CCTV Surveillance Security

& Forensics Hackathon

Decoding the future of digital evidance

May 31, 2025

Deadline

EVENT LOCATION

New Delhi

REGISTRATIONS OPEN

Days

Hours

Minutes

CHALLENGE YOURSELF

Overview

5th Edition

CCTV Surveillance Security & Forensic Hackathon

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This event aims to induce collaboration among the students, professionals and law enforcement agencies to empower law enforcement personnel with advanced cyber skills, equipping them to face the complex and evolving landscape of digital threats with confidence and expertise.

CCTNS Scheme had been conceptualized as a comprehensive and integrated system for enhancing the efficiency and effective policing at all levels and especially at the Police Station level in order to achieve the following key objectives:

Open

Creating Centralized Databases

Creating State and Central levels databases on crime and criminals starting from FIRs.

Sharing Real-time Information

Enable easy sharing of real-time information/ intelligence across police stations, districts and States.

Prevention

Improved investigation and crime prevention.

Citizen Portals

Improved service delivery to the public/ stakeholders through Citizen Portals.

No. of participants

Awards

Tracks

Cities

Develop Indigenous CCTV Solutions

Create locally manufactured and secure surveillance hardware.

Integrate AI & Smart Analytics

Enhance threat detection, facial recognition, and predictive policy models.

Strengthen Cybersecurity

Secure CCTV networks against hacking and data breaches.

Deliver Cost-Effective Solutions

Design affordable and scalable surveillance systems for both urban and rural settings.

Registration

Begins on April 1 – May 31, 2025

Begins on

April 1 – May 31, 2025

Institutions (colleges, universities, and companies) submit nominations for their teams.
Teams are officially formed and registered via the hackathon portal.

All entries received will be shortlisted in the first round by a screening committee.

After shortlisting by the Screening Committee, top 30 participating individuals will be invited to New Delhi for the final round of the competition and best 3 participants will be selected for awards.

Shortlisting

Begins on June 1 – June 10, 2025

Begins on

June 1 – June 10, 2025

Evaluation of the nomination submissions begins immediately after registration closes.

All entries received will be shortlisted in the first round by a screening committee.

Finale

Begins on June 21 – June 22, 2025

Begins on

June 21 – June 22, 2025

Shortlisted teams compete in a 36-hour Grand Finale.
The focus will be on prototype creation, detailed presentations (POC), and interactive Q&A sessions with the judges.

All entries received will be shortlisted in the first round by a screening committee.

Award

Begins on June 23, 2025

Begins on

June 23, 2025

3 winners each from Academia and Industry Category will be selected as winners.

All entries received will be shortlisted in the first round by a screening committee.

Prize Money

Lakhs

Lakh

First Prize

Second Prize

Third Prize

5th Edition

Participation
Details

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Eligibility Criteria: 

No Individual Participation: Teams are the sole format for participation.

Desired Criteria: 

PHD Scholars and Researchers are encouraged to apply.

Team Nomination Only: 

Participation is possible only by nomination either from Academia or Industry.
Each institution is allowed to nominate one team only.

Nomination Process: 

Institutions must submit a nomination package that includes team details and credentials.

Detailed nomination guidelines will be shared on our website.

Benefits of Participation:

Access to industry experts and mentorship sessions
Opportunities to network with peers and leading professionals
Potential for collaboration and future partnerships

Open

Creating Centralized Databases

Creating State and Central levels databases on crime and criminals starting from FIRs.

Sharing Real-time Information

Enable easy sharing of real-time information/ intelligence across police stations, districts and States.

Prevention

Improved investigation and crime prevention.

Citizen Portals

Improved service delivery to the public/ stakeholders through Citizen Portals.

No. of participants

Awards

Tracks

Cities

Problem Statement

Challenge 1

Secure and Indigenous CCTV Design

Develop innovative surveillance hardware leveraging local manufacturing capabilities.

Challenge 2

AI and Smart Analytics Integration

Integrate AI to enhance threat detection, facial recognition, and predictive security policies.

Challenge 3

Cyber Security in CCTV Networks

Design robust measures to prevent hacking, unauthorized access, and data breaches in CCTV systems.

Challenge 4

Cost-Effective Surveillance Solutions

Create scalable and affordable CCTV systems suitable for urban and rural environments.

Judging Criteria

Innovation & Creativity: Originality in concept and approach.
Technical Implementation: Feasibility, scalability, and robust design.
Impact on Security & Forensics: Effectiveness in improving surveillance and cybersecurity.
Presentation & Clarity: Clear communication and demonstration of the solution.

Top three teams from Academia and Industry will be declared as winners.

Hall of Fame

In the CyberChallenge Hall of Fame, we honour the achievements of top cybersecurity champions. Join us in celebrating their accomplishments and commitment to securing our nation's cyber infrastructure.

Explore the profiles of our winners from previous years.

Past Winners >

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