HackJNU4.0

# HackJNU 4.0 @ School of Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru University HackJNU 4.0 is the annual flagship hackathon of the School of Engineering, Jawaharlal Nehru University. This 30+hour on-site event brings together skilled student innovators from across India to design and develop technically rigorous solutions to contemporary real-world challenges. In an environment inspired by the ethos of the *Matrix*, where perception meets possibility, participants will immerse themselves in focused creation, systems thinking, and technological problem-solving. **** ## Key Features - 30 hours of continuous development cycle - Open to undergraduate students; teams of up to four members - No registration fee - Themes provided by the organising committee (*not restricted to the above themes only) - Mentorship from industry professionals and academic experts View [our brochure](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oGpgXiYGON3i4OczueZ2LmiedAMq-UzF/view?usp=sharing) for eligibility and other details. ## Team Formation Details - Minimum team size should be 2 and upto 4 members, otherwise you will be disqualified. - The team leader should ensure all members are added before submission via the referral code at the top of the registration page. - All participants should be currently enrolled students in a regular course across any institute in India. **** ## Hackathon Structure **Round 1: Online Idea Submission** Teams must submit a max 8-slide presentation outlining the problem statement, proposed solution, feasibility, and innovation. Shortlisted teams advance to the offline round. **Round 2: Initial Evaluation (Offline)** Teams present preliminary progress and clarity of approach on Day 1. **Round 3: Final Build and Presentation (Offline)** Participants complete their prototype and deliver the final presentation on Day 2. *All work must be developed exclusively during the hackathon duration.* **** ## Judging Criteria Projects will be evaluated based on: - Innovation and novelty - Impact and relevance - Feasibility and practicality - Technical depth - Design and user experience - Clarity and effectiveness of presentation **** ## Code of Conduct HackJNU 4.0 adheres to a strict professional and ethical standard. Plagiarism, harassment, misconduct, or any form of unauthorised technological exploitation will result in immediate disqualification. Participants are expected to maintain a respectful, collaborative, and academically honest environment throughout the event. **** ## Event Details **Dates:** 30–31 January 2026 **Venue:** Convention Centre and Engineering Lecture Complex, JNU **Duration:** 30 hours (9:00 AM on 30 January to 3:00 PM on 31 January)