Code Rush
Rule Book
Introduction
Code Rush is a high-intensity, ICPC-style competitive programming challenge
designed to
test algorithmic thinking, speed, and problem-solving skills under pressure. The event
challenges teams to collaborate on solving complex algorithmic problems under strict
time
constraints. Success depends not only on coding proficiency but also on strategic
problem
selection, speed, and collective reasoning.
Event Structure
Format: Team-based (1–3 members per team).
Contest Style: ICPC (International Collegiate Programming Contest) style.
Rounds:
Main Round: A Competitive Coding contest where all registered teams
participate simultaneously.
Duration: 3 hours.
Problem Count: 6-7 problems
Platform: Will be announced via the official website.
Schedule: Exact dates and login windows will be announced via the official website.
Challenge Objective
Participants must solve a set of complex algorithmic problems within a fixed time
limit. The goal is to:
1. Analyse problem statements and identify the underlying data structures and
algorithms.
2. Write efficient, bug-free code that passes all hidden test cases.
3. Manage time effectively to maximize the number of solved problems.
Rules & Guidelines
Programming Languages: Participants may use C, C++, Java, or Python unless
otherwise specified by the contest platform.
Standard Input/Output: All solutions must read from standard input and write to
standard output.
No External Assistance: Use of the internet (other than the contest platform),
pre-written code (templates), or AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot) is strictly
Prohibited.
Communication: Team members may communicate with each other, but any
communication with members of other teams is grounds for immediate
Disqualification.
Penalty System: The ranking is based on the number of problems solved. Ties are
broken by "Total Time," which includes the time taken to solve each problem, plus a
5-minute penalty for every rejected submission (except for compile errors).
Evaluation & Scoring
Judging is automated via a real-time leaderboard. A submission is successful only if it
passes
all test cases within the specified:
Time Limit: Usually 1.0–5.0 seconds per test case.
Memory Limit: Usually 256MB–512MB.
Possible Verdicts:
1. Accepted (AC): Your solution is correct.
2. Wrong Answer (WA): Your output does not match the expected result.
3. Time Limit Exceeded (TLE): Your code is not efficient enough.
4. Runtime Error (RE): Your code crashed during execution.
Submission Requirements:
1. Solutions must be submitted through the official contest platform.
2. The last successful submission for each problem will be considered for the final
score.
3. Teams must ensure their code is original; all submissions will be run through a
plagiarism detection engine after the contest
Disqualification & Authority:
Plagiarism: Any team found using code from the internet or other teams will be
disqualified immediately.
Malpractice: Any attempt to attack the judging system or bypass contest restrictions
will result in a permanent ban.
Final Authority: The organizing committee holds the final authority to interpret
rules, resolve disputes, and validate the final rankings. All decisions are final and
binding.
Contact Information:
For any queries or clarifications regarding Code Rush, please reach out to:
Deepraj Singh- +91 88405 32693
Utkarsh Gupta- +91 70171 31702
Speed, Logic, and Precision: May the most efficient code
win.