About the Program

Tech Habba 2025 is a vibrant annual tech fest that celebrates innovation, creativity, and technological excellence. The event provides a platform for students to showcase their technical skills through competitions, workshops, exhibitions, and project demonstrations. It fosters collaboration, problem-solving, and entrepreneurial thinking, inspiring participants to explore cutting-edge technologies and shape the future of innovation.

Objectives of the Program

  • Foster Innovation and Creativity - Provide a platform for students to transform innovative ideas into tangible technological solutions
  • Promote Collaborative Learning - Encourage cross-disciplinary teamwork bringing together students from diverse academic backgrounds and skill levels
  • Bridge Academia-Industry Gap - Connect students with industry mentors and professionals to gain real-world insights and guidance
  • Develop Technical Skills - Enhance participants' coding, design, and problem-solving abilities through hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies
  • Address Real-World Challenges - Focus on creating solutions for pressing issues in AI, sustainability, fintech, healthcare, and emerging technology sectors

Expected Outcomes of the Program

  • Enhanced institutional reputation through premium industry partnerships
  • Increased student engagement with cutting-edge technology
  • Networking opportunities leading to internships and job placements
  • Knowledge transfer from top-tier industry experts to academic community
  • Establishment of annual tech week tradition with industry recognition

Target Audience: Inter and Intra-College Students

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Technical & Gaming Events

  • Category: Technical Workshop
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: A hands-on session led by experts on emerging technologies like AI, Cloud, and DevOps. You'll get practical exposure and a certificate of participation.
  • Rules:
    • Individual registration only.
    • Participants must bring their own laptops.

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  • Category: Technical
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: An event where teams use AI to build a real-world product from an idea. The event ends with a 3-minute product pitch to judges, with the top 5 teams advancing to a Grand Finale.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: Exactly 3 members.
    • Participants must bring their own laptops.
    • Any AI model or tool is permifled.
    • A final report is required, including tools used, GitHub repo, and deployed link.
  • Prizes:
    • 1st Place: ₹5,000
    • 2nd Place: ₹2,000
    • 3rd Place: ₹1,000

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  • Category: Technical
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: A timed competition where participants solve algorithmic and logical problems. Your speed, accuracy, and problem-solving skills will be tested on a live leaderboard.
  • Rules:
    • Participation:Individual only.
    • All participants will begin with an equal, fixed number of starting points.
    • A participant is eliminated from the competition if their point total drops to zero or below.
    • Every code submission must be accompanied by a 'Confidence Wager'. A correct submission rewards you with the problem's value plus your wager. An incorrect submission results in the loss of your wagered points.
    • The competition ends when only one participant remains, or when the 2-hour time limit expires. If multiple participants remain, the one with the highest point total wins.

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  • Category: Technical (Cybersecurity)
  • Schedule: Day 1
  • About: A cybersecurity competition where you find hidden "flags" in systems. It’s a hands-on challenge involving ethical hacking, cryptography, and network security.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: 1–3 members
    • Bring your own laptop with tools pre-installed.
    • The team that captures the most valid flags wins.
    • Sharing flags is not allowed.

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  • Category: Technical
  • Schedule: Starts Day 2, Ends Day 3
  • About: The flagship 24-hour coding marathon to build a working prototype from an idea. Mentors will be available for guidance.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: 1–4 members
    • This is a 24-hour on-site event.
    • Bring your own laptops and accessories.
    • A final project report with GitHub repo and a demo is required.

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  • Category: Technical
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: A design challenge focused on precision and creativity using CAD software. Participants will create 2D/3D models based on provided specifications
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: Individual participation only.
    • Bring your own laptop with licensed or educational CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
    • Evaluation is based on creativity, accuracy, and presentation.
  • Category: Technical
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: A hands-on event for designing, analyzing, and troubleshooting electronic circuits. Challenges will be based on real-world applications.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: 1–3 members
    • Bring your own kits or laptops if needed. Some components will be provided.
    • AI-assisted simulation tools are allowed.
    • Evaluation is based on design efficiency, innovation, and accuracy.
  • Category: Technical / Business
  • About: This guide outlines the complete plan for creating a 10-slide investor pitch deck and delivering a compelling 3-minute live pitch. Evaluation will focus on your Go-to-Market strategy, Financials, Innovation, Impact, and Q&A Handling.
  • Rules:
    • Team Preparation (3–5 Members): Ensure your team has a diverse mix of skills (technical, business, design)
    • Choose a Product Idea: Select an innovative, commercially viable idea that solves a real problem.
    • Build the 10-Slide Investor Pitch Deck:
    • Slide 1: Title Slide - Project Name, Team Name, Tagline.
    • Slide 2: Problem Statement - Define the problem clearly.
    • Slide 3: Solution Overview - Explain your product/service.
    • Slide 4: Market Opportunity - Define target users and market size.
    • Slide 5: Go-To-Market Strategy - Detail customer acquisition plans.
    • Slide 6: Business Model - Explain your revenue model.
    • Slide 7: Financial Viability - Projections, costs, and funding needs.
    • Slide 8: Innovation & Differentiation - Highlight unique features.
    • Slide 9: Impact Potential - Describe social/economic benefits.
    • Slide 10: Ask + Closing - State funding needs and close strongly.

