Official Carnival Rulebook

Task Description

Based on an on-the-spot secret theme, contestants must craft text prompts to generate an image matching the style, composition, and subject of the theme as closely as possible.

Grade Eligibility

• •Group B to Group E (Grade 5 to University 4th Year)
• •Individual participation only

Participant Requirements

• •Own Device (BYOD): Any hardware from: laptop, tablet, smartphone, or mini PC.
• •Internet Connection: Must bring your own mobile data/hotspot connection.
• •Pre-Login: Must be logged into preferred AI image generation platform (e.g. Midjourney, DALL-E, Stable Diffusion, Firefly, Bing Image Creator) prior to the event start.

Rules & Regulations

1. 1New Session: Must start a fresh chat or terminal of the AI model specifically for the competition.
2. 2Safety Compliance: Must not violate the host platform’s major safety guidelines (NSFW, extreme violence, etc.).
3. 3Reproducibility Check: The prompt history must match the generated image. Prompts will be test-run by judges if any suspicion arises to validate prompt authenticity.
4. 4Text-Only Rule: The prompt history must NOT include any uploaded image or file other than text typed by the participant. Each instruction MUST be typed by the participant completely (autocorrect and suggestions are allowed; image-to-image cloning is prohibited).
5. 5Submission: Completed output and prompt history must be submitted via the official Google Form link provided at competition time.

Task Description

Contestants will create an artwork or poster based on the given technology theme announced by the carnival committee.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to 12 & University Level (Group A to Group E)

Guidelines

• •Art vs Poster: Art submissions must be hand-drawn digitally. Posters must be graphically designed.
• •Raw File Verification: Submit the final image as well as the raw editable project file (e.g. .PSD, .AI, .Procreate, .KRA, .CLIP) for poster submissions (and raw files for art submissions where possible). Raw files are audited by judges to verify authenticity and layers.
• •Originality & Anti-AI: Submissions must be 100% human-created. AI-generated elements are strictly prohibited.
• •Copyright: Using trademarked or copyrighted characters or assets is forbidden. Participants must use self-made assets or verified royalty-free elements.
• •Submission Mode: Submit the project folder via pen drive on the first day of the fest at the submission desk.
• •Participants must bring their physical artwork print/display to the submission site on time if requested.

Tournament Structure (2 Rounds)

1. Qualifiers (OMR Written Round)

• •Conducted via an MCQ question paper where participants fill out OMR answer sheets.
• •Question paper comprises 20 questions for a total of 20 marks.
• •Participants must attempt all 20 questions within the allotted time.
• •Advancement: The top 5 participants from the Qualifiers advance directly to the Finals.
• •Tie-Breaker: In case participants from position 5 and below have exact identical scores, a live verbal buzzer round of 11 sudden-death questions will decide the 5th finalist.

2. Finals (On-Stage Buzzer Round)

• •Held live on the carnival main stage with a buzzer system.
• •Participants with the most questions answered correctly out of the first 10 questions will win the Finals.
• •Draw Rule: In case of a draw for podium positions, an 11-question sudden-death buzzer round will decide the champion.

Syllabus

• •Video game history, game development trivia, iconic franchises, esports championships, console hardware, and character lore.
• •Tailored difficulty arranged according to academic groups (Group A to D).

Task Description

Participants will have timed attempts on MonkeyType to type as rapidly and accurately as possible in the school computer lab.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)

Guidelines

• •Keyboards: Participants are permitted to bring and plug in their own mechanical/membrane USB keyboards.
• •Venue Hardware: The competition takes place on SJIS Computer Lab desktop workstations. Bringing personal laptops or computers is not permitted.
• •Fair Play: Auto-correct, automated scripts, macros, and copy-pasting are strictly banned.
• •Warm-Up: A 5-minute warm-up period is provided before the official competition begins.
• •Format: Each try is a 15-second speed test. The best of five attempts will be recorded for official ranking.

Judging & Awards

• •The contestants with the 3 highest recorded Net Words Per Minute (WPM) will be awarded official carnival medals and certificates.

