Case Study Competition
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal
Case Study Competition: Stages and Timelines
Quiz Round (via Unstop)
This will be an online aptitude based quiz round! You will see the “Play” button here, once the round is live.
Submission Round (via Unstop)
This round challenges teams to demonstrate their problem-solving skills through innovative solutions to given real-world problem statements. Teams are required to submit their proposed solutions in a PowerPoint presentation submitted in PDF format, with a maximum of 3 slides. The presentation can ideally include an executive summary, problem statement analysis, alternatives, recommendations, and implementation plan.
Presentation Round (On Campus)
The top 15 Teams will present their case solutions to a panel of experts for the final round.
All that you need to know about Case Study Competition
Welcome to the Case Study Competition 2026, an intellectually stimulating challenge designed for thinkers, problem-solvers, and future changemakers.
Case studies demand deep insight, structured research, and the ability to translate complex social realities into actionable solutions. This competition invites participants to examine entrenched conventions critically, question existing systems, and design innovative yet realistic interventions for pressing social challenges.
Aligned with the Entrepreneurship Summit '26, this event is not just about finding answers but also about redefining the questions that shape our society. Participants will engage in rigorous analysis, ethical reasoning, and solution-oriented thinking to accelerate real-world impact.
If you believe meaningful change begins with bold ideas backed by logic and empathy, this stage is for you.
Problem Statement
The problem statements will be released after Round 1.
Competition Structure & Rounds
Round 1: Quiz Round (Online | Via Unstop) : 28 Jan 2026 (12:00 PM) – 30 Jan 2026 (05:00 PM)
- Online aptitude-based quiz
- Tests analytical ability, logical reasoning, and social awareness
- The “Play” button will appear once the round goes live on Unstop
Round 2: PPT Submission Deadline: 5 Feb 2026 | 11:59 PM IST
- Teams must submit a presentation of 3 slides max (Intro and Thank You slide excluded) proposing a brief solution.
- Submission must be in PDF format
- File naming format: TeamName_CaseStudy26.pdf
- Presentation should reflect:
- Problem understanding
- Core idea & approach
- Feasibility and impact
- Shortlisted teams will advance to the offline presentation round at MANIT, Bhopal.
Round 3: Case Presentation (On-Campus | MANIT Bhopal) :14 Feb 2026
- The top 15 shortlisted teams will present offline at MANIT Bhopal
- Presentation Duration: Maximum 10 minutes
- Q&A Session: 4-5 minutes with the judging panel
- Only team members may speak, and only when prompted by the moderator or judges
- Assured prizes for all Top 15 teams presenting their solutions offline
Eligibility
- Open to students from all across India
- Teams of 1 to 3 members
- Solo participants are welcome.
Judging Criteria
- Depth and quality of research
- Feasibility and scalability of the solution
- Clarity of thought & adherence to the problem
- Team collaboration and communication
- Ethical considerations and social impact
Why Participate?
- Present your ideas to industry experts & academicians
- Gain exposure at Central India’s largest entrepreneurship summit
- Receive assured rewards for top-performing teams
- Network with peers, mentors, and leaders driving social innovation
- Experience real-world decision-making under competitive pressure
Important dates & deadlines?
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2 Feb'26, 11:00 PM IST Registration Deadline
Contact the organisers
Send queries to organizersRewards and Prizes?
Prizes Worth 3 Lakhs
Winner
1 Lakh worth prizes: Cloud Credits, Stock Market App Premium, Online Course Coupons
1st Runner Up
90k worth prizes: Cloud Credits, Stock Market App Premium, Online Course Coupons
2nd Runner Up
80k worth prizes: Cloud Credits, Stock Market App Premium, Online Course Coupons
Finalist
Online Stock Market Courses worth 7.5K to each team
Participants
About Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal
- Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT) Bhopal was founded in the year 1960 and is named after the renowned educationalist and scholar, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, former Union Education Minister, Govt. of India.
- The campus is spread over an area of 650 acres of land.
- The entire campus consists of an administrative and academic building, workshop, Community center and Library, Residential area accommodation for students and faculty and other general amenities such as post office, dispensary, etc.
- MANIT offers various UG and PG programs in various streams of B.Tech and M.Tech respectively.