Frequently asked questions
Taking part
Who can take part?
It depends on the event, and each event page lists who can join. The Hackathon is open to students from other colleges too.
When and where is DigiWeek?
From 27 to 30 October 2026 at J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad. The schedule shows which event is on which day, with times and venues as they are announced. The Hackathon is on Thursday 29 October at Krishna Bhawan: check-in at 8:00 AM, kickoff at 9:00 AM.
Is there a registration fee?
No. Registration is free for every event.
Will I get a certificate?
Yes. Every event gives participants a certificate.
When does registration close?
Hackathon registration closes on Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:59 PM IST, on HackBriven. For every other event, you can register any time before it starts.
Can I take part in more than one event?
Yes. Register for each event separately. Some events share a day, so check the schedule for timings once they are announced.
Registering
How do I register?
Tech Talk, BGMI and GenAI Tails each have a form on their page (start from the events page). Hackathon teams register on HackBriven, where the team leader registers the whole team. Mystery Maze teams register on the Mystery Maze site, where the captain signs in with Google and adds the team.
How do I know my registration went through?
On the Tech Talk, BGMI and GenAI Tails forms, the form changes to “You are registered” (or “Your team is registered”) and shows your Reference ID. Save that ID; the organisers will email you with the next steps.
I made a mistake in my registration. What now?
Write to the organisers from the contact page and include your Reference ID.
At the event
Cypher, the Hackathon: how does it work?
Teams of 2 to 4 people, including the leader, and teammates can be from different colleges. Each person can be in only one team, and students from other colleges must bring their college ID card. There is a ₹18,000 cash prize pool, plus partner benefits worth ₹10 Lakh+. The themes and everything else are on the Hackathon page. More Hackathon questions.
What does a Mystery Maze team need?
A team of 2 to 4 J.C. Bose University students. It is played on your phone, so bring a charged phone with internet, with location and camera allowed for the site. More on the Mystery Maze page.
How do BGMI squads work?
Squads of 4, plus an optional substitute, and Player 1 is the captain. There are two rounds: Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 October.
Is GenAI Tails a team event?
No, it is an individual entry. See the GenAI Tails page.
Who do I ask about anything else?
Everything you need is on the contact page.