Task Description

Participants will have to recreate a given target webpage using HTML and CSS (including JavaScript where needed) within 30 minutes.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)

Guidelines

• •Offline Environment: All participants must code using an offline code editor (VS Code, Sublime Text, or Notepad++).
• •Lab Setup: The event will be held in the school computer lab. Bringing personal laptops is not allowed.
• •Functionality: Any interactive functionality in the reference webpage will be specified. Participants must recreate the visual structure and behavior as accurately as possible.
• •Script Files: Creating an extra separate JavaScript file (.js) for interactivity is allowed and must be included in the submission folder.
• •No Internet Assistance: External templates, AI tools, or internet browsing are blocked during the contest.

Task Description

Participants must produce an original video based on the carnival technology theme and submit it on the first day of the fest.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)

General Guidelines

• •The video must be strictly based on the assigned tech theme.
• •Offensive, copyrighted, or inappropriate footage/audio is strictly prohibited.
• •All footage and content must be original and theme-oriented.
• •Submission must be turned in via a physical pen drive on Day 1.

Video Technical Format

• •Duration: Not more than 5 minutes.
• •Resolution: Full HD 1080p (1920×1080).
• •Format: MP4 container.

Submission Folder Structure

The submitted pendrive folder must contain:

1. 1The video file (.mp4).
2. 2A document file (.doc / .pdf) containing the student's full personal info (Name, Class, Section, School, Group) and the title/concept of the video.

Task Description

Participants must take original photographs based on the festival theme and submit hardcopies on the first day of the tech carnival.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to 12 & University Level (Group A to Group E)

Strict Print & Submission Specifications

1. 1Photograph Dimensions:

• •Must be printed strictly in 7 × 9 inches (18 × 23 cm) size.
• •This exact size is required for uniform hanging and display using hanging clips.
• •Do NOT submit photographs larger or smaller than this dimension.

1. 2Printing & Mandatory Lamination:

• •Each student must submit one hardcopy of the photograph.
• •The photograph must be properly laminated by the student before submission.
• •DO NOT mount the photograph on cardboard, foam board, or a frame, as photos are hung with clips.

1. 3Student Information (Back Side):

• •The following information must be clearly written on the BACK SIDE of the photograph BEFORE laminating:

• Student’s Full Name

• School / College / University Name

• Class & Section

• Group (A / B / C / D / E)

• Title of the Photograph

1. 4Exhibition Display:

• •All approved photographs will be displayed suspended with gallery clips in the exhibition hall.
• •Photographs that are unlaminated, incorrectly sized, or missing student information will be disqualified.

1. 5Anti-AI Policy:

• •NO AI-generated or AI-synthesized photos will be allowed. Submissions must be captured with a camera or phone by the participant.

Overview

ICT Olympiad — Technology Quiz Competition. This is an individual competition testing computer science, digital systems, cybersecurity, software, and tech innovations.

General Rules

• •Individual competition across Groups A to D.
• •Participants must report before the scheduled reporting time.
• •Mobile phones, smartwatches, and all electronic devices are strictly prohibited.
• •No communication between participants during any round. Any cheating results in immediate disqualification.

Competition Format (3 Rounds)

📝 Round 1 — Written Round

• •Participants are given 10 comprehensive analytical questions.
• •Time limit: 30 minutes.
• •Total Marks: 20 (1 mark for correct answer + 1 mark for correct and relevant technical explanation).
• •Answers must be submitted within the allotted time.

🔔 Round 2 — Buzzer Round

• •Conducted with 20 rapid-fire questions using the buzzer system.
• •Only the top 4 highest-scoring participants from Round 2 qualify for the grand finals.

⚡ Round 3 — Final Buzzer Round

• •Live stage buzzer showdown between the 4 finalists.
• •Negative marking applies in this round for incorrect buzzer attempts.
• •The top 2 scorers at the end of Round 3 will be declared the Champions and receive official awards.

🏆 Tie-Breaker

In case of a tie affecting qualification or podium places, a rapid-fire question round will be conducted. Judges' decisions are final and binding.

