NOVOTHON

Hackathon Guidelines

Everything you need to know to participate successfully in Novothon. Follow these guidelines to ensure a smooth and fair competition.

Duration

48 Hours

Non-stop coding

Team Size

1-5 Members

Maximum per team

Prizes

₹50,000+

Total prize pool

General Rules & Regulations

Fundamental rules that all participants must follow

What's Allowed

• Use any programming language or framework
• Utilize open-source libraries and APIs
• Work on any device (laptop, desktop, mobile)
• Collaborate with team members
• Use cloud services and databases
• Seek help from mentors and organizers

What's Not Allowed

• Pre-written code or solutions
• Plagiarism or copying others' work
• Working with external teams
• Using paid services without permission
• Violating any laws or regulations
• Inappropriate or offensive content

Timeline & Schedule

Important dates and milestones for the hackathon

Registration Opens

Early bird registration with special pricing

Ongoing

Hackathon Begins

Opening ceremony, theme announcement, and coding starts

Day 1 - 9:00 AM

Mid-Point Check

Progress review and mentor feedback session

Day 2 - 2:00 PM

Submission Deadline

Final project submission and presentation preparation

Day 3 - 9:00 AM

Judging & Awards

Project presentations, judging, and prize distribution

Day 3 - 2:00 PM

Submission Guidelines

How to submit your project for evaluation

All submissions must be made through the official platform before the deadline. Late submissions will not be accepted.

Required Deliverables

Working prototype or demo
Source code repository (GitHub/GitLab)
Project documentation
Presentation slides (5-7 minutes)
Team information and roles

Evaluation Criteria

Innovation and creativity (25%)
Technical implementation (30%)
Problem relevance (20%)
Presentation quality (15%)
Market potential (10%)

Code of Conduct

Our commitment to creating an inclusive and respectful environment

We are committed to providing a harassment-free experience for everyone. Violations of this code of conduct will result in immediate disqualification.

Expected Behavior

• Be respectful and inclusive
• Use welcoming and inclusive language
• Be respectful of differing viewpoints
• Accept constructive criticism gracefully
• Focus on what's best for the community
• Show empathy towards others

Unacceptable Behavior

• Harassment or discrimination
• Inappropriate comments or behavior
• Trolling, insulting, or derogatory comments
• Public or private harassment
• Publishing private information
• Any conduct inappropriate in a professional setting

Need Help or Have Questions?

Our team is here to help you succeed. Reach out to us for any questions about the guidelines, technical issues, or general support.