Applications are invited for the HACK IITK 2024 Cybersecurity Hackathon. The last date for the application is January 9, 2025.
About IITK
Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, was established in 1959 and is regarded as one of the premier institutions created by the Government of India. The Institute aims to provide meaningful education, conduct original research at the highest standards, and foster technological innovation.
About Hackathon
Hack IITK is the premier cybersecurity hackathon organized by C3iHub, conceived by IIT Kanpur professors, with the goal of promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among students to create robust, innovative solutions for real-world cybersecurity issues.
The hackathon will feature:
- Participants including cybersecurity enthusiasts, students, aspiring entrepreneurs, and professionals.
- A panel of industry and academic leaders serving as judges.
Why to Involve in HACK IITK?
- It establishes a standard for excellence as a highly competitive international hackathon.
- Winners receive cash prizes, cloud credits, and the opportunity for startup incubation.
- Participants gain access to exclusive webinars with leading academics and industry experts in cybersecurity, along with the chance to visit IIT Kanpur.
Eligibility Criteria
- UG/PG College students.
- Fresh graduate professionals within 2 years of graduation.
- Aspiring Start-ups.
Domains
Solution Tracks
- IT Security
- Web3 Security
- Cyber Crime
Startup Track
- IT Security
- Web3 Security
- Cyber Crime Investigation
- Mobile Security
- Security of AI/ML
- Automotive Security
- Privileged Access Management
Hackathon Timeline
| Event | Dates |
| Registration: Team Leader to Sign Up, Register, and Invite Team Members | 10 Dec 2024 – 9 Jan 2025 |
| Qualifying Round 1 Coding Online Mode ~2 Hours | 11 Jan 2025 – 12 Jan 2025 |
| Qualifying Round 2 Coding Online Mode ~2 Hours | 18 Jan 2025 – 19 Jan 2025 |
| Challenge Round 1: Problem Solving IT Security/ Web3 Security/Cyber Crime Online Mode~48 hours | 25 Jan 2025 – 26 Jan 2025 |
| Challenge Round 2: Problem-Solving IT Security/ Web3 Security/Cyber Crime Online Mode ~48 hours | 1 Feb 2025 – 2 Feb 2025 |
| Grand Finale: Final Round and Results Venue: IIT Kanpur | 15 Feb 2025 – 16 Feb 2025 |
How to Apply?
Interested and eligible candidates can directly apply here!
Register here for the startup track.
Deadline
The last date for the application is January 9, 2025.
