1. Eligibility
• Open to students, developers, and innovators
• Participants can join individually or in teams

2. Team Size
• Minimum: 1 member
• Maximum: 3 members per team

3. Original Work
• All projects must be original and developed during the hackathon
• Use of pre-built templates/tools is allowed, but the core logic must be your own
• Plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification

4. Code of Conduct
• Maintain respectful and professional behavior
• Any form of misconduct or unfair practices will result in disqualification

5. Use of Technology
• Participants are encouraged to use AI tools, APIs, and open-source resources
• Clearly mention all tools and technologies used

6. Submission Rules
• Submit all required materials before the deadline
• Late submissions will not be accepted

7. Judging Criteria
• Innovation & creativity
• Technical implementation
• Real-world impact
• Presentation & clarity

8. Mentorship & Support
• Mentors will guide participants but will not build the project for them

9. Final Round (Offline)
• Only shortlisted teams will be invited for the offline finale
• Teams must be present physically to present their projects

10. Organizer Rights
• The organizing team reserves the right to modify rules if required
• Decisions by judges and organizers will be final