Inter Iit Cultural Meet 6.0 Rulebook - Final Proposed Draft

INTER IIT CULTURAL MEET
6.0 RULEBOOK
TABLE OF CONTENTS
● CULTURAL MEET 6.0 RULEBOOK
● General Rules
● Quiz (180)
○ General (30)
○ Sports Quiz (30)
○ Sci-Tech (30)
○ Biz Quiz (30)
○ MELA Quiz (30)
○ India Quiz (30)
● Literary Arts (210)
○ Scrabble (30)
○ Cryptic Crossword (30)
○ Sacred Word Games (30)
○ Hindi Creative Writing (30)
○ English Creative Writing (30)
○ Hindi Poetry Writing (30)
○ English Poetry Writing (30)
● Speaking Arts (250)
○ Hindi Poetry Slam (30)
○ English Poetry Slam (30)
○ Parliamentary Debate Competition (100)
○ Just-A-Minute (30)
○ Stand Up Comedy (30)
○ Improv Battle (30)
● Dance Arts (200)
○ Group Dance (100)
○ Just Duet (50)
○ Street Battle (50)
● Theatre Arts (260)
○ Street Play (100)
○ Stage Play (100)
○ Mono-Acting (30)
○ Mime (30)
● Musical Arts (200)
○ Band Competition (100)
○ Solo Singing (50)
○ Classical Vocal Solo (50)
● Filmmaking Arts (200)
○ 51 Hour Film Making (100)
○ Online Short Filmmaking Competition (100)
● Fine Arts (200)
○ Live Sketching (50)
○ Canvas Painting (50)
○ Charcoal Art (50)
○ Costume Design (50)
● Digital Arts (230)
○ Photoshop Battle (30)
○ Online Graphic design (30)
○ Design Marathon (50)
○ Street Photography (40)
○ Online Photography Competition (40)
○ Online Photostory (40)
● Fashion (100)
○ Fashion Show (70)
○ Online Modelling Competition (30)
● Culinary Arts (160)
○ Cook Off (50)
○ Tag Team (50)
○ Décor de Gâteau (30)
○ Mixology (30)
GENERAL RULES
1. The point distribution for each event shall be as follows:
Position Percentage of event points awarded

1st 100
2nd 80
3rd 60
4th 40
5th 30
6th - 8th 20
9th and below 10
2. In case of a tie, all the tied teams will be awarded the same
points as per the above table and the subsequent positions will
be blocked.
3. The decision of the judges shall be final and binding for all
events.
4. In case of delays caused because of malfunction of any

equipment malfunction provided by the host IIT, the participant
will be allowed to restart the performance or continue from the
point of interruption. Grace time, if required, will be given as
per judges’ discretion.
5. Penalties will be deducted from the total judging score of the
team.
6. In Individual Events, all the individual submissions will be

judged independently and points obtained by individual
submissions will be stacked to calculate the final points of an
IIT.
7. All the submissions sent via email shall carry the prefix of the
following format: “EVENTNAME_IITNAME_(1)_(2)” Where, (1) is
the entry number in case of an individual event with more than
one submissions, (2) is the name of the participant in case of an
individual event. All submissions need to be made to
submission.interiitculturalmeet@gmail.com
8. The submission emails sent only from the communicated email

ID of the Contingent Leader shall be taken into account.
9. Use of unfair means will lead to immediate disqualification of

the IIT from that event.
10. The list of participants for each event has to be submitted

before the commencement of the Cultural Meet. It is the
responsibility of the IIT to make sure that the mentioned
participants are the only ones in the specified event. Violation
of this rule will lead to disqualification of the team from
the event.
11. The Judge’s decision will be final and binding in all circumstances
Quizzes
No. of teams per IIT: No limit in prelims, max of 3 teams in
final
No of participants per team: 3 or less
Description:
A typical quiz event, consisting of prelims and finals, set by
reputed QMs from across the country.
General Quiz (30)

Quiz that spans the vast spectrum of knowledge, encompassing
anything and everything under the sun. With questions that
traverse diverse topics, this quiz promises to challenge your wits
and test your breadth of understanding.
Sports Quiz (30)

