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How to Apply for Open Loop
How to apply
Open Loop accepts applications online through the official portal before the Closed (20 Apr 2026) deadline. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
Submissions are evaluated in two stages:
- Preliminary Round (Screening): Teams submit their initial ideas or proposals. Evaluation criteria include technical feasibility, innovation, impact, and presentation quality.
- Final Round (24-hour Offline Hackathon): Shortlisted teams participate in an on-site hackathon where problem statements are provided at the start. Teams must develop a working prototype and present it to a jury. Judging is based on the quality of the prototype, innovation, and overall solution.