Paranox 2.O Hackathon – Full Details, Eligibility, Deadlines, Rewards & Application Process

Paranox Contest 2.O, organized by TechXNinjas, is a national-level innovation challenge for students to showcase creativity, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial ideas. The competition is designed to help students take their concepts from idea to prototype and pitch them before industry leaders.

If you’re passionate about technology, problem-solving, or building impactful solutions, this is your chance to shine.

What is Paranox Contest 2.O?

Paranox 2.O is the second edition of TechXNinjas’ innovation challenge. Students form teams, brainstorm innovative ideas, and compete across multiple stages. The best projects advance to the Grand Finale, where teams pitch their prototypes to an expert jury.

This year, the contest comes with bigger rewards, internship opportunities, career growth perks, and mentorship.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students in India.
• Age requirement: 17–25 years.
• Teams must have 3–5 members.
• Cross-college and cross-specialization teams are allowed.
• No previous hackathon experience is required.

Important Dates & Deadlines

• Registrations Open: 20th August 2025
• Registration Deadline: 28th September 2025 (till 11:59 PM IST)
• Idea Submission Phase: 14th September – 30th September 2025 (11:59 PM IST)
• Grand Finale (Offline, Delhi-NCR): 25th October 2025 (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM IST)

How to Apply

1. Visit the official contest page: https://unstop.com/hackathons/paranox-contest-2o-techxninjas-1543855
2. Click Register Now.
3. Form a team of 3–5 members.
4. Fill in basic details (name, college, email, contact).
5. Submit your registration before 28th September 2025 (5:00 PM IST).

Once registered, you’ll receive official PPT guidelines for submission.

Contest Rounds & Stages

1. Registration & Orientation (20 Aug – 28 Sep)

Teams register on the official platform and attend introductory sessions.

2. Idea Submission (14 Sep – 30 Sep)

• Submit a PPT or PDF of your project idea.
• Include innovation, feasibility, team roles, and problem-solving approach.
• Submissions will be judged on clarity, innovation, and real-world impact.

3. Grand Finale (25 Oct – Offline)

• Top 25 teams will pitch their prototypes live in Delhi-NCR.
• Each team gets 5–7 minutes to present followed by a Q&A session.
• Jury members, founders, and mentors will evaluate the solutions.

PPT Submission Details

• Platform: Submissions via Unstop
• Must include:
  • Unique AI + idea based on Problem Statement (500–1000 words)
  • A working prototype or MVP demo
  • Tools/technologies you plan to use
  • Team details and skill sets
  • Chosen track/domain
  • (Optional): 2–3 minute video walkthrough

Note: Official PPT format will be shared with registered teams.

Selection Process & Evaluation Criteria

• Innovation & Uniqueness – 25%
• Feasibility – 20%
• Impact – 20%
• Prototype Quality – 15%
• Clarity & Relevance – 10%
• Team Strength – 10%

Note: Submissions must be original, plagiarism-free, and not AI-generated.

Rewards & Prizes

The prize pool is worth ₹16,00,000+, including cash rewards, merchandise, certificates, and career opportunities.

• Winner (Team) – ₹15,000 + Certificate + Merchandise + Internship/Job Opportunities
• First Runner-Up – ₹10,000 + Certificate + Merchandise + Internship/Job Opportunities
• Second Runner-Up – ₹5,000 + Certificate + Merchandise + Internship/Job Opportunities
• Best All-Girls Team – ₹5,000 + Certificate + Merchandise + Internship/Job Opportunities
• Best UI/UX Design Team – ₹2,500 + Certificate + Goodies
• Pitch Excellence Award – ₹2,500 + Certificate + Goodies
• Top 25 Finalists – Certificate of Excellence + Featured on TechXNinjas website & LinkedIn
• All Participants – Certificate of Participation + Access to TechXNinjas learning groups

Why Participate?

• FREE main-event pass for shortlisted teams
• Build a production-ready prototype of your idea
• Receive mentorship from industry experts
• Compete for ₹1,00,000+ in prizes
• Networking opportunities with peers, innovators, and potential collaborators
• Access to AI-powered career tools: Resume builder, interview prep, career coach

Contact Information

• Aadil Latif – iaadillatif@techxninjas.com | +91 91229 85472
• Chirag Antil – chiragantil2021@gmail.com | +91 74049 72825