Spanning the entire sporting universe, from legendary athletes like
Ashe to iconic events like the Ashes, this challenge covers all things
sports-related.
Sci-Tech (30)
An exploration of the ever-evolving realms of science and
technology in this engaging quiz. From cutting-edge innovations to
fundamental scientific principles, this quiz covers all facets of the
fascinating world of Sci-tech.
Biz Quiz (30)

The dynamic world of business that navigates the ever-evolving
landscape of commerce and entrepreneurship. Test your acumen
on everything from corporate giants to start up success stories.
MELA Quiz (30)

The MELA Quiz, encompassing the fields of Music, Entertainment,
Literature and Art is one of the most anticipated events in the
Inter IIT line-up! If you think you have what it takes to navigate
your way through these exhilarating fields.
India Quiz (30)
The tapestry of India's culture, art, history, sports, and beyond in
this immersive quiz. Explore the richness of this diverse nation
and test your knowledge on its myriad facets.
Rules:
• Each quiz consists of a written prelims round followed by on-
stage finals for 8 qualifying teams.
• The quiz will start on the arrival of the quiz master. No request
for delaying the quiz will be entertained.
• In case of any discrepancy, the word of the quiz master shall be
final and binding.
• Use of unfair means will lead to immediate disqualification of
the IIT from that event.
• More than three teams from the same IIT will not make it to the
finals.
• The points would be given only for to the finalist teams. Prelims
participation would not fetch points.
• A student can only be a part of one team (for each quiz)
Tiebreakers and other rules will be announced by the
quizmaster
• In case of multiple qualifications in the prelims, from the same
IIT, only the best 3 teams from an IIT will proceed to final and
points received to individual teams would be stacked for their
respective IITs. All teams in finals will retain and be awarded
their points according to their positions.
Literary Arts
Scrabble (30)
No of participants per IIT: 5
Time Limit: - 44 minutes per game
Description:
A Scrabble tournament where players battle it out over multiple
rounds of games to crown the ultimate Scrabble Champions.
Games will happen on physical Scrabble boards.
Rules (Game format):
• Games will be 1v1, with all players playing all rounds of the
tournament. The final results will be based on the cumulative
wins over all rounds (Player will get 1 point for every win, 0 for
every loss and 0.5 in the case of a bye for each game).
• Time limit for each game: 40 (+4 overtime) minutes (20 (+2
overtime) per side). Things like arranging tiles, time for totaling,
etc. are not counted in the 15 minutes. Going over the time limit
will automatically award the win to the opponent (Time forfeit).
• Upon entering each minute of overtime, 10 points are deducted
from the player’s score. If the player reaches the end of the
second minute of overtime, they lose by time forfeit.
• Matches are not void. You can challenge your opponent’s play.
Any play may be challenged before the next player starts a turn.
If the play challenged is unacceptable, the challenged player
takes back their tiles and loses that turn. If the play challenged
is acceptable, the challenger loses their next turn. Consult the
dictionary for challenges only. All words made in one play are
challenged simultaneously. If any word is unacceptable, then the
entire play is unacceptable. Only one turn is lost on any
challenge.
Judging Criteria:
We will be following the official Scrabble rules as detailed in this
link: https://scrabble.hasbro.com/en-us/rules
All disputes will be settled by the Tournament Director, who will
have the final word on disputes.
Cryptic Crossword (30)
No of teams per IIT: 4 (maximum)
No of participants per team: 1-2
Time Limit: 1-hour prelims + 2.5 hours’ finals
Description:
Sharpen your linguistic skills and engage your intellect as you
decipher clues that will lead you to the hidden answers. Join us in
this cerebral quest where every square holds a secret waiting to be
revealed.
A standard cryptic crossword grid, set by an external setter for
prelims, following which the top 8 teams proceed to the finals in a
bounce/pounce + written format.
Rules:
• Prelims will consist of a grid to solve in a stipulated time.
• The top 8 teams advance to the finals, which will have a format
similar to quiz finals (bounce/pounce and written rounds). The
exact format would be at the discretion of the judge.
finals.
• Pounce and Bounce rules -
These are a set of rules for determining the scoring pattern of the
in case a dispute arises, the setter's word is final.
Judging Criteria:
As per the scoring format of the set. For prelims, there will be
starred clues to break ties if multiple teams have the points.
Sacred Word Games (30)
No of teams per IIT: 4 (maximum)

