Softcom '26 Hackathon

ACM GIKI Softcom '26 HackathonParticipants Must Choose One of The Following Themes:THEME ONEHackathon Theme – Fintech & Digital Wealth TrackThemeIdentify a real-world problem within the financial sector and build an innovative digital solution thatcan evolve into a startup or company, providing solutions for personal or business finance, economicempowerment, and expense management, with measurable impact.1. Identify the Financial ProblemChoose one or more real problems in finance that individuals, businesses, or communities facetoday.The following are only examples to guide you.. Personal finance management (budgeting, savings, investments) Access to banking, loans, or credit for underbanked populations Digital payments and transaction challenges Financial literacy and wealth-building guidance Accounting, cash-flow, or payment tracking for small businesses Risk management, fraud prevention, or transparency in finance Administrative or operational inefficiencies in financial servicesRequirements: Develop a novel or improved solution with the potential to become a startup orscalable product. The problem should be under-addressed, overlooked, or inefficiently solved.Key Expectations: If similar solutions already exist, clearly identify what they lack and propose improvements that addreal valueTechnologyParticipants are free to select any technology to develop their solution. Examples include:1. Web-based application2. Mobile application (iOS / Android)3. Desktop application4. Natural Language Processing (e.g., intelligent financial advisors, automated reporting)5. Computer Vision (e.g., invoice scanning, document verification)6. Machine Learning / Deep Learning (e.g., risk analysis, predictive financial modeling)7. Agentic AI (autonomous financial assistants)8. DevOps / CI-CD pipelines (for scalable fintech platforms)9. Blockchain (e.g., payments, smart contracts, secure records)10. Data analytics & insights (e.g., spending trends, market analysis)11. Automation tools (e.g., accounting, payroll, workflow automation)Deliverables Video (1–2 minutes) explaining your solution, and itspotential impact Brief document highlighting technical details and implementation strategy GitHub repository link containing your code, files, and supporting materials Deployment (optional but a plus): If possible, deploy your solution on a web server,cloud platform, or mobile store to demonstrate real-world usabilityTHEME TWOHackathon Theme – Education TrackTheme“Identify a real-world problem within the education sector and build an innovative digitalsolution that can evolve into an education-focused startup or company, improving learningsystems, accessibility, and educational outcomes with measurable impact.”Identify the Educational ProblemChoose one or more real problems in education that people face today.The following are only examples to help you think… Schools, colleges, or universities Teaching or learning methods Exams, assessments, or student performance Access to education in rural or underserved areas Skill development or career preparation Administrative or management issues in educational institutionsRequirements:Develop a novel or improved solution with the potential to become a startup or scalable product. The problem should be under-addressed, overlooked, or inefficiently solved. It should exist within real educational settings (schools, universities, coaching centers,online learning platforms).Key Expectations: If similar solutions already exist, clearly identify what they lack and propose improvements that addreal valueTechnology:Participants are free to select any technology to develop their solution. The following areexamples for reference1. Web-based application2. Mobile application (iOS / Android)3. Desktop application4. Natural Language Processing (e.g., intelligent tutoring, grading support)5. Computer Vision (e.g., exam evaluation, attendance, behavior analysis)6. Machine Learning / Deep Learning7. Agentic AI (autonomous learning or assistance systems)8. DevOps / CI-CD pipelines (for scalable education platforms)9. Blockchain (certificates, credentials, academic records)10. Data analytics & insights (learning analytics, performance trends)11. Automation tools (academic workflows, admin tasks)DeliverablesVideo (1–2 minutes) explaining your solution, and itspotential impact Brief document highlighting technical details and implementation strategy GitHub repository link containing your code, files, and any supporting materials Deployment (optional but a plus): If possible, deploy your solution on a web server,cloud platform, or mobile store to demonstrate its real-world usabilityWe wish you all the best! Showcase your skills, creativity, and teamwork to make Softcom '26Hackathon a memorable experience.