Rules and Regulations

            ▪ Eligibility: Open to undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma students from engineering or related fields. Each team must consist of exactly two participants and both participant should perform equally. Solo entries are not allowed.

            ▪ Topic Selection: The topic must be technical and innovative, preferably aligned with the fest theme (e.g., AI, IoT, Renewable Energy, Cybersecurity, etc.). Papers must be original, well-researched, and free from plagiarism.

            ▪ Abstract Submission: Abstract should not exceed 300 words and must be submitted in advance.

            ▪ Full Paper Format: The full paper should follow IEEE/APA format as specified by the organizers. Use Times New Roman font, size 12 pt, 1.5 line spacing, with 1-inch margins on all sides.

            ▪ File Format: Submit the paper in either PDF or DOCX format.

            ▪ Submission Deadline: All abstracts and papers must be submitted by the given deadline. Late submissions will not be considered.

            ▪ Presentation Time: Each team is allotted 10–15 minutes for presentation and 2–5 minutes for Q&A. The total duration must not exceed 20 minutes.

            ▪ Presentation Medium: Presentations must be in PowerPoint (PPTX) or PDF format. Bring a copy in a pen drive and have an email backup.

            ▪ Slide Limit and Content: Presentations should have 10–12 slides (excluding title and thank you). Include: Introduction, Problem Statement, Methodology, Results, Conclusion, and References.

            ▪ Language: All presentations must be delivered in English with clear articulation and a professional tone.

            ▪ Disqualification Criteria: Teams will be disqualified for plagiarism, exceeding time limits, presenting offensive/inappropriate content, or misbehaving with judges or other teams.

            ▪ Certificates and Prizes: Participation certificates will be awarded to all participants. Winners will receive certificates and cash prizes (as announced).

            ▪ Final Decision: The decision of the judges will be final and binding.

    • General Guidelines

            ▪ This is a team event, with 1–3 members per team based on the format.

            ▪ Each team will be assigned to speak “For” or “Against” the topic.

            ▪ Topics may be given on the spot or prior to the event, depending on the format.

            ▪ A 5-minute preparation time will be provided if the topic is given on the spot.

            ▪ The debate may consist of three rounds:

        ◦ Opening Speech – Each team presents their views  individually.

        ◦ Cross-Questioning – Teams ask and answer questions.

        ◦ Conclusion – Final arguments and summarization.

    • Speaking Rules

            ▪ Each participant will be allowed 3–5 minutes for their speech.

            ▪ Rebuttal and cross-questioning are part of the format.

            ▪ Reading directly from a script is discouraged. Short note prompts are allowed.

            ▪ Use of offensive, disrespectful, or political content is strictly prohibited.

            ▪ Plagiarism or use of external help during the debate is not allowed.

            ▪ Only one person speaks at a time. Interruption of opponents is not allowed except during the cross-questioning round.

    • Judging Criteria

Judges will evaluate participants based on the following:

            ▪ Content – Relevance, facts, and logic of the argument.

            ▪ Clarity – Clear and structured delivery of ideas.

            ▪ Argument Strength – Strength of reasoning and counterpoints.

            ▪ Confidence – Body language and presence.

            ▪ Delivery – Fluency, tone, and overall presentation.

            ▪ Cross-questioning – Ability to answer and raise valid questions

    • Evaluation Format

Each team will be individually evaluated by the judges and scored on:

Criteria Description

  Content Logical and factual support for arguments

Clarity       Organized, coherent flow of thoughts

Argument Strength Ability to defend and rebut effectively

Confidence Stage presence and handling of pressure

Cross-Questioning Quality of questioning and answering skills

Delivery Voice modulation, pace, and expression

    • Certificates & Prizes

    • Winners will receive certificates and attractive prizes.

    • Participation certificates may be given to all valid entries.

    • Code of Conduct

    • Misconduct, rule violations, or disrespect towards judges, opponents, or the audience may lead to immediate disqualification.

    • The decision of the judges is final and binding.

            ▪ Participation: Each participant must report to their assigned workstation on time.

            ▪ Allowed Tools: Only tools and components provided or approved by the organizers may be used. Swapping or borrowing components from others is strictly prohibited.

            ▪ Workspace Discipline: Participants must keep their workspace clean and organized. No food, drinks, or unsafe behavior are allowed near the workstation.

            ▪ Time Limit: Participants will have a total of [10 minutes] to complete the task. Time warnings will be announced midway and before the end.

            ▪ Judging Criteria: Evaluation will be based on:

        ◦ Correct and complete assembly

        ◦ Proper handling of components

        ◦ Neat cable management

        ◦ Time efficiency

        ◦ Overall discipline and safety

            ▪ Prohibited Actions: Any attempt to tamper with other setups, damage hardware, use unapproved tools/software, or violate safety rules will result in immediate disqualification.