Time Limit: 1-hour prelims + 2.5 hours’ finals
Description:
A written word games set, which will be a mixed bag of word
games. These games will challenge your vocabulary and nerve,
with clues and riddles inspired by the eeriest tales.
Prelims, following which the top 8 teams proceed to the finals in a
bounce/pounce + written format.
Rules:
• Prelims will consist of a written word game set to solve within a
stipulated time.
• The top 8 teams advance to the finals, which will have a format
similar to quiz finals (bounce/pounce and written rounds).
finals.
• In case a dispute arises, the setter’s word is final.
Judging Criteria:
As per the scoring format of the set. For prelims, there will be
starred clues to break ties if multiple teams have the same points.
Hindi Creative Writing (30)
No of teams per IIT: 2
No of participants per team: 1
Time Limit: 4 hrs
Description:
A Theme Based individual event where participants will write a
short story of 1000- 2000 words in Hindi based on given prompts.
Rules:
• Entries should have a title and the word limit is 2000 words.
• This will be a theme-based writing competition where the theme
will be provided on the spot and the participants must come up
with the story in the given time.
• The short story should be an original work of the participant.
Plagiarism of any kind is not allowed. The story can be inspired
a bit but it must be mentioned. Also, any charge of plagiarism
will be dealt by the judges.
• The story should originally be in Hindi. Words of Urdu and English
are allowed but not an entire composition. Although the script of
the composition should be Devanagari.
• No participant will be allowed to enter the hall after 1 hour from
the competition start timing. Participants will be allowed to leave
after completion of two hours of competition time
• Illustrations such as graphs and sketches are not allowed.
• Any form of vulgarity/obscenity in content will be dealt with very
strictly. The participant’s entry may be disqualified from the
competition. It will be left to the judge's discretion.
Judging Criteria:
Prose Structure 20%
Creativity and Content 30%
Vocabulary and Language 20%
Relevance to theme 20%
Overall Impact 10%

English Creative Writing (30)
Time Limit: 4 hrs
Description:
A Theme Based individual event where participants will write a
short story in English based on the given prompts.
Rules:
• The word limit is 2000 words.
• Entries should have a title.
with the story in the given time.
• The short story should be an original work of the participant.
Plagiarism of any kind is not allowed. The story can be inspired
a bit but it must be mentioned. Also, any charge of plagiarism
will be dealt by the judges.
• No participant will be allowed to enter the hall after 1 hour from
the competition start timing. Participants will be allowed to leave
after completion of two hours of competition time
• Each participant must write and submit 1 short story on the
provided themes on-spot in English only.
Judging Criteria:
Prose Structure 20%
Vocabulary and Language 20%
Overall Impact 10%

Hindi Poetry Writing (30)
Time Limit: 2 hr
Description:
A Theme-based individual event where participants will write a poetry of
100-200 words in Hindi based on given prompts.
Rules:
• The word limit is 100-250 words.
• Entries should have a title
with the poem in the given time.
• The poem should be an original work of the participant.
• Plagiarism of any kind is not allowed.
• The poem should originally be in Hindi. Words of Urdu and
English are allowed but not an entire composition. Although the
script of the composition should be Devanagari.
• No participant will be allowed to enter the hall after 15 mins from
the competition start timing.
Judging Criteria:
Poem Structure and 25%
complexity
Overall Impact 20%

English Poetry Writing (30)
Time Limit: 2 hr
Description:
A Theme-based individual event where participants will write a poetry of
100-200 words in English based on given prompts.
Rules:
• The word limit is 100-250 words.
• Entries should have a title
with the poem in the given time.
• The poem should be an original work of the participant.
• Plagiarism of any kind is not allowed.
• The poem should originally be in English only
• No participant will be allowed to enter the hall after 15 mins from
the competition start timing.
Judging Criteria:
Poem Structure and 25%
complexity
Overall Impact 20%

