Name: Build for India
Start: 2016-10-01T09:30:00+05:30
End: 2016-10-02T16:30:00+05:30
Location: Paytm Office

Build for India

Paytm

Build for India is an initiative by Paytm to promote the development of products that create a tangible impact in the lives of millions of Indian citizens. 
We intend to provide a platform to everyone who aspires to make a difference. If that sounds like you, here is your chance to raise your hand and create (or contribute to) something meaningful!
Build for India will be a 36-hours hackathon hosted at the Paytm Noida office, on 1st - 2nd October 2016. 
Come, be a part of the cashless revolution and help us build a corruption-free India! 
 
What you need: Your ideas, your programming/design skills and, well, a laptop.  
What we'll provide: Food and caffeine to keep you going, mentors to guide you, some technical assistance to point you in the right direction, like-minded hackers to bounce your ideas off and just an energetic environment to #keepbuilding.  
 
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Mentors and Judges:
To be announced soon
 
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Prizes*:
First Prize: Rs. 1,00,000  Second Prize: Rs. 65,000  Third Prize: Rs. 35,000  
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Rules:
1. The solution will be judged on the basis of its potential impact on the everyday live of an average Indian user 2. We will also take into consideration the number of lives potentially impacted by the solution (scale) 3. The solution must leverage Paytm's payment services/APIs  4. Commercial viability of solution will be desirable but not mandatory  5. The technical chops demonstrated by the developer in building the solution will be taken into account
 
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FAQs
Does the registration mean I can come for the hackathon?
Unfortunately, no. We would be reviewing your application and sending out confirmations.  
 
What should I bring to the event?
You should bring everything that you will need to create your solution. Mostly, that will be a laptop and a charger. You might also want to bring a fresh set of clothes to change into the next day, along with your deo and face towel.
Please also carry a valid ID proof with you. 
 
Can I stay overnight?
That will be an individual choice. We'll make arrangements for a few of us to snooze, or just relax. If you want to catch a proper sleep, you'll be advised to go home and come back early in the morning - just make sure you manage your time well.  
 
I would like to partner with Paytm for this event.  Who do I do?
Please talk to us on startups@paytm.com
 
I would like to Register as a team.  What do I do?
Click on 'Register' on the top of this page > Choose 'Team' > Create a team > Register for yourself and invite other team members from the team page.
 
How many members can be there in a team?
You can have a maximum of 4 people on a team. 
 
Is my registration/ticket transferrable?
No. 
 
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
No. Just bring an ID to identify you. 
 
Will the participants be provided with travel/stay arrangements for the hackathon?
Unfortunately, we are not providing travel and stay arrangements in this edition of Build for India. Hopefully, we'll soon be organizing the event in other parts of the country, or arranging for travel in future. 
 
Where can I contact the organizer with any other questions?
Please write to us on startups@paytm.com
 
*Prize money will be awarded in the form of Paytm cash after deductions of the applicable government taxes.

Paytm Office

Unfortunately, we have a limited space for this hackathon and it looks like we have already filled up that space. 

Please drop an email on startups@paytm.com if you want to stay updated about our future hackathons.

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