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About the Competition

Ideathon gathers multidisciplinary thinkers to solve authentic engineering and societal challenges. Themes are revealed on the spot. Teams brainstorm, refine their solutions with visiting mentors, and defend their pitch before the jury.

Competition Format

On-the-spot problem reveal, brainstorming session, mentor shortlisting, and final jury presentation.

Event Flow & Schedule

10:00 AM

Reporting: Teams report to Aeronautical Seminar Hall (Room 303) for attendance and seating.

10:30 AM

Problem Statement Reveal: Official problem statements and themes are revealed on the spot.

10:30 AM - 01:00 PM

Brainstorming & Solution Design: Teams collaborate to develop an innovative solution or business model.

01:00 PM Onwards

Mentor Round: Mentors/judges review raw concepts and shortlist the most promising teams.

Final Presentation

Final Jury Pitch: Shortlisted teams deliver a formal 5-7 minute presentation + Q&A to the core panel.

Official Evaluation Rubric

100

Rules & Regulations

Work & Development: All brainstorming must be done at the venue. Teams can use their laptops and internet for research, but the core idea must be developed on the spot. Plagiarism leads to disqualification.

Mentor Round Guidelines: Teams should be prepared to quickly explain their approach, target audience, and feasibility. The mentor's shortlist decision is final.

Final Presentation & Evaluation: Shortlisted teams will have limited time (5-7 minutes) to present, followed by Q&A. Evaluated on innovation, practical feasibility, impact, and clarity.

Participant Expectations & Conduct

01Report by 10:00 AM in Room 303 for seating and theme briefing.

02Formulate a complete technical or business solution on the spot.

03Pitch the concept during the 01:00 PM mentor filtering round.

04Deliver a compelling 5-7 minute final pitch if shortlisted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we use laptops and mobile internet for research?

Yes, teams may use laptops and the internet for background research, but the core concept and presentation deck must be developed on the spot at the venue.