// Stay in the loop
80+ teams already registered. Join the Discord for event-day support and team coordination, or follow Instagram for challenge previews and countdown updates.
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Event details
DATE14 november 2026FORMATsolo / team (max 4)DURATION8 hours, onlineCOSTfreeCATEGORIESweb · crypto · forensics · osint · miscPLATFORMctfd
// Challenge categories
Web
Exploit what shouldn't be exposed.
Crypto
Break what shouldn't be broken.
Forensics
Find what's buried in the data.
OSINT
Build a picture from public noise.
Misc
Undefined by design.
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Rules & conduct
Eligibility
Open to anyone in India (international players welcome too).
No prior CTF experience required.
Solo or teams of up to 4. One registration per team.
A player is counted as a person who has registered and scored in at least 1 challenge across any category.
During the event
Do not attack the CTFd platform, infrastructure, or any organiser systems. Only intended challenge targets are in scope.
Do not share flags or solutions publicly during the event window.
Teams must submit as one entity. Duplicate accounts result in disqualification.
Be respectful in all shared channels. Standard code of conduct applies.
Organiser decisions on scoring disputes are final.
Cheating, flag-sharing, or automated flag-submission scripts → immediate disqualification.
Prize eligibility for top-placing teams may require a short verification of solves (e.g. a brief writeup). Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash.
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Prizes
// TryHackMe subscriptions are per player — up to 4 codes per team for top 3 places.
// 3 CompTIA Access Passes ($147 total value) awarded to top individual players from Active IT Prep.
// 20% discount code for Active IT Prep suite shared with all registered competitors.
// A player is counted as a person who has registered and scored in at least 1 challenge across any category.
// More prizes are being finalized with sponsors and will be added here as confirmed.
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Sponsors
Providing TryHackMe subscriptions for every member of our top 3 finishing teams — 6 months for 1st, 3 months for 2nd, 1 month for 3rd.
Providing free .xyz domain codes for every member of our top 10 finishing teams.
Providing 3 Full CompTIA Access Passes ($147 total value) for top individual players, plus 20% off the complete exam prep suite (25 simulators & 5 study workbooks) for all competitors.
// More sponsors being confirmed
Interested in sponsoring? →// File 05
Frequently asked questions
What is a CTF (Capture The Flag)?
A CTF is a cybersecurity competition where you solve hands-on challenges — exploiting bugs, breaking weak encryption, analyzing files, or piecing together public information — to find hidden "flags" and earn points. No prior experience is required to start.
Do I need prior experience to join InIt CTF?
No. InIt CTF is built specifically for beginners. Most challenges are easy to medium difficulty, with clear starting points in every category. A few harder challenges are included for more experienced participants.
Is InIt CTF really free?
Yes, entry is completely free. No hidden costs.
Can I participate solo, or do I need a team?
Either works. You can register solo or as part of a team of up to 4 people.
Do my teammates need to be from the same college?
No. Inter-college and inter-specialization teams are allowed — your team can include people from different colleges, cities, or academic backgrounds.
What categories are included?
Web Exploitation, Cryptography, Digital Forensics, OSINT, and Misc.
How long does the event run?
8 hours, in a single continuous round, fully online.
What do I need to participate?
A laptop and a stable internet connection. No special software is required beyond what's mentioned in individual challenges — most can be done with a browser and basic tools.
Are there prizes?
Yes. Every member of the 1st place team gets a 6-month TryHackMe subscription, 2nd place gets 3 months, and 3rd place gets 1 month — per player, not per team. The top 10 teams also get free .xyz domain codes for every member. Top individual players receive 3 Full CompTIA Access Passes ($147 total value) from Active IT Prep, and all competitors get an exclusive 20% discount on Active IT Prep's complete exam prep suite (25 simulators and 5 study workbooks). Every participant gets a certificate of participation. (A player is counted as a registered participant who has scored in at least 1 challenge across any category).
I registered on Unstop — am I automatically registered for the event?
No. Unstop registration alone doesn't confirm your spot. You need to complete registration directly on hackersinindia.com/register.
How do I stay updated on event details?
Follow @hackersinindia on Instagram and join our Discord — both are used for announcements, challenge previews, and event-day support.
Can I use Google or AI tools during the competition?
Yes, using public resources and search engines is allowed and not considered cheating. Sharing flags or solutions with other teams is not allowed.
What happens if I get stuck?
Our Discord has a live support channel during the event where organizers can help without giving away answers.
Still have questions?
Ask on Discord →// File 06
Leaderboard
$ leaderboard --status
→ event not started
→ scoreboard activates at event launch
// Pre-event stats
Registered
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Event
November 14, 2026