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STRANGER
TECH

Hawkins is Calling. Will You Answer? The Gate has been opened. The Mind Flayer is in the network. And Vecna is watching. We're assembling the ultimate "Party" of tech-wizards to decode the signals, hack the Russian base, and close the rift before Hawkins—and our servers—are consumed forever.

Enter the Upside Down

A Technical Saga

This isn't just a coding competition; it's a battle for survival. 5 Seasons. 5 Rounds. One ultimate Party to close the gate. Presented by CSI Student Chapter, SIT Nagpur.

Will Byers
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THE VANISHING

SIGNALS ENCODING CRYPTOGRAPHY

Will is trapped in the Upside Down and can only communicate through distorted signals. Decode hidden messages using logic and number systems.

DIFFICULTY
TIME LIMIT 45 MIN
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Mind Flayer
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THE MIND FLAYER

NETWORKS GRAPHS ALGORITHMS

The Mind Flayer spreads through underground tunnels. Analyze networks, trace paths, and employ algorithmic reasoning to stop the infection.

DIFFICULTY
TIME LIMIT 60 MIN
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Russian Base
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THE STARCOURT SIGNAL

DEBUGGING REVERSE ENGINEERING CODE

A secret transmission from Starcourt Mall. Find and fix the logical flaw in the code to gain access to the Russian base.

DIFFICULTY
TIME LIMIT 50 MIN
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Vecna
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THE CURSE OF VECNA

OS FILE SYSTEMS CLI

Vecna has trapped a teammate in a trance. Navigate deep file systems, uncover hidden files, and retrieve the secret to save them.

DIFFICULTY
TIME LIMIT 75 MIN
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The Gate
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THE FINAL WAR

INTEGRATION DEPLOYMENT PROTOTYPING

The barrier between worlds is collapsing. Fix, integrate, and deploy a working system under pressure to seal the rift and win.

DIFFICULTY
TIME LIMIT 90 MIN
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PRIZE POOL

Rewards for those who survive the Upside Down

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HAWKINS
3RD
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₹5,000
BRONZE
1ST
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₹10,000
CHAMPION
2ND
MIX TAPE
₹7,000
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THE PARTY

The heroes behind the Upside Down Challenge

Sunidhi Haware

Sunidhi Haware

SRC President
Prathmesh Raipurkar

Prathmesh Raipurkar

SRC Vice-President
Mahek Patel

Mahek Patel

Event Coordinator
Aswin Binu

Aswin Binu

Web Developer
Jash Chauhan

Jash Chauhan

Web Developer
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FREQUENTLY ASKED

Everything you need to know before entering the Upside Down

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What is Stranger Tech?

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Stranger Tech is an immersive coding challenge themed around Stranger Things. Teams compete through five rounds of increasingly difficult puzzles involving cryptography, algorithms, debugging, and system integration.

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How many members per team?

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Each team can have 2-4 members. We recommend having diverse skills in your team - coding, problem-solving, and logical thinking will all be tested!

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What skills do I need?

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Basic programming knowledge is helpful but not mandatory. The challenges test logical thinking, pattern recognition, cryptography basics, and teamwork. All skill levels are welcome!

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When and where is the event?

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The event will be held on campus at the CSI auditorium. Exact dates will be announced soon. Follow our social media for updates!

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What are the prizes?

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1st Place: ₹15,000 | 2nd Place: ₹10,000 | 3rd Place: ₹5,000. Plus certificates, swag, and bragging rights for surviving the Upside Down!

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How do I register?

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Click the "ENTER" button in the navigation to register your team. You'll need team name, member details, and contact information. Registration is free!

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CONTACT US

Reach out to Hawkins Lab for any queries

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Location

SIT Nagpur
Symbiosis Institute of Technology

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Event Coordinator

Mahek Patel
+91 95297 83646

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Email

enthusia@sitnagpur.siu.edu.in

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Event Timing

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Full Day Event