Idea Ignite

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Hackathon Timeline

Registration starts

19 September 2024

09:30 AM IST

Registration ends

28 September 2024

11:59 PM IST

Hackathon starts

02 October 2024

09:30 AM IST

Hackathon ends

02 October 2024

01:30 PM IST

Talks and other events

REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION

🚀 How It Works:
Round 1: Registration & Idea Submission
Register on Devfolio and submit a brief overview of your idea (max 500 words). Your idea can be from any domain—technology, healthcare, energy, agriculture, education—but it must ultimately contribute to sustainability. Whether it’s reducing carbon emissions, promoting renewable energy, or tackling social equity, your idea should aim to make the world more sustainable.

🌟 Why Participate?
Opportunity to present your idea to experts in sustainability and innovation.
Receive valuable feedback and mentorship.
Win exciting prizes and help drive sustainable change.
Deadline for Registration: 28th September 2024

16 September 2024

09:30 AM IST

ANNOUNCING SELECTIONS

ANNOUNCING SELECTIONS

Shortlisting:
Our panel of sustainability experts will evaluate all submissions, looking for ideas that are innovative, feasible, and have the potential for real-world impact. Shortlisted candidates will advance to Round 2.

📝 Submission Guidelines:
Idea overview (max 500 words)
Clearly define the sustainability challenge your idea addresses.
Focus on problem statement, solution, and its potential impact on sustainability.
Mention any existing prototypes or plans for implementation, if applicable.
🎯 Eligibility:
Open to all students, innovators, and professionals passionate about sustainability.
Teams of up to a minimum of 2-4 members are welcome to participate.

30 September 2024

07:00 PM IST

IDEA PITCHING

IDEA PITCHING

Round 2: Detailed Pitch & Mentorship Opportunity
Selected participants will move on to Round 2, where they’ll present a more detailed pitch in front of a panel of judges. This is your chance to dive deeper into your vision, explain your strategy, and demonstrate how your idea can scale to drive sustainability on a larger level.

What You’ll Get:
Mentorship: All shortlisted candidates will receive mentorship from experienced professionals who will help refine your idea, improve your pitch, and guide you on how to turn it into a viable solution.
Support for Idea Grants: We’ll assist you in securing Idea Grants and potential funding opportunities through the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Center (IEDC).
Path to Product Development: Our goal is to help you take your idea to the next level. With the right support and guidance, we aim to transform your idea into a product ready for the market.
This round isn’t just about presenting your idea—it’s about getting the resources and mentorship you need to bring it to life.

02 October 2024

09:30 AM IST