Submission Deadline: April 26, 2026 by 3:00 PM

All projects must be submitted before the deadline to be eligible for judging.

Project and Submission Requirements

Participants should develop a solution that addresses a real-world problem aligned with the Social Good × Commercially Viable theme. Projects should:

  • Solve a meaningful social issue (health, education, sustainability, accessibility, etc.)
  • Demonstrate real-world impact and potential for scalability
  • Include a functional prototype (web, mobile, software, etc.)
  • Consider usability, feasibility, and market potential
Judging Criteria (100 Points Total)
  • Creativity & Technical Execution (40 points)
    How original is the idea and how well is it built?
    Does the project function properly with minimal bugs?
    Demonstrates strong technical effort and completeness
  • Impact (30 points)
    How meaningful is the problem being solved?
    Does the solution create real value or benefit for users or communities?
  • Commercial Viability (30 points)
    Could this realistically become a product or business?
    Is there a clear target market or potential for revenue?