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Non-Technical & Gaming Events

  • Category: Gaming (Non-Technical)
  • About: Enter the baflleground and fight for survival in the classic Erangel map! Compete in intense matches where strategy, teamwork, and skill decide who becomes the last squad standing.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: Maximum 4 players
    • Attendance: Minimum 3 players must be present physically; 1 can play online.
    • Format: Baflle Royale format only
    • Equipment: Players must use their own mobile devices.

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  • Category: Gaming (Non-Technical)
  • About: Assemble your squad of agents and dive into tactical 5v5 baflles! Compete in thrilling matches that test coordination, reflexes, and strategy.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: Maximum 5 players
    • Attendance: At least 3 players must be present physically; 2 may play online.
    • Equipment: Teams must bring their own equipment (laptop/PC, keyboard, mouse, headset).

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  • Category: Gaming (Non-Technical)
  • About: Step onto the virtual pitch and showcase your football finesse! Experience the thrill of one-on-one matches.
  • Rules:
    • Format: Solo competition (1v1).
    • Attendance: Physical aflendance is compulsory.
    • Controllers: Bring your own or use the limited ones available.

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  • Category: Non-Technical
  • About: Unleash your inner detective and race against time! Follow a trail of hidden clues, solve riddles, and collaborate with your team to uncover the ultimate treasure.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: 4 members (from the same institution).
    • Entry Limit: Only one team per institution is allowed.
    • Restrictions: Use of mobile phones or internet is strictly prohibited unless permifled.

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  • Category: Non-Technical
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: A design challenge focused on precision and creativity. Participants will construct a model bridge from provided materials based on specifications, which will then be tested for its load-bearing capacity.
  • Rules:
    • Team Size: 2-4 members.
    • All materials will be provided on-site. Using external materials is prohibited.
    • Evaluation is based on creativity, design efficiency, and the weight the bridge can with stand
  • Category: Gaming (Non-Technical)
  • Schedule: Day 2
  • About: The Chess Tournament brings together chess lovers for a baflle of wits as a sub-event of Hackathon 2025
  • Event Detail:
    • Date: November 13, 2025
    • Eligibility: Open to all participants of the tech fest.
  • Tournament Format:
    • Matches will follow FIDE (World Chess Federation) Rules.
    • The format will be Knockout or Swiss, depending on the number of participants.
  • Time Control:
    • Rapid: 5 minutes + 3 seconds increment. The final time control will be announced before each round.
  • Basic Rules:
    • Touch-Move Rule applies.
    • Two illegal moves result in the loss of the game.
    • No external help or devices are allowed.
    • Arriving more than 5 minutes late will result in forfeiture.
    • The arbiter’s or organizer’s decision is final.
  • Awards & Recognition:
    • Champion
    • Runner-up
    • Special Mentions / Best Game Award

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About the Acharya

Founded in 1990, Acharya is a premier institution dedicated to transforming education. With 15,000+ students and 100+ academic programs, it stands among the global education elite. Located in Bangalore, India’s tech hub, the 120-acre campus features a centralized library, cufling-edge labs, academic studios, and a 10,000+ seating stadium. Acharya promotes experiential learning and sustainability, with a diverse student body from 75+ countries. The eco-friendly campus incorporates afforestation, rainwater harvesting, a 4-acre artificial lake, water treatment, and alternative energy sources, fostering a culture of innovation and environmental responsibility.

About the BIG O

The Big O is Acharya’s Tech Club, established in 2023 with just a handful of members. Since then, it has grown into a thriving community of over 200 passionate students. Commifled to continuous learning and collaboration, we regularly host hackathons, workshops, and interactive sessions to help members strengthen their technical skills, explore emerging technologies, and build their professional networks.

  • 700+ Registrations and growing, aimed to reach 2k+
  • Presently a community of 200+ Active Members
  • Presented Teams in National and State Hackathons
  • 30k+ Social Engagement

Committee Members

  • Shri B M Reddy, President, JMJ Education Society.
  • Shri B. Premnath Reddy, Chairman, Acharya Institutes.
  • Smt. Shalini Reddy, Executive Director, Acharya Institutes.
  • Shri Krishna Basani Reddy, Managing Director, Acharya Institutes.
  • Dr. C K Marigowda, Principal – Acharya Institute of Technology
  • Dr. Rajeswari, Dean Academics – Acharya Institute of Technology
  • Prof. Tejas K, Assistant Director of Student Activities, Acharya Institutes.
  • Prof. Sheela Maharajpet, Co-Curricular Event Coordinator, Acharya Institutes.
  • Prof. Sheela Maharajpet, Co-Curricular Event Coordinator, Acharya Institutes