Ideathon 3.0 is a two-stage ideathon organised by Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal. Participants are challenged to envision humanity's future around a rotating Kerr black hole, designing scientifically grounded solutions for interstellar travel, infrastructure development, system stabilization, and large-scale energy extraction using the Penrose Process.
Who Should Apply
Open to students, professionals, and space enthusiasts. Teams of 1 to 4 members are allowed, including inter-college and inter-specialization teams. One member must be designated as the Team Leader.
Format & Timeline
The competition has two stages:
- Round 1 (Online): Submit a technical proposal in PDF format (max 30 pages, solution overview up to 2000 words) via Unstop by 17 August 2026.
- Round 2 (Offline): Shortlisted teams present their solutions in person at MANIT, Bhopal on 22 August 2026.
Shortlisted teams will be announced on 18 August 2026.
Prizes
- Winner: ₹5,000 cash prize & exciting goodies
- First Runner Up: ₹3,000 cash prize & exciting goodies
- Second Runner Up: ₹2,000 cash prize & exciting goodies
Eligibility
Open to students, professionals, and space enthusiasts. Teams of 1–4 members. Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are allowed. One member must be designated as the Team Leader.
How to Apply
Register and submit your proposal via Unstop before 17 August 2026. Refer to the official Rulebook and Problem Statement for detailed formatting guidelines and evaluation criteria.
