Hello Codeforces!
AlgoUtsav is back with its 2026 edition! Hosted by the Algorithmic and Programming Society (APS) at NIT Rourkela, this year promises tougher problems, sharper competition, and a more thrilling contest atmosphere. Prepare yourself for a challenging experience where quick thinking and teamwork make all the difference.
Contest Format
1.Preliminary Round (Online)
- Date: Wednesday, 16 December 2026, 14:00 IST
- Duration: 3 hours
- Platform: Codeforces
Final Round (Onsite at NIT Rourkela)
Dates: 10th & 11th January
The onsite round will consist of two independent contests:
Day 1: ICPC-style Team Contest
Day 2: Individual Contest among the top performers
Eligibility
The online preliminary round is open to all participants.
Only undergraduate students studying in Indian institutes will be considered for prizes.
Rules & Guidelines
Each team must consist of 2–3 members from the same college.
Participants must have valid Codeforces accounts.
A team should be properly created on Codeforces before registering.
A participant may represent only one team.
Fair play is essential:
No multiple registrations.
No sharing of solutions during the contest.
AI-generated or AI-assisted solutions are strictly prohibited.
Final round structure:
Day 1: Team contest
Day 2: Individual contest
Important Links
Website: www.algoutsav.com
Registration: https://unstop.com/p/algoutsav-2026-nit-rourkela-1600696
WhatsApp Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CWSSQsaQ4R56i095LfAZS5
Teams must register through the official registration link to be eligible for prizes. Participants may join the WhatsApp community to stay updated with announcements and discussions.
Prizes
Prizes worth 2 Lakhs INR Recognition, certificates, and glory await the top performers!
Problem Authors
s_jaskaran_s, ninjamayank, yellowflash_, Sambit27, code_sd_red_2.O, and me.
Acknowledgements
A big thanks to the following people for extensive testing, reviews, and valuable feedback:
s_jaskaran_s, abhaumik24, anj20, AZATHOTH, Suman_Dalai, Debaprasad, srdjr000, jets_psd, Ashu06dash, Anwesh_16, shadan122
Special appreciation to MikeMirzayanov for providing the powerful Codeforces and Polygon platforms that make contests like this possible.
See You at AlgoUtsav 2026!
Gear up for two intense rounds of problem solving and strategy. The stage is set — gather your team, practice hard, and get ready for an exciting contest season!
