JSS Navotthana 2.0 is a 24-hour offline hackathon organized by the Department of CSE (AI & ML), JSS Academy of Technical Education, Bengaluru. It brings together passionate developers, designers, and innovators to build impactful solutions, collaborate, and compete under pressure.

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What makes this hackathon unique is its two-stage competitive format designed to test both problem-solving skills and real-world innovation:

💻 Round 1: Coding Contest (Online) (Only for PS1 Participants)
  • 📅 Date: 7th April 2026
  • ⏱️ Duration: 4 Hours
  • Participants will compete in a high-intensity coding round.
  • The top teams will be shortlisted for the final hackathon.
  • Strict proctoring ensures fair play with no AI tool usage.

Everyone will receive participation Certificate.

🔥 Round 2: 24-Hour Offline Hackathon

Shortlisted teams will advance to the main event — an on-campus 24-hour hackathon experience.

🎯 Themes:
  • AI for Innovation – Build intelligent solutions that solve real-world problems.
  • Capture The Flag (Cybersecurity) – Test your skills in security, problem-solving, and ethical hacking challenges.
🧠 What Makes It Special?
  • 🏆 Dual challenge format (Coding + Hackathon)
  • 🔒 Dedicated Cybersecurity (CTF) track alongside AI innovation
  • 🌙 Overnight on-campus hacking experience
  • 👨‍🏫 Mentorship, reviews, and real-time feedback
  • ⚡ Competitive environment with top teams
🗓️ Event Schedule (Final Round)

Day 1

  • ⏰ Hackathon Kick-off
  • 💻 Team Hacking Begins
  • 📊 Stage 1 Review – 6:00 PM

Night

  • 🌙 Continuous hacking (No exit after 10:00 PM)

Day 2

  • ☀️ Stage 2 Review – 9:00 AM
  • 🏁 Final Submissions & Evaluation
  • 🏆 Results & Closing Ceremon

Requirements

Submission Requirements

To successfully complete your submission, all teams must provide the following on Devpost.

🛠️ Project Deliverables
  • A working prototype, application, or solution built during the hackathon.
  • The project must align with one of the themes:
    • AI for Innovation
    • Capture The Flag (Cybersecurity)
📄 Project Description
  • Clear explanation of:
    • Problem statement
    • Proposed solution
    • Key features and functionality
  • Mention the tech stack used.
🎥 Demo Video
  • A 2–5 minute video demonstrating:
    • Your project
    • How it works
    • Key features
💻 Source Code
  • A GitHub repository link with:
    • Proper README
    • Setup instructions
  • The code must be accessible to judges.
🖼️ Screenshots / Presentation
  • Upload relevant screenshots, UI images, or slides explaining your project.
👥 Team Details
  • List of all team members
  • Team name (must match registration details)
⚠️ Important Rules
  • The project must be developed during the hackathon.
  • Plagiarism or using pre-built projects will lead to disqualification.
  • Any external APIs, libraries, or datasets used must be clearly mentioned.
  • Submissions after the deadline will not be considered.
🏁 Final Notes
  • Ensure your project is fully functional or has a clear working prototype.
  • Incomplete or unclear submissions may affect evaluation.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

₹ 40,000 in prizes
PS1: Winner
₹ 13,000 in cash
1 winner

Certificates+Goodies

PS1: 2nd Prize
₹ 7,000 in cash
1 winner

Certificates+Goodies

PS2: Winner
₹ 15,000 in cash
1 winner

Certificates+Goodies

PS2: 2nd Prize
₹ 5,000 in cash
1 winner

Certificates+Goodies

Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Sreenath M

Sreenath M

Judging Criteria

  • Innovative

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