AlgoClash – The Ultimate Showdown | IIT Bhilai
Greetings, Codeforces community! We’re thrilled to invite you to AlgoClash, presented by Ingenuity — the coding club of IIT Bhilai — in collaboration with Meraz 6.0, the annual techno-cultural fest of IIT Bhilai.
About Ingenuity
Ingenuity is the hub for passionate coders and problem-solvers at IIT Bhilai. We are a collaborative community that thrives on tackling challenging puzzles, honing our programming skills, and competing together at the highest levels.
About AlgoClash
AlgoClash is a two-stage competitive programming event designed to test your algorithmic thinking, speed, and precision.
Round 1 – Online Contest
- Date: 9th November 2025
- Platform: Codeforces
- Difficulty: Div. 3 Level
- Entry Fee: Free for all participants
- Details: Standard Codeforces-style contest. Test your skills and earn a place among the Top 16 finalists for the Grand Finale.
Round 2 – Lockout Grand Finale (Offline)
- Venue: IIT Bhilai Campus, Bhilai, District Durg, Chhattisgarh – 491002
- Date: 15th November 2025
- Format: Head-to-head Lockout Tournament
- Top 16 Finalists:
- 8 participants from IIT Bhilai
- 8 based on overall performance in Round 1
- Contestants will face off in an intense coding duel where speed, accuracy, and strategy define the champion.
Rules & Guidelines
- Free to Enter: Open to all students.
- Individual Event: Solo participation only.
- No AI Assistance: Use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) is strictly prohibited.
- Languages: Any language supported by Codeforces.
- Round 1 Ranking: Based on the number of problems solved; ties are broken by standard Codeforces penalty time.
- Round 2 Format: Single-elimination Lockout duels.
- Note: An event access pass is required for the offline round.
- Additional Info: All further updates and announcements will be shared in the official WhatsApp group once you register.
Official Rulebook: Click here to view
Prize Pool – ₹15,000
| Position | Prize | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Place (Champion) | ₹7,000 | Winner of Lockout Grand Finale |
| 2nd Place (Runner-up) | ₹5,500 | Finalist securing second place |
| 3rd Place | ₹2,500 | Semifinalist with higher aggregate performance |
All decisions regarding evaluations, judgments, and winner selection rest solely with the organizing club and host institute.
Registration
You can register through either of the following:
- Google Form: Click here to Register
- QR Code: Available in the event poster below.
Contact
For queries or assistance:
- Krrish: +91 82877 78772
- Harsh: +91 84002 81102
Join Us for AlgoClash!
Unleash your algorithmic prowess, test your speed, and claim your place among the coding elite.
AlgoClash — Where Logic Meets Lightning Speed.
