Build a Virtual Trading Platform

BlueFund Company is organizing a hackathon to build a next-gen Virtual Trading Platform (Paper Trading App)

• Enables users to simulate buying/selling mutual funds or stocks with virtual currency — without using real money
• Encourages innovation in fintech, supports financial literacy, and promotes practical learning of investment strategies
• Participants may build a web application, mobile app, or both

Guidelines:

• Eligibility:
  • Open to college students, working professionals, and startup teams
  • Team Size: 1 to 4 members
  • Inter-college teams: Allowed
  • Inter-specialization teams: Allowed (e.g., CS + MBA or Engineering + Commerce)
• Format:
  • Mode: Online / Hybrid
  • Platform: Web App / Mobile App (Android/iOS) / Both
  • Language: English
• Submission Requirements:
  • GitHub Repo with Code
  • Demo Video (3–5 minutes)
  • PDF Pitch Deck (Overview, Features, Team, Tech Stack)
  • Deployment Link (if available)

Process:

• Register online (through official registration form)
• (Optional) Idea shortlisting round
• Hackathon Duration – 72 Hours
• Final Submission: Code + Demo + Pitch
• Q&A Round (Optional)
• Results Announcement

Problem Statement:

• Main Task:
  • Build a virtual trading app where users can:
  • Register/Login
  • Get real-time/simulated stock or mutual fund prices
  • Perform buy/sell operations using virtual money
  • View transaction history and track gains/losses
  • Maintain portfolio dashboard
  • (Optional) Add features like leaderboard, tips, news

Hackathon Duration:

• Total Duration: 72 Hours
• Dates: 2nd May 2025 – 5th May 2025 (Submission Deadline: 5th May 11:59 PM IST)

Suggested Tech Stack:

• Frontend: React, Flutter, Android (Kotlin), Swift (iOS)
• Backend: Django, Node.js, Firebase
• Database: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Firebase
• APIs: Yahoo Finance, Alpha Vantage, or simulated data
• Hosting: Vercel, Firebase Hosting, AWS

Rules:

• All work must be original and built during the hackathon timeframe
• Team size must be between 1 and 4 members
• No pre-built complete project templates are allowed
• Late submissions after 11:59 PM IST on the deadline will not be accepted
• Use of third-party APIs is allowed if declared and free/open-source
• Team modifications after registration are not permitted
• All submissions must include:
  • GitHub Repository with README
  • Demo Video (hosted on YouTube/Drive)
  • PDF Pitch Deck
  • Optional: Live deployed app link
• Judging will be based on functionality, innovation, design, and presentation
• Finalists must be available for any live interaction or presentation round
• Maintain ethical and respectful conduct throughout the competition

Evaluation Criteria: