MCS Innovator's Arena 2025
Terms & Conditions

Aim of the MCS Innovator's Arena

The MCS Innovator's Arena 2025 aims to provide a platform for students, recent graduates, and technology enthusiasts to showcase their innovative ideas and working prototypes. The event encourages creativity and problem-solving abilities across various domains, including AI, Mobility, Cloud, Full Stack Development, DevOps, and Blockchain. Participants will get an opportunity to present their projects to industry leaders, gain recognition, and compete for exciting prizes.

Who Can Participate

  • Open to students, recent graduates, and any individual with a passion for cutting-edge technology and innovation.
  • Participation is allowed individually or in a team of a maximum of four members.
  • Each participant can be a member of only one team.

Registration Process

What You Can Win

1. Cash Prizes: The first, second, and third team/individual can win cash prizes of ₹25,000, ₹10,000, and ₹5,000 respectively.

2. Paid Internship Opportunities: Eligible candidates will get the opportunity to work as paid interns at MCS.

3. Certificates and Gift Hampers: All participants will receive certificates of participation and exclusive gift hampers.

4. Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Connect with industry pioneers, potential mentors, and peers to expand your professional network.

Intellectual Property Rights

  • Participants retain full ownership of their ideas and prototypes submitted during the event.
  • Ensure that your project does not infringe upon any third-party intellectual property rights.
  • Participants are responsible for protecting their intellectual property before disclosure.
  • MCS will not claim ownership over any participant's work beyond the rights granted for promotion.
  • Any dispute arising from intellectual property infringement is the sole responsibility of the participant.

Event Rules & Regulations

  • Ensure that all prototype submissions are original.
  • Comply with the event's rules, guidelines, and timelines as communicated by the organizers.
  • Maintain professionalism and respect all participants, judges, and organizers throughout the event.
  • Strictly prohibit any form of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior.
  • Abstain from any activities that could disrupt the event or harm MCS' reputation.
  • Report any concerns or violations of the code of conduct to the event organizers immediately.
  • Evaluation of the project will be based on innovation, impact, practicality, and presentation quality.
  • Prior approval is required to participate in the event - only approved candidates are allowed to participate or attend the event.
  • Prizes for the event, including 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions, will be awarded collectively across all categories. There will be no separate prizes for individual categories, as the awards are based on overall performance and not specific to any particular category.
  • The decisions of the judges/mentors will be final.

Travel & Expenses

  • The Participants are advised to arrive at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the event.
  • MCS will reimburse your Bus and Train Travel expenses only. (Capped at a Maximum of ₹2,500 per participant).
  • Participants must submit their tickets at the venue or after returning home for reimbursement of travel expenses.
  • If you arrive the previous day, MCS will arrange for the stay and food.
  • Virtual participation options are not available for this event.

Guidelines for Internship Opportunities

MCS Innovator’s Arena 2025 offers college students and recent graduates a unique opportunity to join MCS as interns. Please review the guidelines below to understand the eligibility criteria and application process:

1. Internship Opportunity for Emerging Talent

While MCS typically hires senior associates to meet its project demands, Innovator’s Arena creates an exceptional opportunity for college students and recent graduates to gain hands-on experience, enhance their skills, and learn from industry experts.

2. Academic Requirements

  • Internship opportunities are available exclusively to candidates who have completed their graduation or post-graduation.
  • Candidates must have no pending arrears in their academic records.
  • A first-class degree is mandatory to qualify for the internship.

3. Application Process

After completing their examinations, candidates must:

  • Visit the MCS Careers Page to explore available internship opportunities.
  • Apply for suitable roles that align with their skills and career aspirations.

4. Skill Assessment

Applicants must showcase their skills relevant to the position they are applying for. This includes presenting personal projects or any other work that highlights their capabilities. Ensure your skill set matches the role’s requirements before applying.

5. Interview Rounds

Depending on the position, there may be one or multiple interview rounds to evaluate whether the applicant possesses the necessary skills and knowledge for the role.