            ▪ Assistance Policy: Event staff will provide basic clarification only. No hands-on help will be given unless there is a safety concern.

            ▪ Conduct and Instructions: Participants must follow all instructions given by the event staff and coordinators. Misconduct or failure to follow rules can lead to disqualification at the discretion of the organizers.

    • This is an individual event (solo participation only).

    • Participants must report on time to the assigned workstation.

    • Time limit for the event will be specified (e.g., 1 hour).

    • Drawing problem or concept will be given on the spot.

    • Participants must use AutoCAD software only (version will be specified).

    • Use of internet, mobile phones, or external files is not allowed.

    • All work must be done during the competition time only.

    • Pre-saved templates or blocks are not allowed unless provided by organizers.

    • Judging will be based on accuracy, speed, dimensions, presentation, and following drawing standards.

    • Participants must save and submit their file in the required format (e.g., .dwg or .pdf).

    • Any form of cheating, copying, or help from others will lead to disqualification.

    • Participants must follow all safety and software usage instructions.

    • The decision of the judges will be final.

    • Winners will receive certificates and prizes.

    • Participation certificates may be given to all valid entries.

            ▪ Each must report to the venue 15 minutes before the event start time. Latecomers beyond5 minutes after the start may be disqualified.

            ▪ The competition will be conducted on lab computers provided by the organizers. Personal laptops, USB drives, or any external devices are not allowed.

            ▪ The typing passage will be given at the start of the competition. No participant is allowed to preview, share, or copy the content in any form before or after the event.

            ▪ Participants are not allowed to access the internet, use spelling/grammar tools, autocorrect features, or open any applications other than the one specified for typing (e.g., Notepad, MS Word with tools disabled, or a typing test software).

            ▪ The total time for the competition will be 10 minutes. A warning will be given 1 minute before the time ends. Typing must stop immediately when time is called.

            ▪ Evaluation will be based on:

o Typing speed (words per minute)

o Accuracy (spelling, punctuation, and formatting errors)

o Neatness and structure, if formatting is part of the criteria

            ▪ Any copy-pasting, use of shortcuts, external help, or violation of software restrictions will lead to immediate disqualification.

            ▪ Participants must maintain silence in the lab and must not disturb others. Misconduct or any technical tampering with the system may result in expulsion.

            ▪ Results announced by judges will be final, and no complaints, reviews, or appeals will be entertained after submission.

        ◦ Photographs must be original works taken by the participant.

        ◦ Submissions should follow the theme specified by the organizers.

        ◦ Editing is allowed but should be limited to basic adjustments (e.g., brightness, contrast, cropping). Heavy manipulation or composite images are not permitted unless specified.

        ◦ Each participant can submit a maximum of 5 photos.

        ◦ Photos must be submitted in the required format (e.g., JPEG) and resolution as specified by the organizers.

        ◦ No copyrighted materials, logos, or watermarks are allowed on the submitted photographs.

        ◦ Photographs must not contain offensive, explicit, or inappropriate content.

        ◦ Judging criteria will include creativity, composition, relevance to theme, technical quality, and impact.

        ◦ The decision of the judges and organizers is final and binding.

        ◦ By participating, contestants agree to grant the organizers rights to use submitted photos for promotional purposes with due credit.

                • Team Size: 1–4 members per team.

            ▪ Fresh Code Only: All coding must be done during the event. No old or pre-written projects.

            ▪ Time Limit: All development must be completed within the hackathon duration

            ▪ Judging Criteria:

    • Innovation & Creativity

    • Technical Implementation

    • Functionality

    • User Experience (UI/UX)

    • Presentation/Demo Quality

            ▪ Demo: Working prototype/demo is mandatory during the final presentation.

            ▪ Disqualification: Plagiarism, offensive behavior, or rule violations will not be tolerated.

            ▪ Decision of Judges: Final and binding.

            ▪ Participation is in solo. 

            ▪ Reel duration should be maximum 1 minute. 

            ▪ Content must be original and created by the participant(s).

            ▪ The theme or topic will be given on the spot

            ▪ Reels can be in any language, but offensive or inappropriate content is strictly prohibited. 

            ▪ Background music, effects, and filters are allowed, but should be royalty-free or properly credited. 

            ▪ Content should not include political, religious, or controversial topics.

            ▪ Reels must be submitted in MP4 format or uploaded to a specified platform (e.g., Instagram, Google Drive). 

            ▪ If uploaded on Instagram, the account must be public and event hashtag & tag must be used (e.g., #TechFestLumeira2025). 

            ▪ Late submissions will not be accepted. 

            ▪ Judging will be based on creativity, originality, theme relevance, editing, and engagement impact.

            ▪ Use of AI-generated or plagiarized content will lead to disqualification. 

            ▪ The decision of judges will be final and binding. 

            ▪ Winners will receive certificates and prizes.

            ▪ Participation certificates may be given to all valid entries.