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Register for LoopVerse 3.0 (Onsite Lahore or Virtual Worldwide) or verify an officially issued LoopLab certificate.
Competition Modules
Five modules run across both onsite and virtual tracks. Two modules run exclusively onsite. The brief and difficulty you receive is calibrated for your chosen path.
Web Development
Fee: PKR 1,000Design and ship a full-stack web application against a beginner-friendly problem statement.
Module Criteria & Deliverables
Every module is calibrated with approachable briefs. Review the criteria weightings and official submission format below.
Web Development
Design and ship a full-stack web application against a beginner-friendly problem statement.
Live deployed link (e.g., Vercel / Netlify / Render), GitHub repository, and a 3–5 minute demo video.
Beginner-friendly brief calibrated for a focused 4-hour build sprint with live mentor floor support.
A 24-hour continuous build challenge with live deployed link, GitHub repo, and 3-5 min video demo.
Onsite & Virtual Orbital Journeys
Explore the exact hour-by-hour milestones for both the 7-hour Lahore sprint and the ~26-hour global marathon.
Onsite Track · The 7-Hour Sprint
The focused, high-energy in-person sprint. Teams build shoulder-to-shoulder with mentors on the floor, fast beginner-friendly briefs, and same-evening results.
Official Event Timelines
Friday, 9 October 2026 — Schedule details for both the single-day Onsite Runway in Lahore and the continuous 24-Hour Virtual Marathon.
Participants check in at venue and settle into their assigned module tables.
Problem statements released, competition rules reviewed, and mentor floor introductions.
First 2-hour continuous build block across all seven onsite competition modules.
Mid-day break for prayer and relaxation before the second build sprint.
Second 2-hour build block; teams complete code, refine demos, and finalize submissions.
Mentors and guest VC judges review live project demos and evaluate submissions.
Onsite champions crowned across all seven modules; trophy and swag distribution.
Onsite Check-in Note: Check-in opens at 10:45 AM sharp at the Lahore venue. Teams arriving after 11:30 AM kickoff may miss the opening briefing.
Perks & Hackathon Rules
Compare Onsite vs Virtual track benefits and review official LoopVerse 3.0 competition rules.
Why Onsite Is Beginner-Friendly
Going onsite is the simplest way into LoopVerse 3.0. A short, focused sprint with approachable briefs, in-person floor mentors, workstations, food, and same-day awards.
- A shorter, beginner-friendly sprint done in a single focused day (10:45 AM – 5:30 PM)
- Dedicated mentors circulating the floor for real-time, in-person help
- Workstations, high-speed WiFi, and power provided — zero setup friction
- A live pitch and onstage demo directly in front of judges and sponsors
- Face-to-face networking with sponsor booths, recruiters, and fellow builders
- Meals, swag, and the full LoopLab event energy
- First access to sponsor-run workshops and CTF stations
- Exclusive access to Pitching Competition and Game Development modules
Why Virtual Is a Tougher Marathon
The virtual track is built for remote teams wanting a bigger challenge. A full 24-hour window from Fri 11:59 AM to Sat 11:59 AM with higher-ceiling briefs and async mentor support.
- Open to participants worldwide — no travel, no venue seat limits
- A longer 24-hour runway to tackle a higher-ceiling problem statement
- Build with your own tools, stack, and setup, entirely on your own schedule within the window
- Async mentor office hours plus two scheduled check-in calls along the way
- Submit via video demo — no live onstage pitch required
- Judged and awarded separately from onsite, against teams tackling the same brief and duration
- Certificates and swag for all finalists, same as onsite
Official Competition Rules
Mandatory guidelines for all onsite and virtual participants
Team Size & Eligibility
Teams of 2 to 4 members; solo participation is allowed. Open to students and early-career developers, designers, and product builders — no prior hackathon experience needed.
Code Originality & Window
All code must be written during the hackathon window; pre-built projects are strictly not eligible.
Open Source & Public APIs
Use of open-source libraries and public APIs is permitted; cite them clearly in your submission.
AI Tool Disclosure
Use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Claude) is allowed; disclose significant AI-generated code in your submission.
Demo & Deadlines
Every team must submit a working demo. Onsite teams deliver a live pitch before 5:00 PM. Virtual teams submit via the online portal before Saturday 11:59 AM.
Code of Conduct
Respect the LoopLab Code of Conduct; harassment, plagiarism, or unsportsmanlike behavior results in immediate disqualification.
“Prizes are on the way!”
Sponsor prize pools and category bounties are being locked in. Whether you're competing onsite in Lahore or building virtually across the globe, huge honors await!
Prizes & Official Contact
Track-specific awards, sponsor prize pools, finalist certificates, and direct leadership support.
Prizes & Recognition Pool
Awarded separately for Onsite and Virtual tracks
Registration & Questions
Open to students and early-career developers, designers, and product builders — no prior experience needed.
See You In The Loop
“Idea. Build. Ship. Repeat.”
Seven modules, two tracks, one loop. Whether you're building shoulder to shoulder onsite in Lahore or coding through the 24-hour continuous window with a remote squad worldwide, LoopVerse 3.0 is waiting for you to bring your idea to life.