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FORGE 1.0 — Buildathon

Organized by Society of Electrical Engineers and Developers (SEED) at Dr. B. R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar (144008)

• Event date: February 15, 2026 9:00 AM (GMT+5:30) → 7:00 PM
• Time: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Venue: Central Seminar Hall (CSH)
• Event type: Technical Hackathon (Product Buildathon format)
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Please read before the event.

This guide provides a clear baseline for tools, setup, and learning resources so your build time is spent on execution, not installation and onboarding.

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Join the official WhatsApp group (Participant Doubts + Announcements)

Join WhatsApp Group

• Use this for doubts, updates, and connecting with other participants.
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Brochure (quick overview)

View brochure (PDF)

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Rulebook (Official)

Read the complete rules and submission requirements here: Open Rulebook

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Want to know more about FORGE 1.0?

Visit: FORGE 1.0 event details

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Hackathon Introduction

FORGE 1.0 is a hands-on buildathon designed to simulate real-world startup problem solving through practical system development. Teams work like founding engineers and build functional solutions to operational challenges.

The event emphasizes execution over presentations. Each submission must demonstrate a working system that applies backend logic and meaningful automation, with clear outcomes.

What to Expect

• The challenge
• Format and constraints
• Submission requirements (Due: 2:15 PM sharp)
• Submission method

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All submissions will be technically screened.

Only the Top 10 finalists will be showcased. Finalists will be judged anonymously.

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Submission deadlines are strict. Late or incomplete submissions may not be evaluated.

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