Compete for prizes, solve real-world problems from top companies, or pitch your startup idea.

About Us

The organizers behind the event.

RV Educational Institutions, managed by the Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST) founded in 1940 by Sri M. C. Sivaananda Sarma, is one of India’s most prestigious education groups with 20 institutions and 20,000+ students. In 2019, RSST established RV Institute of Technology and Management (RVITM), Bengaluru, to set new standards in technical education. With 1100 students in Computer Science, ECE, ISE, Mechanical, and MCA, RVITM combines ICT-enabled curriculum, modern infrastructure, and industry-aligned learning. Supported by expert faculty and experiential teaching, it prepares students to become innovative leaders in a technology-driven world.

Event Details

Everything you need to know.

HackerRing

Hackathon Tracks

Open Innovation

Bring your own ideas to life and compete for a prize pool of ₹60,000.

Company Problem Statements

Solve real-world challenges from our partner companies. This track competes for the ₹60,000 prize pool and offers opportunities for internships or hiring.

Rules & Regulations

Development work may begin only after the official start time; violations lead to disqualification.

The first line of code must be written on or after September 27, 2025, at 10:30 A.M.

Pre-event preparations like brainstorming and wireframing are allowed and encouraged.

Participants may use any software development tools, engines, IDEs, or programming languages.

Only code developed during the hackathon will be considered; publicly available APIs and SDKs may be used.

For Round 1 (Online), participants must submit their chosen problem statement and proposed solution in a PDF format.

For the Round 1 online presentation, there is no fixed PPT format. Teams are free to design and present in a way that best showcases their idea, ensuring it covers the problem, solution, tech stack, and a demo within 5 minutes.

Judging Criteria

WoW Factor
Originality
Innovation
Functionality
Scope
Scalability
Presentation
Deployment Readiness
UI/UX

Deadlines

Last Day to Register (Round 1): Registrations Closed

Round 1 (Online): 20th September 2025

Round 2 (On-Campus): 27th - 28th September 2025

Notification: Teams qualifying from Round 1 will be formally notified.

General Instructions

Entry permitted only with a valid college ID card.

Team shall comprise of 2-4 members.

Accommodations include sleeping rooms (separate for boys and girls), a locker room, meals, drinks, and snacks.

Teams must register at the desk before the event begins.

Leaving the venue is not allowed until the hackathon is over.

Damage to property will result in fines.

Wi-Fi and charging points provided. Carry your own laptops, chargers, and extension cords.

Keep your work area clean.

A harassment-free environment will be maintained.

The decision of the judges will be final and binding.

Registration fees are non-refundable.

Have a web3 wallet (e.g., Metamask) installed. It will be used to assign your NFT certificate.

Event Schedule

Plan your day. Don't miss a thing.

  • 27th Sep · 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

    Check-in & Registration

  • 27th Sep · 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Opening Ceremony & Keynote

  • 27th Sep · 10:30 AM

    Hacking Begins

  • 27th Sep · 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

    Lunch Break

  • 27th Sep · 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    Snack Break

  • 27th Sep · 8:30 PM - 9:30 PM

    Dinner Break

  • 28th Sep · 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Breakfast Boost

  • 28th Sep · 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Final Judging Round

  • 28th Sep · 12:00 PM

    Valedictory & Awards Ceremony

Company Problem Statements

Solve real-world challenges from our sponsors.

  • AI-Powered Communication & Call Center Automation
  • Intelligent Document Processing & Data Validation
  • AI Content Generation & Automation Suite
  • Rule-Based Decision Engine & Workflow Automation
  • AI-Native Collaborative Workspace & Whiteboarding
  • Analytics, Monitoring & Continuous Optimization Platform
  • Interactive AI Stock Chart
  • User Preference-Based Response Customization

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Registrations Closed

Thank you for your interest. Registrations for Hacker-Ring & Startup Summit 2025 are now closed.

Hacker-Ring Hackathon
For teams of 2-4 members ready to build and innovate for 24 hours straight.

₹ 599per team

Startup Summit
For solo founders or duos to pitch their groundbreaking startup ideas. Now with a preliminary online round!

₹ 150per registration

Our Sponsors

We are grateful for the support of our sponsors.

Kroolo Labs logo

Kroolo Labs

SBI Bank RBI Layout Branch logo

SBI Bank RBI Layout Branch

CEDAT logo

CEDAT

RVITM logo

RVITM

0x.day logo

0x.day

Big Air Labs logo

Big Air Labs

Become a Sponsor

Join us in fostering innovation and supporting the next generation of builders.

Why Sponsor Us?

Brand Visibility

Reach over 500+ students from top-tier institutions and tech communities.

Talent Spotting

Identify and connect with top young tech talent for potential recruitment.

Social Impact

Support solutions that address real-world problems and community development.

Campus Engagement

Build a strong presence in one of the leading engineering colleges.

Sponsorship Benefits

  • Branding on all platforms
  • Keynote slot
  • Premium booth
  • Full visibility
  • Co-branded collaterals
  • Panel participation
  • Logo visibility
  • Goodies & swag distribution

Custom partnerships are also available, based on mutual ideas (tech credits, APIs, tools, workshops, etc.).