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CITTIC presents
MAKE-A-TON
Cochin University of Science and Technology
A 24 hour open hackathon, for university students to embrace the spirit of innovation!

About

Make-a-Ton, presented by CITTIC, invites innovative solutions to tackle issues faced by the world today. This 24 hour open hackathon provides a platform for university students to pitch their ideas in front of an eminent panel of judges. Projects and ideas can be presented even if they lack a full fledged business plan, as Make-a-Ton focusses on bringing out passionate innovators. Solutions can be provided to problems that fall under four different categories. Grand prizes await the winners!

The Centre for Innovation, Technology Transfer and Industrial Collaboration (CITTIC),the technology business incubator of Cusat, has nurtured several young startups and has supported the growth of technology in the student community. CITTIC was set up on the campus with central and state government funding to provide a vibrant, innovative and entrepreneurial environment for faculty and students to run university-linked startup companies.


Whats up for grabs?

Prizes and Goodies
Opportunity to take home prizes and swags worth 2Lac.
Incubation Opportunities
Connect with people in the industry while you build your product to grab incubation offers.
Get Mentored
We've invited experts from the industry to help you build better.
Holistic Experience
Meet students from all over India and be exposed to a wide range of ideas.

Schedule

21 September events calendar
8:30am
Registration Starts and Breakfast
9:30am
Registration Ends
10:15am
Intro to the Event
11:00am
Team Formation
12:00pm
Hackathon Begins
1:00pm
Lunch
2:00pm
1st Milestone Check
4:30pm
Snacks
6:00pm
2nd Milestone Check
8:00pm
Dinner
9:00pm
Judging Pitch Workshop
11:00pm
3rd Milestone check
22 September events calendar
8:30am
Breakfast
10:00am
Pitch review
12:30pm
Submission ends
1:00pm
Lunch
2:30pm
Judging begins
6:00pm
Results Announced
Here's a sneak peek to Make-a-Ton 2.0!
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this hackathon only for CUSAT students?

No. There are 4 categories in this event and only one is exclusively for CUSAT students. The rest of the event is open to all.

What is the theme of the hackathon?

Makeaton is an open hackathon, unlike other hackathons we don't stress too much on the marketing side of things. We believe in creating technology that can positively impact the world.

Is registration free?

Yes, registration is free of charge. In order to ensure participation we will be charging Rs 400 which would be refunded at the end of the event. Incase you don't show up the amount will be forfeited.

How does selection work?

Once you fill up and submit the typeform, your entries will be reviewed by a panel which will focus on having a diverse pool of contestants.

When will prizes and other details be announced?

Currently the prize pool stands at 2 Lakhs. More details regarding the schedule, sponsors, main prizes and other category awards will be informed in a mail to the selected candidates by Sept 1st.

Will food be provided?

Yes, 5 meals and snacks will be provided for 2 days free of cost.

Will I get certificates?

Yes, printed and digital certificates will be provided to all participants on completion.

Will I get any travel reimbursements?

If you are travelling inter-state, please get in touch with the organisers.

Is it a team event?

It is a team event but registration should be done individually. Team formation can happen at the venue. A team shall contain a max of 5 and min of 3 participants.

Can I come alone?

Yes, you can come alone and you can form a team at the venue.

Where is the venue?

The venue is inside CUSAT, Kalamassery. Feel free to contact the organisers for any queries.

Are premade products allowed?

No, we all start coding at the same time. It’s cool to work on designs beforehand, digital mockups, open source frameworks, and anything else available to everyone, but keep things within fair limits.

I'm a newbie, is there any point in registering?

Hackathons are a great way to learn about new technology and make new friends. We want a diverse audience and beginners are welcome.

I don't know how to code, is this event for me?

Designers, marketers and all sorts of skills are required for a successful company. We believe there is something for everyone.

Contact us


Siddharth Shivkumar

7012742097

siddharth@makeaton.org

sidshiv.co


Farha Salim

9895404430

farha@makeaton.org


Akul Santhosh

7012094615

akul@makeaton.org

akuls.com
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