility & Team Rules:
- Open to students studying in 12th standard, Undergraduate, or Postgraduate programs.
- Participants may compete solo or in teams of 3–5 members.
- Inter-college teams are allowed.
- Participants should follow the official instructions provided by the organizers during the event.
Duration:
The overall event is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on 29 September 2026.
Rules:
- Participants must meet the specified eligibility criteria.
- Participation is allowed either individually or in teams of 3–5 members.
- Participants are expected to solve the assigned real-world problem using appropriate Data Science, AI, and/or ML approaches.
- Solutions should address the given problem statement and demonstrate practical application.
- Participants must follow the instructions and submission requirements provided by the organizers.
- Evaluation and final selection will be conducted according to the competition guidelines provided by the organizers.
- Participants should maintain originality in their submitted solutions.
- Any additional rules, judging criteria, submission format, or round-specific instructions will be communicated by the event organizers.
Prizes & Recognition:
Participants get the opportunity to compete for cash prizes:
- ₹3,100 — First Prize
- ₹2,100 — Second Prize
- ₹1,500 — Third Prize
Participation certificates will be provided to all participants.
Why Participate:
DATATHON 2026 provides students with an opportunity to work on real-world data science and AI/ML problems, apply technical knowledge in practical scenarios, develop innovative solutions, and compete with other students. The event also provides exposure to problem-solving across multiple industries and domains.