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Our prize table is getting its final polish. Here’s what we can share already. 🏆

Kickoff: Mon, Nov 24 (CET)
Submission Deadline: Sun, Dec 15
Students ages 13–24 · Teams up to 4
Mode: Online · Global · CET anchor

Top Prize Lineup

Grand Prize

Flagship Award — To Be Announced

Cash + partner perks for the most compelling, impact-ready concept. Full package drops before the showcase.

Most Impactful Idea

Category Award — TBA

Recognizes teams grounding their concept in real user insight with measurable change in sight.

Most Innovative Approach

Category Award — TBA

Rewards unique perspectives, new combinations, and bold thinking that still feels buildable.

Most Feasible MVP

Category Award — TBA

Highlights solution plans with a crisp MVP path, de-risking steps, and smart resourcing.

Most Coherent Storytelling

Category Award — TBA

Celebrates teams weaving clear narratives, citations, and visuals that make evaluation effortless.

$5,040 in total prizes will be split across these categories with extra partner perks layered in. Full breakdown lands in December before the live showcase.

How Prizes Are Decided

Judging Criteria

  • Impact & Relevance — 25%
  • User Understanding & Problem Clarity — 20%
  • Feasibility & MVP Path — 20%
  • Originality & Insight — 15%
  • Clarity & Structure — 10%
  • Evidence, Citations & Ethics — 10%

Operations Snapshot

Judging runs online Dec 16–18 via Devpost. TBA judges (Industry, Product/Design, Engineering/AI) review every eligible PDF and leave notes for teams.

Use the submission requirements checklist to keep your PDF in the running. Missing citations or AI disclosures will disqualify entries.

Next Steps

  • Register on Devpost and lock in your team (solo or up to four).
  • Watch for the kickoff email with theme + Discord invite.
  • Use the requirements.md checklist to shape your concept doc.
  • Plan for the submission deadline: Sun, Dec 15 at 23:59 CET.

Quick Links

→ Register on Devpost
→ Discord invite drops at kickoff (Nov 24)
→ Questions? hello@hoobit.org

Showcase Your Idea on the Global Stage

Submit a polished, citation-backed concept doc and you could be part of the Hoobit Ideathon spotlight on Dec 19.

Register Today