SPEAKING AND COMEDIC ARTS
Hindi Slam Poetry (30)

Time Limit: 5 mins per participant
Description:
A Non-Theme Based individual event where participants perform
original works of poetry
Rules:
• All kinds of poem compositions are allowed. The poem should
originally be in Hindi. Words of English and Urdu are allowed
but not an entire composition.
• Whether the composition is original or not has to be announced
before the performance. Zero marks for both Content and
Creativity & Vocabulary and Poetry Language will be awarded
if not original. Refer below for Marks Distribution. If not
announced, the entry will be canceled.
• If your claim of originality is incorrect then the individual entry
will not be considered valid for the competition.
• For each performance, performers are allowed at most 5
Minutes of recital (There can be multiple poems in each
performance but the total time of performance should not
exceed 5 minutes)
• Jazz poetry and beat poetry will not carry any extra marks.
Participants may carry a piece of paper or phone which they
may refer to while reciting.
• Any form of vulgarity/obscenity in content will be dealt with
very strictly. The participant’s entry may be disqualified from
the competition. It will be left to judge's discretion.
• The judge’s decision will be final and binding. In case of
ambiguity at the last minute, the matter will be resolved by the
judge.
Judging Criteria:
Vocabulary and Poetry Language 15%
Content and Creativity 20%
Performing Style and Diction 30%
Originality 15%
Overall Impact 20%
English Slam Poetry (30)

Time Limit: 5 mins per participant
Description:
A Non-Theme Based individual event where participants perform
original works of poetry
Rules:
• All kinds of poem compositions are allowed. The poem should
originally be in English only
• Whether the composition is original or not has to be announced
before the performance. Zero marks for both Content and
Creativity & Vocabulary and Poetry Language will be awarded
if not original. Refer below for Marks Distribution. If not
announced, the entry will be canceled.
• If your claim of originality is incorrect then the individual entry
will not be considered valid for the competition.
• For each performance, performers are allowed at most 5 Minutes
of recital (There can be multiple poems in each performance but
the total time of performance should not exceed 5 minutes)
• Jazz poetry and beat poetry will not carry any extra marks.
Participants may carry a piece of paper or phone which they may
refer to while reciting.
competition. It will be left to judge's discretion.
• The judge’s decision will be final and binding. In case of
ambiguity at the last minute, the matter will be resolved by the
judge.
Judging Criteria:
Vocabulary and Poetry Language 15%
Content and Creativity 20%

Performing Style and Diction 30%
Originality 15%
Overall Impact 20%
Parliamentary Debate (80+20)

For each participating team, they will be required to send 2
adjudicators.
Please note that there will be an upper limit of adjudicators from
each IIT to avoid team and speaker clashes. If the speaker team
fails to fulfil the adjudication criteria, there will be a penalty of 5
points from the overall tally.
No of participants per team: 3 + 2 adjudicators

There will be an adjudication test for all adjudicators to decide the
adjudicators on the panel.
Time Limit: 2 days (Prelim round 1.5 hours each x 3 + 2 Semis

+ 1 Finals)
Tournament Structure:
• There will be 3 preliminary rounds in which teams will be ranked
according to wins and losses.
• In the event of a tie, speaker scores and margin of victory shall
be used.
• This will be followed by the top 4 teams qualifying to further
rounds: The Semi Finals and Final.
• Semi-finals will have a knockout format wherein the two winning
teams will proceed to the finals.
• A panel of core adjudicators will be appointed to set the motions
and conduct the debate for Semi-Finals and Finals.
• The adjudicators will deliver a seven-minute oral adjudication at
the end of the debate. Following this, the debaters will score the
adjudicators. The adjudicator scores obtained by the judges of
each IIT will be added to their debate scores to determine the
points table. Kindly note that the selection to semi-finals (team
breaks) will however depend only on the debate scores,
wins/losses, and margin of victory.
Judging Criteria:
Manner, Matter and Method (Standard Asian Parliamentary rules)
Asian Parliamentary Format