6. Pathway to Full-Time Employment

MCS views internships as an opportunity to groom potential candidates for full-time roles. Outstanding performance during the internship may lead to a full-time employment offer at MCS.

7. Certificate Policy

Please note that MCS does not issue certificates or any other documents as part of the internship program.

Judgment Criteria for Innovator’s Arena

At MCS’s Innovator’s Arena 2025, participants are evaluated based on several key criteria to ensure a well-rounded assessment of their skills, creativity, and teamwork. Here are different criteria for the evaluation of your prototype.

1. Prototype Functionalities

While you might have a great idea, it becomes valuable when converted into functional prototypes with the necessary features. The ultimate goal is to ensure the judges and others can test your prototypes. These criteria assess the features you have implemented to bring your idea to life, ensuring it is operational and testable. It also evaluates the tech stacks and the architecture you have selected.

2. Unique Selling Proposition (USP)

What makes your prototype unique and stand out in the market? This will evaluate the uniqueness you bring to the table and how you differentiate yourself from the competition.

3. Viability

Is your solution practical and economically feasible? This criterion examines the cost-effectiveness of your prototype and evaluates whether it can be practically implemented and benefit businesses or society.

4. User Experience (UX)

A solution’s impact relies heavily on its ease of use and intuitive design. This will focus on the usability and user-friendliness of your prototype, ensuring it effectively addresses the problem while providing a seamless experience for end-users.

5. Impact

Beyond functionality, it is essential to evaluate the tangible benefits the solution offers. This will evaluate the social, environmental, or economic impact of your prototype, assessing how it positively contributes to its target audience or society at large.

6. Innovation

Creativity is the cornerstone of groundbreaking solutions. This will assess the originality and forward-thinking approach of your prototype, including its ability to push boundaries and open up new possibilities beyond current solutions.

7. Presentation

Communicating the idea effectively is as important as building it. This criterion evaluates how well the team explains its prototype, demonstrates its functionality, and justifies its decisions, ensuring clarity and professionalism.

8. Collaboration

Building a prototype is often a team effort. This criterion assesses how effectively the team worked together, including how they distributed roles, tackled challenges, and combined their strengths to achieve their goals.

Miscellaneous

  • Participants are responsible for bringing their laptops, software, and other necessary equipment.
  • Participants should bring a government ID proof for registration; Students who are studying in any college need to bring their college ID along with the government ID proof.
  • Internet access will be provided at the venue; however, participants should have backups in case of connectivity issues.
  • Food and beverages will be available during the event.
  • The organizers reserve the right to modify the event schedule or rules; any changes will be communicated promptly.
  • Liability for any personal belongings rests solely with the participants; organizers are not responsible for any loss or damage.
  • Participants are expected to maintain professionalism and respect towards all attendees, judges, and organizers throughout the event.
  • Any form of harassment, discrimination, or inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated and may result in disqualification.
  • Participants must adhere to all health and safety guidelines provided by the organizers and the venue.
  • Photography and Recording: By attending, participants consent to being photographed or recorded for promotional purposes.
  • Usage Rights: MCS reserves the right to use any media captured during the event for marketing and promotional activities.
  • Personal Information: Participant information will be collected and used in accordance with MCS's privacy policy.
  • Third-Party Sharing: Personal data will not be shared with third parties without consent, except as required by law.
  • Grounds for Disqualification: Violation of any terms and conditions may lead to immediate disqualification from the event.
  • Right to Remove: Organizers reserve the right to remove any participant who disrupts the event or breaches the code of conduct.
  • Event Cancellation: MCS reserves the right to cancel or postpone the event due to unforeseen circumstances beyond their control.
  • Liability: In such cases, MCS is not liable for any costs incurred by participants.
  • Right to Modify: MCS reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time.
  • Notification: Participants will be notified of any changes prior to the event.
  • By participating in the event, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by the latest terms and conditions of the event.
  • Any disputes that arise in the event will be resolved as per the Law of Karnataka under the jurisdiction of Chintamani Jurisdiction.