Open Loop

By Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology

Up to ₹30,000

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A national-level offline hackathon for Indian undergraduate students to build tech solutions, with a cash prize pool of ₹30,000 and additional rewards.

Funding amount: Up to ₹30,000
Funding type: Competition
Provider: Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology
Location: Open to startups registered in India

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Yenepoya School of Engineering and Technology

Mangalore · Karnataka · India

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About this competition

Open Loop is a national-level hackathon organised by Yenepoya School of Engineering & Technology (YenTech).

This competition is designed to foster innovation, collaboration, and practical problem-solving among India's brightest undergraduate students. Participants will engage in a competitive environment to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges, gaining hands-on experience and industry exposure. Who Should Apply This hackathon is exclusively for undergraduate (UG) students across India. Teams of 2 to 4 members are eligible, and inter-college as well as inter-specialization teams are encouraged to participate. Format & Timeline The competition is held offline and features a two-stage format. The Preliminary Round serves as a screening phase, where submissions are evaluated based on technical feasibility, innovation, impact, and presentation quality. Successful teams advance to the Final Round, an intensive 24-hour on-site hackathon. Problem statements will be provided at the start of this round, challenging teams to develop a working prototype for final presentation to a panel of judges. Prizes Open Loop offers a total cash prize pool of ₹30,000, along with exciting rewards, goodies, and participation certificates. The top three teams will receive: 1st Place: ₹15,000 + Goodies & Swags 2nd Place: ₹10,000 + Goodies & Swags 3rd Place: ₹5,000 + Goodies & Swags Additionally, all participants in the offline round will receive perks and goodies worth over ₹70,000, along with valuable networking opportunities. Eligibility Open to all undergraduate students enrolled in colleges across India. Teams must consist of 2 to 4 members. All tools and technologies are permitted, with AI usage allowed if properly documented and justified. A strict plagiarism policy is enforced. How to Apply Registration for Open Loop closes on April 20, 2026. Interested teams can register via the official Unstop platform.

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