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TECHFEST 2024-25

OAB PULSE

Aditya Birla Group

INTRODUCTION
With the rapid advancement of Generative AI, new avenues are created to enhance everyday
life through intelligent and adaptive technologies. With its ability to simulate human-like
creativity and problem-solving, Generative AI is revolutionising how individuals interact
with tech solutions. The Pulse is an initiative that seeks to tap into such potential is the latest
offering from the Office of Ananya Birla.
On offering is a competition that encourages the creation of application products to be
applied to real-world problems. We seek to encourage users to think creatively about how
technology, particularly Generative AI, can be leveraged to empower individuals in their
daily routines.

PROBLEM STATEMENT

The primary goal of this competition is to identify and nurture ideas which could be
developed into functional tech products. Pulse aims to implement these innovative ideas to
create solutions that benefit society and enhance daily productivity. Participants are invited to
explore how Generative AI can be harnessed to create tools that improve productivity and
support informed decision-making. Whether through personalised assistance, automated task
management, or innovative data interpretation, this competition aims to push the boundaries
of current technological solutions and inspire students to develop pioneering concepts that
can seamlessly integrate into and enhance daily life.
This initiative not only stimulates the exploration of AI-driven solutions but also helps
identify transformative ideas that can be applied to real-world problems, push the boundaries
of current technology, and deliver value to businesses, consumers, or the environment.
Evaluation Parameters Submissions will be judged on the following criteria:

1. Innovation: Originality and creativity of the idea.


2. Potential Impact: The extent to which the idea can benefit individuals and society.
3. Technical Feasibility & Scalability: The practicality of implementing the idea and
its potential to be scaled.
Competition Rules and Format:

● Each team can have a maximum of 5 members. All members must be registered
participants.
○ Round 1: Screening:
■ Teams will submit an initial pitch presentation outlining their concept
and addressing the evaluation criteria. The submission should include a
comprehensive plan of action, logical framework, implementation
details, and the software or platforms intended for use.
■ The submitted presentation should highlight the team's approach and
showcase their understanding of the problem statement.

○ Round 2: Presentation & Working Demonstration:


■ Qualified teams will develop prototypes and demonstrate their
solutions. This round includes mentorship from the OAB team to guide
participants through their project plans.
■ Teams must submit their code in a public GitHub repository. The
judging panel will evaluate the functionality, creativity, code quality,
and overall relevance of the projects.
■ Email submissions with the subject line “Round 2 Submission
[TeamName]” with the GitHub repository link in the email
(pulse@officeofananyabirla.com) and (rishabh@techfest.org)
■ Ensure all project-related files (code, presentation, and video) are in a
single folder in the public GitHub repository.
■ The main branch should have the latest version of the code. No updates
should be made post-deadline to avoid disqualification.
■ Round 2 qualifiers are invited to present at the Techfest, IIT Bombay.
■ Submissions must be directed to the IIT Bombay organising team

·
Registration:

■ Registration needs to be completed by November 15th, 2024.


■ Team name, participants, and contact information must be specified in the submission
email.

Timeline:

● Registration Deadline: November 15th, 2024


● Round 1 (Screening) Submission: November 17th, 2024
● Processing submission & mentorship by OAB November 17th –December 14th
● Round 2 (Working Demonstration) Submission December 14th, 2024
● Announcement of Winners December 17th, 2024

Prizes and Awards:

● 1st Place: INR 1,50,000


● 2nd Place: INR 1,00,000
● 3rd Place: INR 50,000
● Interaction with the Chairperson
● Additionally, candidates who are successful will have the opportunity to present their
projects to OAB's top management and will be considered for a Pre-Placement Offer
(PPO).

TEAM SPECIFICATIONS
● A team may consist of a maximum of 5 members.
● Individual Participation is allowed. However, the participant must mandatorily get a
Team ID. This Team ID will be used for all further communication
● Students from different educational institutes can form a team.

ELIGIBILITY
All students with a valid identity card of their respective educational institutes are eligible to
participate.
GENERAL RULES
1. Every participant must register online on the official Techfest website. A unique Team
ID will be allocated upon registration for future reference.
2. Participants must complete registration and submit their project before the deadlines
specified. Late submissions will not be accepted.
3. The decisions of the organisers and judges will be final and binding. Techfest reserves
the right to verify the identity and accuracy of participant details.
4. Techfest, IIT Bombay, will not be responsible for any late, lost, or misdirected
submissions.
5. All ideas submitted by teams must be original and must not be protected by existing
patents, copyrights, or publications.
6. The latest and most accurate information will be available on the official Techfest
website. Registered participants will be informed via email about any changes.
7. All official communication will be conducted through the Techfest email.

CERTIFICATE POLICY
→ Certificates of Excellence will be provided to the Top 10 teams.
→ E-Certificates of Participation will be awarded to teams scoring above a critical mark (to
be decided later).

Prize Money
The Prize money will be awarded to the top 3 winners via NEFT and will be processed
before April 2025.

The winners have to mail the following information (immediately after the announcement of
the results) to tarun@techfest.org.

Subject: PULSE, team id - your position (example PULSE, PULSEI-1234567 – 1st


position)

Body of the email:

1. Account Holder’s Name


2. Account Number
3. Bank Name and Branch Name
4. IFSC Code
5. Photograph of Passbook as Proof

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