The Mission Brief

“A mysterious hacker called ZERO has stolen the Tech Fest’s Golden Code. The code has been split into 5 fragments and hidden across the campus. Your team has 60 minutes to recover all fragments before ZERO deletes them forever.”

Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)
• •Teams of 2 to 4 members

How It Works (5 Progressive Stages)

1. 1Round 1 — QR Hunt: Teams are given a clue sheet with encrypted QR codes. Scanning each QR code reveals secret room locations on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the SJIS building.
2. 2Round 2 — Tech Puzzle: Teams find printed coding/debugging challenges in designated rooms. Determining the correct program output yields a secret numerical coordinate.
3. 3Round 3 — Hidden Message: Teams receive an image concealing steganographic visual clues. Deciphering the clue unlocks the decryption cipher.
4. 4Round 4 — Encryption Challenge: Teams solve a cryptography riddle to obtain a decryption string. Entering it into an online web terminal uncovers a secret destination URL.
5. 5Final Round — The Stage Treasure: The URL yields the master Key and Box number that unlocks the physical treasure chest on stage containing the Bitcoin / Golden Code.

Competition Category

Standard 4×4 Rubik’s Cube Competition

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)

Task

Participants must solve a standard 4×4 Rubik’s Cube within the given time. The participant with the fastest valid solving time will be ranked highest.

Official Guidelines

1. 1Cube Requirements:

• •Standard 4×4 Rubik’s Cube only.
• •Participants must bring their own 4×4 cube in proper mechanical working condition.
• •Any electronic, motorized, or specially modified cubes providing an unfair advantage are strictly prohibited.
• •Organizers reserve the right to inspect all cubes prior to scrambling.

1. 2Scrambling Procedure:

• •Each cube will be scrambled by official event marshals/judges following standardized scramble sequences.
• •Participants must not observe or interfere with the scrambling process.

1. 3Procedure & Timing:

• •Official timing mats/stopwatches will record each solve.
• •Competitors start on the judge's signal and stop timer immediately upon finishing.
• •A cube is considered solved only when all six faces are completely resolved into uniform colors.
• •Multiple attempts will be permitted as decided by organizers; best valid solve time is ranked.

1. 4Fair Play:

• •No external notes, algorithmic cheat sheets, smartwatches, or phones permitted during solve.

Competition Type

Individual Competition (Grade 3 to Grade 12 — Groups A to D)

Official Presentation Topics

*(Participants must choose strictly ONE topic from their designated grade group for their submission & presentation)*

🔹 Group A (Grade 3–4):

1. 1Introduction to Computer
2. 2History of Computer
3. 3History of Internet

🔹 Group B (Grade 5–6):

1. 1Introduction to coding
2. 23D printing in education, medicine and industry
3. 3Wearable technology

🔹 Group C (Grade 7–8):

1. 1The magic of animation
2. 2Technology in space
3. 3The technology behind virtual reality (AR vs VR)

🔹 Group D (Grade 9–12 / A2):

1. 1The anatomy of a Digital Footprint
2. 2Generative AI vs Human Creativity
3. 3Cybersecurity Threats and Prevention

Key Guidelines

• •Software: Must be built using Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx format).
• •Individual Effort: Must be prepared and presented independently by the contestant.
• •Anti-AI Policy: AI-generated presentations or fully AI-generated slide content are strictly prohibited.
• •Slide Count & Timing: Time limit and slide expectations will be confirmed by organizers at the venue. Exceeding time limits incurs mark deductions.
• •Required Slide Info: The presentation must clearly feature: Participant’s Name, School Name, Class & Section, Group (A/B/C/D), and Presentation Title.

Competition Type

Individual On-the-Spot Writing Competition (Grade 3 to Grade 12 — Groups A to D)

Task

Participants will write an original technology-related article on the spot based on a topic or theme announced at the competition venue.

