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\ud83d\udccc About the Event<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

HACKOWASP 8.0<\/strong> is the elite flagship hackathon, the official technical fest of the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET). Organized by the OWASP Thapar Student Chapter,<\/strong> this event is a 36 hour high intensity marathon designed for developers, designers, and cybersecurity enthusiasts. As the centerpiece of Helix, it pushes participants to build functional, impactful solutions in domains ranging from Blockchain to Web3. Unique to this hackathon is the “CTF Unleashed” finale a dynamic Capture The Flag competition that kicks off immediately after the hacking ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2139\ufe0f Event Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Category:<\/strong> Flagship 36 Hour Hackathon & CTF<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Organizer:<\/strong> Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Fest:<\/strong> Helix – The Official Technical Fest of Thapar Institute<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Eligibility:<\/strong> Open to students, developers, and tech enthusiasts nationwide<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Effort Level:<\/strong> Extremely High (36 Hour Continuous Build + Post Hack CTF)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Tracks:<\/strong> Cybersecurity, Web Development, Blockchain, and Emerging Technologies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udcc5 Important Dates<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Registration Live:<\/strong> 2nd April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Registration<\/strong> Deadline:<\/strong> 16th April <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hackathon Start:<\/strong> 18th April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Hackathon End:<\/strong> 19th April 2026<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • CTF Unleashed:<\/strong> 19th April 2026 <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mode:<\/strong> Offline (On site Development)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Venue:<\/strong> Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala, Punjab<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83c\udfc6 Prize Details and Value<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Recognition:<\/strong> Official awards for Top 3 teams and specific track winners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • CTF Prizes:<\/strong> Separate rewards for the top performers in the “CTF Unleashed” segment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Certificates:<\/strong> Industry recognized certificates from OWASP and TIET.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Additional Perks:<\/strong> Access to continuous mentoring sessions with expert developers and security researchers throughout the 36 hours.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        \ud83d\ude80 Hackathon Journey (The 7 Phases)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        1. Registrations Open:<\/strong> Portal is live for team formation and application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        2. Registrations Close:<\/strong> Final deadline for all applications and profiles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        3. Shortlisting:<\/strong> Teams are vetted based on technical criteria; official confirmations sent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        4. Commencement:<\/strong> The 36 hour clock begins. Non stop coding and problem solving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        5. Evaluation:<\/strong> Formal presentations to an expert panel focusing on technical depth and real-world utility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        6. Closing Ceremony:<\/strong> Results announced and awards distributed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        7. CTF Unleashed:<\/strong> A dedicated cybersecurity challenge starting at 6 PM on the final evening.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n
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          \ud83c\udfaf What You Will Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Innovate:<\/strong> Tackle real world challenges in cybersecurity and decentralization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Collaborate:<\/strong> Work in a high pressure, team based environment to build a working MVP (Minimum Viable Product).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Defend & Attack:<\/strong> Transition from building a product to solving security puzzles in the post hack CTF.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Network:<\/strong> Engage with the OWASP community and industry mentors for technical guidance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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