Unleash the power of innovation in the icy depths of HackVerse, where the Arctic meets technology

Join us at HackVerse, a platform that celebrates the power of enthusiastic minds to ideate innovative solutions for complex issues across India. It all started with a vision to bring together like-minded hackers to our alma mater in NITK Surathkal, and we're thrilled to be the pioneers of this unique initiative.

Be a part of an experience that celebrates innovation and provides developers with the opportunity to showcase their potential to the fullest. Get inspired by industry leaders through engaging keynotes and workshops.

₹ 2,50,000+

in prizes to be won

1st

₹ 75,000

Winner

2nd

₹ 50,000

Runner Up

3rd

₹ 40,000

Second Runner Up

Polygon

Best hack built on Ethereum + Polygon: $200

Best hack built on Ethereum: $150

Filecoin

Best use of Filecoin and/or IPFS: $250

Replit

$50 to winning project of the hackathon (must be deployed on Replit)

Solana

Rising teknoking: $250 for the best project that goes into depth, demonstrating higher-order code

Young gun: $100 for the best project beginners just starting out on Solana

Master glasseater: $500 for the best advanced project that is almost ready for full-time development.

Digital Ocean

Winners: $900

Runner Ups: $650

Second Runner Up: $450

Zolve

Application of Generative AI: GAN, Transformers, other LLMs etc in Banking and Finance Applications

eSamudaay

ONDC: Empowering Startups to Revolutionize E-commerce UX in Rural India

Revolutionizing E-commerce UX: Addressing the Lack of Innovation and Access in Rural India.

Top 3 buyer Apps (and SDKs) win cash prizes & seed funding to launch on ONDC with eSamudaay.com support.

Track Prizes Worth ₹ 75,000 and more available.

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Traversing the Arctic: Discover Our Tracks

HackVerse 4.0 brings to you 6 tracks, each one unique in its own way. The time has come to roll up your sleeves and brainstorm on solutions to problems we face and enhance our daily experience of life.

Environment

Treasure the Tundra

We might have numerous plans, but we have just one planet. Think responsibly and create an impact with your environmentality!

Track Prize: ₹ 15,000

Edutech

Frost-Ed Tech

Knowledge Education is the movement from darkness to light. Use your ideas to make an impact on the rapidly growing edu-tech industry.

Track Prize: ₹ 15,000

Blockchain

Blockchain Blizzard

Work with the not so new kid on the block, the fascinating blockchain technology!

Track Prize: ₹ 15,000

Healthcare

Polar Pulse

Utilize your skills to revolutionize the healthcare sector. Be a life-saver!

Track Prize: ₹ 15,000

Intelligence

Arctic Automata

Data is the oil of the modern world. Try your hand at the vast world of data science and show us what you got.

Track Prize: ₹ 15,000

Open Innovation

Igloos of Innovation

A plethora of opportunities, a plethora of possibilities, provide a solution to any problem!

Arctic Timeline

15th April

Hackathon Starts

16th April

Hackathon Ends

08:30 AM

Participants Check-In

LHC C

09:00 AM

Opening Ceremony

LHC C

Introduction by MC followed by NITK anthem
Shlok Bhosale & Meetali Srivastava, Student Organizers, Hackverse 4.0
Welcome Address & HackVerse Report
Achintya Kumar, Lead Organizer, Hackverse 4.0
About Hackverse
Suryansh Goyal, Lead Organizer, Hackverse 4.0
Inaugral Address
Prof, SM Kulkarni, Director in-charge, NITK
Inaugral Address by Chief Guest
Presidential Address
Prof. Narendranath S, Dean of Student Welfare, NITK
Vote of Thanks
Achintya Kumar, Lead Organizer, Hackverse 4.0

11:00 AM
(45 Mins)

Introduction to ONDC for developers (Open Network for Digital Commerce )

LHC C

Anup Pai

11:45 AM
(10 Mins)

Introduction to Zolve

LHC C

12:00 PM

Coding Begins

CIDS

03:00 PM

Talk: Impact of AI and creativity challenges next generation developers face

LHC A

Rakesh Ravuri

05:00 PM

Networking Session

CIDS

Rakesh Ravuri

06:00 PM

Devfolio Talk: What makes a winning hackathon project?

LHC A

Aniket Raj, Denver D'souza and Anish Dhaman

07:00 PM

Talk: How to build on Solana 101

Online

Ujjwal Gupta

11:00 PM
(1 Hour)

Midnight Evaluation

CIDS

12:00 PM

Coding Ends, Judging Begins

CIDS

01:00 PM

Live Exhibition

CIDS

04:30 PM

Announcement of Top 10 Teams

CIDS

05:00 PM

Live Judging of Top 10 Teams

CIDS

6:00 PM

Closing Ceremony

LHC C

Introduction by MC
Shlok Bhosale & Meetali Srivastava, Student Organizers, Hackverse 4.0
Welcome Address
Rajveer Singh, Lead Organizer, Hackverse 4.0
HackVerse 4.0 Report
Rajveer Singh, Lead Organizer, Hackverse 4.0
Introduction to Judges
Judges Experience
Company Prizes by respective companies
Track Prizes announcements
Main Prize announcement
Presidential Address
Vote of Thanks
Achintya Kumar, Lead Organiser, HackVerse 4.0

07:30 PM

Music Night, hosted by eSamudaay

Pavillion

Find Your Answers, Even in a Frozen World:
Explore Our Arctic FAQs

Hackverse 4.0 is an offline event.

Only Current Students (both Indian and International) are allowed to apply.

No. Registrations are completely free of cost.

We are looking for innovative people who can build crazy, unique solutions to real-world problems. Tell us why you want to be a part of HackVerse, any accomplishments you are proud of, and anything else which could strengthen your application.

No, Hackverse is a team event. Student teams need a minimum of two members but a maximum of three. However, you can submit the application alone and form teams after selection with other selected participants.

Bring your student ID, laptop, and chargers. A pillow and sleeping bag may be helpful as well. Lots of enthusiasm is a must. Please leave anything illegal at home.

The hackathon will instantly increase your knowledge and skill level and serve as a platform to socialize with the tech community. Cash prizes and other perks are in store for the winners and cool swag for all participants. For more details, stay tuned to our website ;)

Of course you can! Creativity is independent of your technical skills. You can learn the tools and technologies anytime.

No. In the interest of fairness, we don't allow students to work on projects before HackVerse begins. However, you can familiarize yourself with the tools and technologies beforehand.

Yes, absolutely! Accommodation and food will be provided in the college, i.e., NITK itself. We'll make sure you don't go back on an empty stomach.

No, we will not be reimbursing your travel.

The hackathon will be held within the premises of NITK campus.

Please join our Telegram Channel: @hackverse , and ask your question. One of the organizers will get in touch with you.