Guidelines

1. 1On-the-Spot Writing: All articles must be composed in person during the allocated competition window.
2. 2Language: The article must be written in English. Proper grammar, punctuation, and structure must be maintained.
3. 3Structure: Must include an appropriate Title, Introduction, Main Analysis/Discussion, and Conclusion.
4. 4Word Limit: Specified by the organizers prior to writing. Articles falling significantly above or below the limit incur penalties.
5. 5Materials: Organizers provide official writing paper/answer sheets. Participants must bring their own pens.
6. 6Identification Header: Must include Student's Name, School, Class & Section, Group (A/B/C/D), and Article Title.

Competition Type

Individual Submission-Based Competition (Groups A to D)

Task Description

Participants must create and submit an original technology-related meme based on programming, artificial intelligence, robotics, computer science, or digital student culture.

Submission & Auditing Process

1. 1Screening & Audit: All submitted memes undergo a rigorous screening and auditing process for appropriateness, copyright compliance, and originality before shortlisting.
2. 2Quantity: Each participant may submit one meme only.
3. 3Formats: High-resolution JPG, JPEG, or PNG.
4. 4Originality & Copyright: Memes must be the original creative work of the participant. Direct reposts from Reddit, Instagram, or past competitions are disqualified. Standard meme templates may be utilized provided the joke/text is original.
5. 5Appropriateness: Offensive, defamatory, or discriminatory content is strictly banned.
6. 6Required Info: Submissions must include Student's Name, School, Class & Section, Group (A/B/C/D), and Meme Title/Caption.

Task Description

Participants must design, build, and program an autonomous line-following robot capable of traversing a complex line track in the fastest time.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 3 to Grade 12 (Group A to Group D)
• •Individual (৳300) or Team of up to 3 members (৳1000)

Technical Guidelines (BDRO Standards)

• •Dimensions: The robot cannot exceed 25cm × 25cm × 25cm in width, length, and height.
• •Autonomous Operation: The robot must operate 100% autonomously after the start button is pressed. No physical contact or wireless/electronic communication is permitted during the run.
• •Track Penalties: If the robot leaves the black track, a time penalty will be added to the final score as decided by the judges.
• •Conduct: Any intentional track damage or unsportsmanlike behavior results in immediate disqualification.

Task Description

Pilots must control and maneuver custom drones through an intricate 3D obstacle course within the carnival flight arena.

Grade Eligibility

• •Grade 7 to 12 & University Level (Group C to Group E)
• •Individual (৳500) or Team of up to 3 members (৳1000)

Flight Guidelines & Safety (BDRO Standards)

• •BYO Drone: Participants must bring their own functional multirotor drones complying with safety limits.
• •Designated Flight Zone: All drones must strictly remain inside the marked net/flight zone arena.
• •Penalties: Missing an obstacle gate or colliding with an obstacle incurs a 5-second time penalty.
• •Disqualification Rules:

• Sabotaging or colliding intentionally with other participants’ drones.

• Flying outside the boundary of the flight zone.

• Any participant physically entering the active flight arena without referee authorization results in instant disqualification.

Overview

BDRO Coding Marathon tests algorithmic logic, computational efficiency, and clean code implementation.

Segment Tier Breakdown

• •Group A (Grade 3–4): Block-based Scratch challenges focusing on visual programming fundamentals.
• •Group B (Grade 5–6): Intermediate Scratch algorithmic problem solving and logic puzzles.
• •Group C (Grade 7–8): Python algorithmic challenges with automated test cases.
• •Group D (Grade 9–12 / A2): Python and C++ competitive programming contests.

Lab Regulations

• •Contest conducted in the SJIS Computer Lab.
• •External code generation assistants (ChatGPT, Copilot, Cursor) are strictly blocked and banned.
• •Standard language libraries are fully permitted.

Overview

Contestants exhibit and pitch original robotic systems, embedded prototypes, IoT apparatus, and autonomous hardware.

Eligibility

• •Group C, D, E (Grade 7 to University 4th Year)
• •Individual (৳500) or Team of up to 3 members (৳1000)

Presentation Rules

• •Hardware must be demonstrated live in front of the judging panel.
• •Teams must be prepared for a 5-minute technical presentation followed by a jury Q&A on schematics, components, code, and practical impact.