• Themed rounds
• Motion ranking with veto
• 25 minutes’ preparation time
• 7 minutes speaking time with the first and last minutes as
protected time
• Standard speaker roles apply
• 4 minutes’ reply speech from a non-whip member of the team
• 7 minutes’ oral adjudication followed by secret ballot of
adjudicators by teams
A detailed Handbook of Parliamentary Debate Procedures will be

shared later by the organizing team.
The adjudication will also be judged and ranked according to the

Standard judge scoring guide and the top 5 adjudicator will be
awarded 20 points total in addition to the points secured by an
IIT in debate. The pints secured by the adjudicator will be
stacked for an IIT. (Refer to Page 59: WUDC Judging Manual .pdf for judge scale)
Just a Minute (JAM) (30)

Rules:
• Only Queen’s English must be spoken (points deducted for
deviation).
• In Prelims, a panel, max of 6 participants can be there.
• Standard rules would remain consistent throughout all the
panels and the stages of the scrabble.
• The Judge would finalize the standard rules that would be
followed through.
• No gesticulation is allowed (points deducted for deviation).
Repetition of the topic can be done no more than once in the
speech.
• Standard Just-A-Minute rules apply. Click Here for the Rules.
The judge’s decision will be final and binding. In case of
ambiguity at the last minute, the matter will be resolved by
the judge.
Stand Up (30)

Time Limit: 6-8 minutes
Description:
Individual event in which participants have to perform Stand Up
Comedy in front of an audience
Rules:
• Participants have to prepare a set that is to be performed in front
of the live audience
• Any plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification. Any form
of pre-recorded music is not allowed during performance.
• Props are allowed but carry no weightage. Participants can use it
to enhance their performance.
• Visual aids (slides/videos/pictures) are not to be used
• The performance must be delivered in only English or Hindi.
Obscenity and vulgarity are left to judges' discretion.
Penalty:
Exceeding the time limit will cause deduction of 5 marks per
minute.
After 10 minutes, the participant will be asked to leave the stage
along with a penalty of 10 marks.
Judging Criteria:
Humorous content (Premises, punchlines etc.) 30%
Content Delivery (Orator-ship) 30%
Stage Presence + Audience Engagement 20%
Overall Impact 20%
Improv Battle (30)

Time Limit: 6-8 minutes
Description:
Improvisational comedy, or improv comedy, is a theatrical art
form where improvisers perform without a script. The actors then
riff on the suggestions, listening closely to one another and
allowing scenes to spontaneously develop in real-time.
Rules:
• Participants have to perform a spontaneous act in front of the
live audience.
• Any plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification. Any form
of pre-recorded music is not allowed during performance.
• Props are allowed but carry no weightage. Participants can use it
to enhance their performance.
• Visual aids (slides/videos/pictures) are not to be used.
• The performance must be delivered in only English or Hindi;
vernacular words may be used as a part of a joke but may or
may not be graded solely based on the Judge’s discretion.
• Obscenity is left to judges' discretion.
Penalty:
Exceeding the time limit will cause deduction of 5 marks per
minute.
After 10 minutes, the participant will be asked to leave the stage
along with a penalty of 10 marks.
Judging Criteria:
Judge-specific metrics (free to be 20%
allocated by the judge)
Humour content 20%
Spontaneity 20%
Audience Appeal 10%
Confidence 10%
Cast enjoyment 10%

Dance Arts
General Rules:
• Stunts which pose any risk to life are not permitted. Exceeding
the time limit is strictly not allowed.
• Spilling of powdery substance, fluids, usage of fire, props or any
substance which might damage the stage or adversely affect the
performance of other teams is strictly not allowed. Any team
found using it would face a penalty of 30% points (that is 30%
of the maximum points they can get in that following
competition). The teams will be expected to restore the stage to
its original condition within the set time limit in case any prop or
substance that causes temporary changes is used (e.g., in case
of spilling powdered substances, the stage will need to be
cleaned up by the team).
• Tracks should be submitted in mp3 before 11:59 pm of 20th
December, 2023 for both Group Dance and Just Duet to
submission.interiitculturalmeet@gmail.com
• Vulgarity and obscenity are strictly not allowed. It will be left to
judges’ discretion, and their decision will be final and binding in
case any part of the performance is found objectionable.
Group Dance (100)

