iHack4SDG Hackathon Program 2025 (N8 Million in Cash Prizes)

The iHack4SDG Hackathon is a catalyst for change, championing SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing a platform for innovators to develop groundbreaking digital solutions. Join iHack4SDG in developing innovative solutions for sustainable education.

This edition focuses on two critical areas:

1. EduHack – Building a next-generation mobile application for seamless professional membership management.
2.  ExamHack – Developing a web/mobile application to enhance the security, accessibility, and efficiency of digital examinations.

Track 1: EduHack 

About this Track: The EduHack is a mobile application set to serve the ICAN institution as a one-stop hub for communication, financial transactions, continuous professional development announcements, and membership management.

Participants are encouraged to develop an inspired design that supports a robust, secure, and scalable platform for an enhanced online experience, incorporating:

• User Dashboard
• Communication Hub
• Financial Transactions
• Training & CPD Modules 
• Online Voting & Surveys
• Event Management
• User Profile & Security 

Track 2: ExamHack 

About this Track: The ExamHack track is a hackathon experience that involves building around an web/mobile application for ICAN examinations This hackathon aims to develop an innovative e-exam software that meets global standards in security, scalability, and accessibility while ensuring fair and equitable access for all candidates, including those in low-connectivity regions.

Participants are encouraged to develop an inspired design that supports a robust, secure, and scalable platform for an enhanced online experience, incorporating:

• User-Friendly Interface
• Secure Authentication
• Robust Proctoring Options 
• Question Bank Management 
• Real-Time Monitoring & Analytics 
• Resilience & Scalability 
• Compliance & Data Protection
  Offline/Backup Capabilities 
• Reporting & Grading 

Why Apply?

• Expand your portfolio with real-world projects.
• Gain visibility in the tech ecosystem.
• Collaborate with industry leaders and experts.
• Develop solutions that could be adopted at scale.

Who Should Apply?

We welcome passionate innovators, developers, designers, and tech enthusiasts eager to build transformative solutions. This hackathon is ideal for:

• Software Developers & Engineers – Backend, frontend, and full-stack developers.
• UI/UX Designers – Experts in crafting user-friendly and accessible interfaces.
• Data Analysts & AI Specialists – Those skilled in data processing, analytics, and AI-driven solutions.

Cybersecurity Professionals – Individuals with expertise in authentication, encryption, and data protection.

Submission Requirements

Interested applicants must submit: 

✅ Proposal Document – A detailed description of the solution, its features, and technology stack. 

✅ Team Profile – Names, roles, and relevant experience of all team members.

Program Timeline

Phase 1: Call for Applications & Shortlisting (Weeks 1-4)

• Week 1 – 2: Submission of application including a call for application to help applicants understand the application process and requirements.
• Week 3:  Ongoing review, pairing and shortlisting.

Week 4: Onboarding / AMA Sessions for applicants for shortlisted candidate

Phase 2: Hackathon & Prototype Development (Weeks 5-11)

• Week 5: Presenting design flow (wireframing, UI/UX).

Week 6: Shortlisting best design flows and moving forward

Week 7-11: Prototype development with midpoint check-ins for feedback and guidance.

Phase 3: Demo Day & Evaluation (Week 12)

• Week 12: Demo Day with live pitches and winners announced.

Prize & Opportunities

Price Category	EduHack	ExamHack
First Place	NI,500,000	N2,500,000
Second Place	N1,000,000	N1,750,000
Third Place	N500,000	N750,000

In addition to cash prizes, the top three winners will be invited to form a consortium and awarded a contract to develop the final version of these applications.

📆 Application Deadline: May 21-11 June 2025

🔗 Apply to EduHack:https://forms.gle/tPPggV4cNxaFMbP1A
🔗 Apply to ExamHack:https://forms.gle/9fPzYcEKH1x2TE4n7

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