Frequently Asked Questions

To develop scalable and innovative solutions for unified CCTV integration and smart monitoring.

The hackathon is organized by the Government of Gujarat, Home Department.

Four models as per link

Yes, teams can select any one problem statement as per their interest.

It primarily focuses on both.

Students, professionals, and innovators with relevant skills can participate.

Participation is open to eligible categories as per guidelines..

Both individual and team participation are allowed.

Teams can have up to the specified maximum members as per guidelines.

Yes, cross-institutional teams are permitted.

Registration can be done through the official portal.

No, participation is free of cost.

Basic personal, academic/professional, and team details are required.

Changes may be allowed only before the final submission stage.

The deadline will be specified in the official announcement.

There are four problem statements (M1 to M4).

No, each team can work on only one problem statement.

No, but innovative extensions within scope are encouraged.

Based on their technical expertise and interest area.

Yes, guidance may be provided through sessions or FAQs.

Open-source stacks like React, Python, Node.js, PostgreSQL, etc not limited to it.

Yes, solutions should use open-source technologies.

Yes, AI/ML-based innovations will receive additional weightage.

Sample datasets and simulated APIs will be provided.

Solutions should meet defined metrics like low latency, scalability, and accuracy.

Prototype, documentation, architecture, and demo.

Yes, a functional prototype is required.

Typically includes code, PPT, and demo video.

Updates may be allowed before the final deadline.

Incomplete submissions may be disqualified.

Innovation, scalability, performance, usability, and feasibility.

Yes, innovative approaches will be rewarded.

UI/UX plays a significant role in evaluation.

Yes, real-world applicability is a key factor.

Based on higher scores in innovation and impact.

Yes, compatibility with GSWAN and government cloud is expected.

Yes, solutions should be scalable to state-level requirements.

It is critical for real-world deployment.

Yes, government-compliant cloud solutions should be used.

Secure data handling and role-based access control must be ensured.

Prizes will be announced as per the official notification. as per link

Yes, participation certificates will be provided.

Yes, special recognition may be given

Yes, promising solutions may be considered for implementation.

Opportunities may be provided to top performers.

Yes, sessions may be conducted during the hackathon.

Yes, use of standard libraries is allowed.

Yes , after declared in submission process is completed, advisory support is allowed but core work must be by the team.

Evaluation, results, and possible deployment discussions follow.

Queries can be addressed to the official hackathon support team.