No. of teams per IIT: 1
No. of participants per Team: 5-37 (including backstage
members and lights and sound in-charges)
Time Limit: 5-13 minutes (including stage setup)
Description: A group event where participants perform together

as a cohesive unit with musicality showcasing various styles and
cultures.
Rules:
• Music pieces should be a minimum of 5 and a maximum of 13
minutes long and must not be vulgar (contain inappropriate,
lewd, or offensive language).This is left to judge’s discretion.
• Songs of all types/languages are allowed (remixes, folk, etc. are
allowed).
• Props may be used to enhance the performance. Normalization
of scores will be done to have objective judging.
Penalty:
• 13:01 - 14:00 - 10 marks
• 14:01 - 15:00 - 20 marks
• 15:01 - 16:00 - 30 marks
• After 16 minutes the music will be stopped along with a penalty
of 35 marks.
• Cumulative duration of 20 seconds or more taken from another
dance original moves or unique dancing style will lead to losing
all marks from originality
Judging Criteria:
Choreography and versatility
25%
Coordination 25%
Energy + Body language
(expressions) 15%
Creativity and Originality

(Creativity includes prop
usage, costume, variety etc.) 10%
Stage utilization + Transitions 15%

Overall Impact + X factor 10%
12.20
6.20
Group Dance will take place in Netaji Auditorium. The dimensions
(in metres) for the same are as mentioned above
Just Duet (50)

No. of participants per Team: 2
Duration of each performance: 2.5-6 minutes(including setup)
Description: A duet dance is a performance by two dancers,

coordinating and choreographing their moves together for a
synchronized and engaging routine.
Rules:
• Music pieces should be a minimum of 2.5 and a maximum of 6
minutes long and must not be vulgar (contain inappropriate,
lewd, or offensive language).
• Songs of all types/languages are allowed (remixes, folk, etc. are
allowed).
• Participants are allowed to use props for a part of their
performance. No props will be provided by event organisers.
• Normalization of scores will be done to have objective judging.
Penalty:
• Deduction of 10 marks for every 30 seconds after 6th minute.
Music will be stopped after 7 minutes with a 30-mark penalty
• Cumulative duration of 20 seconds or more taken from another
dance original moves or unique dancing style will lead to losing
all marks from originality
Judging Criteria:
Choreography 30%
Coordination 25%
Creativity and Uniqueness
(Creativity/Uniqueness
10%
i.e. prop usage,
costume, variety)
Energy 20%
Overall Impact 15%
12.20
6.20
Just Duet will take place in Netaji Auditorium. The dimensions(in

metres) for the same are as mentioned above
Street Battle (50)
No. of participants per Team: 4-10
Description: Competitive freestyle dance event where dancers

