Know the format
Rules & Regulations
Two rounds, two different asks. Review both stages and submission requirements.
Round 1 — Pre-Qualification
21 Oct 2026 – 25 Oct 2026 (Completed · Closed)
The first screening stage. Teams got multiple problem statements and chose one to develop and submit a proposed solution for.
Requirements
- Team size: 2–4 members. No solo participation.
- Choose one problem statement provided by the organizers.
- Submit a solution presentation covering the problem, solution, innovation, technical approach, implementation, and impact — submitted on Unstop.
- Include complete team and team leader details.
Evaluated on
Results
The pre-qualification round is completed and PPT submissions are closed. We will be announcing the qualified teams on 27 October — stay tuned! Teams that qualify move straight into the Grand Finale, where they'll pick a theme and build a working prototype from scratch.
Key Rules
Teams must follow all announced deadlines and submission requirements.
The final project must comply with hackathon guidelines and represent the team's own original work.
Plagiarism, unauthorized copying, fraudulent submissions, impersonation, and interference with another team's work are prohibited.
Rule violations may result in penalties or disqualification.
The decision of the judging panel and Organizing Committee is final.
This page summarizes the official rules from the AfterHours 1.0 Unstop listing. Please also make sure you've joined the official WhatsApp communication channel after registering, so you don't miss updates or deadline reminders.