Hackathon | Pragyan '25

“The people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world are the ones who do.” -Steve Jobs

History has shown us, an idea which might be considered worthless can end up revolutionizing the whole world. All it takes is having that lightning-bolt moment; it all starts from just one IDEA.

Think you have something similar in mind? Hold nothing back and enroll yourself for the first-ever Pragyan FinTech-A-Thon 2025. We invite all creative and curious minds out there for this 24-hour coding showdown to come and show the world what you have to offer.

This year, in its 1st edition of FinTech-A-Thon, we welcome innovative solutions in critical and extensive domains. Show the world what you have got. C’mon out… The future awaits.

Prizes

worth

1 Lakh

Goodies, certificates, awards, and prizes on offer!

Mode

Offline

Venue - National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli.

Dates - 21^st and 22^nd February, 2025

Reporting Time - 12:30 PM, 21^st February 2025

Duration - 24 Hours

Registration fee

Registration Fee: INR 149 per person.
An additional registration fee of INR 249 will be collected from each Non NIT-T Student.(During 21st February 2025, in PR desk)

Participants are expected to form a team and register on UnStop.
Upon completion of the payment process, a confirmation email to complete the registration process will be sent to the participants.
For Team Participation - all members of a team must register under same team name

Rules and Regulations

The number of members per team can be from a minimum of 4 to a maximum of 5.
The hackathon is open to all the college students.
Requirements: Valid ID Proof, laptops, chargers and other hardware equipment required to complete your hack.
The criteria for judging are as follows: Originality of the idea, design, functionality and implementation of the idea in a real-time scenario. Judging is based on the software only (web/mobile app and software hack).
The winners will be announced within 15 working days from the day of the event.
Participants will be restricted from leaving the Orion building on the NIT-T campus from 9:30 PM on February 21, 2025, to 5:30 AM on February 22, 2025
At least 2 participants from each team must be present throughout the event.
Deadline for registration and payments: 11.59 PM, 10^th February 2025.

Domains

Problem statement will be released on the Day of Hackathon

Fin Tech

Fintech focuses on creating efficient, secure, and user-friendly applications to enhance financial processes and accessibility. Participants will be expected to provide solutions that leverage technology to improve financial services, such as payment systems, lending platforms, and investment tools

"During my college years, I had the opportunity to participate in various hackathons across different institutions. However, this particular hackathon stood out due to its exceptional organization and the facilities provided to participants. From seamless Wi-Fi connectivity to refreshments and a well-equipped working area, every detail was thoughtfully arranged.

The organizers were incredibly helpful and approachable, ensuring a smooth experience throughout the event. The problem statements were both challenging and engaging, sparking creativity and enthusiasm among the participants. The Pragyan team worked tirelessly to address and resolve any issues we encountered, further enhancing the overall experience.

I sincerely thank the Pragyan team for organizing such a remarkable event. I hope it continues to uphold its legacy of excellence in the years to come."

KS Srisowrirajan
1st Place Smart Cities
Pragyan Hackathon 2024

"Participating in the Pragyan Hackathon was an amazing opportunity to learn and to practice our team building skills. It felt enlightening to be surrounded by some of the brightest minds from NITT and other colleges and the experience overall was wonderful. Looking forward to seeing what the future editions have in store!"

Vignesh D
1st Place Blockchain
Pragyan Hackathon 2024