InnoThon: Pitch to Win

Innovation meets opportunity! InnoThon is a dynamic platform for aspiring entrepreneurs to present groundbreaking ideas, impress investors, and turn dreams into reality. Who will pitch their way to success?

Business Idea Criteria:

The idea must be original, innovative, and feasible.

Startups can be at any stage (concept, early-stage, or growth-stage).

Pitch Format:

Each team gets 5 minutes to pitch + 3 minutes Q&A with judges.

A digital PowerPoint (PPT) or PDF presentation is required (must be submitted 24 hours prior).

Judging Criteria:
  • Innovation & Uniqueness – 30%
  • Feasibility & Market Potential – 25%
  • Presentation & Clarity – 20%
  • Financial & Revenue Model – 15%
  • Q&A Handling – 10%
Prohibited Content:

Plagiarism or non-original ideas will lead to immediate disqualification.

Use of AI Tools:

AI-generated content must be declared; over-reliance on AI without originality will affect scores.

Disqualification:

Exceeding time limits, offensive content, or non-submission of presentation files.

Participation & Registration:

Each college/institution can send a maximum of two teams for the competition

Registration Fee:

Rs. 500/- per Team (non-refundable).

Bid Blasters: The IPL Auction Showdown

Get ready to step into the high-stakes world of cricket strategy, finance, and team management! Bid Blasters is an electrifying IPL-style auction competition where participants play the role of franchise owners, strategizing to build their dream team within a budget. Do you have what it takes to outbid, strategize, and create a winning squad?

General Rules:
Eligibility:

Open to teams up to 4 members representing a college/institution

Individual participation is not allowed.

Auction Format:
  • The event follows a simulated IPL auction model, with virtual money allocated to each team.
  • Each team must build a squad with a mix of batters, bowlers, all-rounders, and wicketkeepers.
  • The auctioneer will announce player names, and teams will place bids within a time limit.
Budget & Team Composition:
  • Every team will be allotted a fixed budget (virtual currency) for bidding.
  • Teams must purchase a maximum of 15 players to form a complete squad.
  • Overspending beyond the budget will lead to disqualification.
Player Pool & Categories:
  • Players will be categorized as marquee players, capped players, uncapped players, and wildcard picks.
  • A pre-defined base price will be set for each player.
A pre-defined base price will be set for each player.
  • Bidding will be conducted in rounds, with each player going under the hammer.
  • Teams must raise their paddles within the stipulated time to place a bid.
  • The highest bidder secures the player.
Stages of Competition:
  • Round 1 – The Ultimate Quiz Challenge: Teams will participate in a cricket and sports-based quiz to test their knowledge. The Top 8 performing teams will qualify for the next round, ensuring only the best strategists move forward.
  • Round 2 – The Bidding War Begins: Top 8 Qualified Teams will enter the live auction phase, where they must strategically bid for players within their allocated budget to build a well-balanced squad.
  • Round 3 – Squad Evaluation & Winner Declaration: Judges will assess each team based on their squad composition, financial planning, and strategic choices, ultimately determining the most well-structured and competitive team.
Judging Criteria:
  • Squad Balance & Strategy – 30%
  • Financial Management & Budgeting – 25%
  • Tactical Decision-Making – 20%
  • Overall Squad Strength – 15%
  • Wildcard Player Picks & Justification – 10%
Time Limits & Penalties:
  • Each team gets 30 seconds per bid; failing to bid results in forfeiting that turn.
  • Incomplete teams at the end of the auction will receive a penalty deduction in scores.
Prohibited Actions:

No external assistance, mobile usage, or pre-decided deals during the auction.

Any attempt to manipulate bidding or disrupt the event will lead to disqualification.

Registration Fee:

Rs. 1000/- per Team (non-refundable).