VENTURE SPRINT · OVERNIGHT
ADAPPT 5.0
An innovation-driven challenge where you pitch, build, adapt & evolve your idea through technical twists and expert interactions.
Hosted by IETE-SF MPSTME · Vybe Driven
Prizes worth
₹50,000
ADAPPT 5.0
Apply before Oct 19, 2026.
Event dates
Oct 23–24, 2026
Format
Hybrid · MPSTME, Mumbai
Registration deadline
Oct 19, 2026
Team size
1–4 members
Eligibility
College students, developers, and tech innovators · Teams of 1–4 members across any branch and year
Entry fee
₹300 per participant
All that you need to know about ADAPPT 5.0
ADAPPT 5.0 Venture Sprint is an innovation-driven challenge presented by IETE-SF MPSTME in collaboration with Vybe Driven and GeeksforGeeks. Participants select a challenge across three core domains: 1) Cybersecurity in Smart Homes, 2) AI in FoodTech, and 3) Robotics & Automation in Natural Disaster Management. In Round 1, submit your solution deck and video pitch. Shortlisted teams advance to an intense 24-hour overnight development challenge at MPSTME Mumbai, adapting their code to live technical twists. Featuring a ₹50,000 prize pool, staycation for winners, ₹10K hampers, certificates from GfK, Partners & BMW, and internship opportunities.
Stages and Timelines
Round 1 · Online Idea Pitch
Stage 1Choose a problem statement across the 3 domains, develop your solution, and submit your PPT and video pitch online.
Shortlist Announcement
Stage 2Top performing teams are selected and invited to the offline overnight development round.
Round 2 · Overnight Development Challenge
Stage 3Tackle unexpected technical twists overnight at MPSTME, Mumbai, adapt your solution live, and pitch to the jury.
Rewards and Prizes
Cash Prizes & Recognition
Awarded to winning innovators, finalist teams, and category champions.
Participant Benefits & Perks
Staycation for Winners
Special staycation package awarded to the top winning team.
Certificates from GfK, Partners & BMW
Official co-branded certificates recognized by top global and tech organizations.
Hampers Worth 10K & Goodies
Gift hampers for winners and runner-ups plus free goodies for Round 2 qualifiers.
Internship Opportunities
Direct internship opportunities for top performing builders.
Industrial Connections
Build relationships and interact with industry evaluators and technical mentors.
QUERIES
- Arnab Mukhopadhyay · +918104530548
- Arushi Dube · +919137086087