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.









Are those who are out of college eligible to participate and win prize money?
Can I also register for this contest which I am interested in ?
The Question is that I'm currently not in College (or above college) , basically in High school . So that leaves me wondering :
"Am I a trusted participant for this contest" (from trusted meant allowed btw and sorry for bad English)
Kindly clarify . Thanks ! :D
Yes, You can register for the contest. First Round is online at codeforces but for the second round you must participate offline at IIT Bhilai.
Other college students can also participate ?
Sure ,They can also Participate
Whatsapp group joining link?
It's there in the Google Form.
Present in the Google Form When you Submit it.
What is the contest timings of the online round?
9-11 PM
Where is the contest link?