PRISM Build Challenge is a multidisciplinary innovation challenge designed for students only who are builders, designers, engineers, strategists, researchers, and problem-solvers.
You don't have to be a programmer to participate.
PRISM brings together 10 different challenge themes, giving participants the freedom to choose a problem aligned with their skills and interests. Participants are encouraged to transform an idea into a practical, impactful, and well-presented solution.
Whether you are designing a software product, rethinking a building, optimizing logistics, developing a mechanical solution, creating a new product, or solving a social challenge — PRISM is your platform to build it.
Choose Your Track
01 — Software & Technology
Build applications, platforms, AI-powered solutions, automation tools, digital products, or technology-enabled services.
02 — Architecture & Urban Innovation
Design smarter buildings, sustainable spaces, urban systems, infrastructure concepts, or future-ready environments.
03 — Logistics & Supply Chain
Solve challenges involving transportation, delivery, warehousing, inventory, route optimization, supply chains, and operational efficiency.
04 — Mechanical Engineering
Develop mechanical systems, machines, mechanisms, engineering concepts, automation solutions, or physical prototypes.
05 — Product & Industrial Design
Create innovative products, user-focused designs, physical concepts, product experiences, or next-generation consumer solutions.
06 — Business & Finance
Develop business models, financial solutions, market strategies, fintech concepts, investment tools, or innovative approaches to business problems.
07 — Marketing & Brand Innovation
Create innovative campaigns, brand strategies, customer experiences, growth concepts, communication systems, or new approaches to marketing.
08 — Sustainability & Climate
Build solutions addressing climate change, renewable energy, waste management, sustainable consumption, environmental protection, or resource efficiency.
09 — Healthcare & Human Wellbeing
Design solutions that improve healthcare access, patient experiences, health services, wellness, accessibility, or healthcare operations.
10 — Education & Social Impact
Create solutions that improve education, learning, employment, accessibility, communities, public services, or social outcomes.
Your submission can be a:
- Software application
- Website or digital platform
- AI/ML solution
- Business model
- Product concept
- Engineering prototype
- Architectural concept
- Mobile application
- Design system
- Marketing campaign
- Research-backed solution
- Sustainability solution
- Educational platform
- Social-impact initiative
- Physical prototype
- Or any other innovative solution relevant to your selected track
Think broadly. Build creatively. Solve something meaningful.
PRISM is not about building the most complicated solution. It is about identifying a meaningful problem and demonstrating how your solution can create measurable value.
Requirements
Participants must submit their project through Devpost before the submission deadline.
Each submission should include the following:
1. Project TitleA clear and memorable name for your project.
2. Selected TrackMention which PRISM track your project belongs to:
- Software & Technology
- Architecture & Urban Innovation
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Mechanical Engineering
- Product & Industrial Design
- Business & Finance
- Marketing & Brand Innovation
- Sustainability & Climate
- Healthcare & Human Wellbeing
- Education & Social Impact
Clearly explain:
- What problem are you solving?
- Who experiences this problem?
- Why is the problem important?
- What are the existing limitations or gaps?
Explain your proposed solution and how it addresses the identified problem.
5. Prototype / DemonstrationParticipants should provide an appropriate demonstration of their solution.
Depending on the track, this may include:
- Working software
- Prototype
- Design mockups
- CAD/model
- Architecture drawings
- Business model
- Campaign concept
- Research documentation
- Product visualization
- Simulation
- Physical prototype
- Video demonstration
Include a concise presentation explaining the concept, solution, implementation, and expected impact.
7. Supporting MaterialsParticipants may optionally submit supporting materials such as:
- Research
- Technical documentation
- Design files
- Architecture drawings
- CAD files
- Business plans
- Market research
- Data analysis
- Prototype images
- Demonstration videos
- References
A short demonstration video is highly recommended, particularly for projects where the functionality or physical design cannot be fully demonstrated through screenshots.
Prizes
PRISM GRAND INNOVATOR
Exclusive Winner Certificate — premium recognition for your achievement
PRISM Winner Badge — showcase your achievement on your profile
Professional LinkedIn Recognition — stand out to recruiters and industry professionals
Featured on PRISM Showcase — get your project and achievement highlighted
Official Jury Recognition Letter — formal recognition of your performance
Priority Spotlight — selected winning projects receive special PRISM visibility
PRISM BEST CONCEPT
Best Concept Certificate
Exclusive Digital Achievement Badge
Featured Project Recognition
LinkedIn Achievement Recognition
Official Jury Appreciation Letter
PRISM Project Showcase Opportunity
PRISM IMPACT CHAMPION
Impact Champion Certificate
Special Impact Achievement Badge
Featured Impact Project
Professional Profile Recognition
Official Impact Recognition Letter
PRISM Spotlight Recognition
PRISM DESIGN EXCELLENCE
Design Excellence Certificate
Exclusive Design Achievement Badge
Featured Design Project
LinkedIn Recognition
Jury Appreciation Letter
Official PRISM Design Recognition
PRISM RISING BUILDER
Rising Builder Certificate
Emerging Talent Digital Badge
Featured Builder Profile
LinkedIn Achievement Recognition
Official Jury Recognition
PRISM Community Spotlight
PRISM REFERRAL CHAMPION
Referral Champion Certificate for top 50
Exclusive Referral Achievement Badge
Top Referrer Recognition on PRISM
LinkedIn Referral Achievement Badge
Featured Referral Champion Profile
Official Appreciation & Recognition Letter
PRISM PARTICIPATION HONOR
Official PRISM Participation Certificate
Verified PRISM Participant Badge
Participant Profile Recognition
LinkedIn Achievement Recognition
Official Participation Record
PRISM Community Member Recognition
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Team Prism
To apply for Judges...please mail us !!
Judging Criteria
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Presentation
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Creativity
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Overall Grade
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