1. MASTER CLASS WORKSHOP

Capture The Flag (CTF) cybersecurity challenge event an interactive competition where participants solve puzzles and challenges related to cryptography, web exploitation, forensics, reverse engineering, and OSINT to discover hidden flags and earn points. The event is designed for students of all experience levels and features a balanced mix of beginner-friendly, intermediate, and tricky challenges that encourage logical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork. No prior CTF experience is required just curiosity and a willingness to explore and learn.

Technical Quiz – Event Description:-

The Technical Quiz Competition is an interactive and knowledge-based event organized for college students to test their Technical knowledge, logical thinking, analytical ability, and problem-solving skills. The event is designed to create a competitive learning environment where participants can showcase their understanding of technology, programming, computer science fundamentals, emerging trends, and innovation.

The quiz consists of multiple rounds including screening, rapid fire, Technical challenge, and an ultimate individual round that tests both teamwork and individual performance. In the final round, one member from each qualified team will represent the entire team, and their performance will determine the winning team.

The event aims to encourage students to enhance their Technical awareness, improve confidence, strengthen teamwork, and develop quick decision-making abilities through a fun and engaging competitive platform.

Each team must consist of 2 to 3 members

This event will be conducted on the bases of 2 rounds

Round 1 – Sitemap & Wireframe: Participants must create a sitemap and low-fidelity wireframe based on the given problem statement within the allotted time.

Round 2 – UI/UX Design: UI/UX design with proper colors, typography, layout, and user-friendly design elements.

Stages and Timelines
25 Jun 26, 12:01 AM IST --> 20 Jul 26, 11:59 PM IST
Round -1 : Registration & Idea Submission
Round 1 focuses on identifying innovative and feasible AI-driven solutions for smart city challenges.
Participants are required to submit a project presentation explaining their idea, proposed solution, Technical approach, and expected impact.
This round is completely free of cost and serves as the initial screening phase of the hackathon.
SmartAIthon Round -1 PPT Template
https://shorturl.at/RQlnX
SmartAIthon Round -1 PPT Submission Form
https://bit.ly/smartaithon-1

01 Aug 26, 12:01 AM IST--> 06 Aug 26, 11:59 PM IST
Round-1 : Shortlist Announcement
Shortlisted teams will receive Shortlist Announcement mail

01 Aug 26, 12:01 AM IST --> 15 Aug 26, 11:59 PM IST
Round -2 : Prototype Submission
Shortlisted teams from Round 1 must develop and submit a working prototype or MVP based on their proposed idea.

15 Aug 26, 12:01 AM IST--> 21 Aug 26, 11:59 PM IST
Round - 2 : Shortlist Announcement
Shortlisted teams will receive Shortlist Announcement mail

23 Aug 26, 10:00 AM IST--> 23 Aug 26, 06:59 PM IST
Round 3 – Final Presentation
Shortlisted teams will present their working prototype and solution before the judging panel through an online final presentation and live demo session.

25 Aug 26, 09:00 AM IST --> 25 Aug 26, 09:01 AM IST
Final Results & Winners Announcement
Top teams will be awarded exciting prizes and certificates.

Protospark 2026 features a series of innovation-driven Technical events designed to showcase engineering talent and practical problem-solving skills. Key events include:

Project and Prototype Presentation