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ABOUT HACKATHON

WHO CAN
PARTICIPATE?

Welcome to the Lorem Ipsum Innovation Hackathon, an exhilarating platform designed to foster innovation and creativity in the domain of advanced technology and futuristic solutions. Organized by the National Center for Applied Research and supported by Hack2skill, this hackathon invites undergraduate students, graduate/postgraduate students, and PhD researchers to collaborate and solve critical challenges.

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

Undergraduate
Students

Graduate/ Postgraduate
Students

PhD Students/
Research Scholars

Note: Working Professionals are not eligible to participate in the hackathon.

WHAT IS THE HACKATHON?

The Lorem Ipsum Innovation Hackathon is a flagship event crafted to uncover pioneering ideas in science, technology, and system design. As technological advancements accelerate globally, this initiative aims to bridge academic knowledge with practical implementation.

Participants will work on challenge statements designed by leading R&D units, applying theoretical expertise to build innovative prototypes and solutions with potential real-world application.

Submission Closing In:

16d 12h 42m 31s

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Mentorship from Experts

Gain invaluable insights and guidance from experienced technologists and domain experts.

Networking

Connect with peers, professionals, and innovation leaders from across the nation.

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Internship Opportunities

Stand a chance to secure internships at top institutions and innovation labs.

Real-World Impact

Contribute to meaningful challenges that aim to improve lives and systems at scale.

HOW TO PARTICIPATE?

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Register
for Hackathon

Sign up now to participate in the hackathon.

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Form
your Teams

Collaborate with like-minded individuals to form teams.

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Choose
a Challenge

Select from the list of challenges provided.

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Innovate
and Develop

Work on your solutions, supported by resources and mentorship.

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Submit
Your Solution

Present your innovative ideas for evaluation.

CHALLENGES

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Develop an AI-driven solution to dynamically control traffic signals based on live camera feeds and vehicle density.

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Create a web or mobile application that integrates wearable data to provide health insights and medication reminders.

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Build an NLP-based tool to scan long legal contracts and output simplified summaries with key clauses and deadlines.

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Design a predictive model using remote sensing data and live hydrology feeds to forecast and alert flood risks in urban zones.

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Create a decentralized platform that allows institutions to issue and verify digital certificates securely.

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Design a prototype that enables prospective students to explore university campuses remotely with immersive visuals.

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Build a machine-learning system that classifies waste into biodegradable, recyclable, and hazardous categories using a live camera feed.

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Develop a communication app that uses peer-to-peer protocols or SMS fallback to function in areas with limited internet.

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Build an AI-driven app that uses computer vision to translate ISL gestures into text and speech in multiple Indian languages.

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Design a conversational assistant trained to provide mental health first aid and connect users to professionals during crises.

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Build a pipeline that processes aerial imagery to detect crop diseases and recommend corrective actions.

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Create a mobile assistant that helps visually impaired users navigate unfamiliar environments using spatial audio cues.

HACKATHON SCHEDULE

Registrations and Idea Submission Open

Thu, Jul 04, 2025

Introductory and Problem Statement Explainer Session

Thu, Jul 08, 2025

Mentor-Mentee Connects - Begins

Thu, Jul 08, 2025

Mentor-Mentee Connects - Ends

Tue, Jul 16, 2025

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

Mentorship from Experts

Work under the guidance of domain professionals and technology mentors.

Recognition and Internship Opportunities

Outstanding performers may receive offers for internships or collaboration opportunities.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTION

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Who can participate in the hackathon?
Undergraduate, Graduate/Postgraduate, and PhD students currently enrolled in an Indian institution.
02
What should be the ideal team size?
Each team must consist of 3 to 4 members, possibly from different colleges/universities.
03
What is the cost of participating?
Participation is entirely free. No registration or submission fee is required.
04
Can a recent graduate participate?
Only current students from the 2024–25 academic year are eligible.
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