showcase skills and creativity against each other.
The following is a list of street styles allowed:
• Locking Popping
• Bboying / Bgirling (breaking) Waacking / Punking Vogueing
• Afro
• House Dance
• Party Dances or Club Dances (popular or trendy dances) Hip Hop
Dance / Choreography
• Krumping
• Stepping / Gumboots
Rules:
• Each battle will be a street style dance face-off, eliminative in
nature.
• One battle between teams will have 3 rounds. Each round of a
battle will be of 45 seconds.
• In each round, both teams will have to perform on the same song
which will be played in continuation. The team which will go first
will be decided by a toss at the beginning of the battle and
thereafter the next team will go first in the next round and again
the first team in the third round and so on.
• The number of people dancing in each round of the battle is up
to the individual team's discretion.
• Any combination of routine solo/duo/group should be
performed for at least 30 seconds in a round. The round will be
considered lost by the team in case it violates this rule.
• A penalty of 10 marks will be imposed for vulgar actions, extreme
aggression or doing any action which is inappropriate or harmful
• The fixture will be decided according to the number of
participating IITs and battles/byes will be decided by picking up
chits.
Penalty:
• A penalty of 10 marks will be imposed for vulgar actions. extreme
aggression or doing any such action which is inappropriate.
Judging Criteria:
Musicality 35%
Synchronization and Execution 20%
Energy 20%
Creativity and Uniqueness 15%
Overall Impact 10%
Theatre Arts
Street Play (100)
Time Limit: 30 minutes (from empty stage to empty stage)
Description:
Street Play is an event where actors present a play in outdoor
public spaces, with no specific target audience.
Rules:
• The act should be either in English or Hindi or both. Both original
and adapted scripts are allowed.
• Exact copying of scenes will be considered plagiarism, and the
penalization will be left to judges’ discretion.
• Modification and adaptation of other plays (with proper credits),
and performance of any past production by the IIT in question,
is allowed.
• The judge's decision is final and binding
• The time expended because of applause interruption will not be
added to the play time.
• Obscenity of any kind that is harmful to the interests or beliefs
of specific but not limited to social, economic, religious, gender
or political groups is strictly punishable and can lead to
disqualification of the IIT. In case of dispute, the decision of the
judge will be final.
Penalty:
• Deduction of 5 marks per minute after the 30th minute After 35
minutes, the team will be asked to leave the stage along with a
penalty of 30 marks.
Judging Criteria:
Script and Originality 20%
Acting, Energy, and Voice 40%

Direction & Coherence in
20%
implementation
Creativity and Overall Impact. 20%
An ‘empty stage’ is stipulated as the requirement for a team

member to ensure that they retrieve all items they bring onto the
stage upon their departure from it.
Stage Play (100)

No of participants per team: 30 (including backstage/crew
members)
Time Limit: 45-75 minutes (from empty stage to empty stage)
Each team will get a 30-minute practice time. The same will be
communicated with the Contingent Leaders
Description:
Stage play is an event where participants put up a play that is up
to 75 minutes long from empty stage to empty stage (wings
excluded).
Rules:
• The play should only be in English or Hindi or both, but a few
word (Including slangs) of otherlanguages are allowed.
• Both original and adapted scripts are allowed.
• The details of the play need to be sent by the deadline 11:59pm,
16th December, 2023. The details include;
• The title of the play.
• Approximate duration
• Requirements from the host institute (subject to
availability)
• If self-written, credits to the playwrights and/or plays
whose material has been used. The subject line would
be as per the common format STAGEPLAY_IITNAME
• Use of flammable substances or liquids is strictly prohibited. In
case of special liquid requirements with the context of the play is
absolutely necessary, then an exception may be made under the
discretion of the organising team. The Organising Team must be
informed at least 2 days prior to the performance.
• Original script or an original adaptation of a playwright’s script is
allowed, and will be judged equally (only based on performance).
• Vulgarity is strictly prohibited and can lead to disqualification.
• The time expended because of applause interruption will not be
added to the play timing.
• Any damage caused to the stage will result in a 30% penalty.
• Performances exceeding the time limit will be penalised.
• Judges' decisions are final and binding.
Penalty:
• Deduction of 5 marks per minute after 75th minute
• After 80 minutes, the team will be disqualified but they may
continue their performance
Judging Criteria:
Script and Direction 35%
Acting 35%
Lights and Music 15%

Creativity and Stage
10%
Setting/Design
Overall Impact 5%
Stage Play will take place in Kalidas Auditorium. The dimensions
(in metres) for the same are as mentioned above:
Mono-Acting (30)
No of participants per team: 1 actor, maximum 4 background
members Time Limit: 5-10 minutes (from empty stage to empty
stage)
Description:
Mono acting is an event where a monologue is delivered by a
single actor.
Rules:
• The act has to be in English or Hindi or both. Few words of any
other language are allowed.
• Any props required for the act must be brought by the
participants. Any other requirements have to be informed
beforehand, and are subject to availability.
• Performances exceeding the time limit may be penalized.
Penalty:
• Deduction of 5 marks per minute after the 10th minute.
• After 13 minutes, the team will be disqualified and will be
asked to leave the stage.
Judging Criteria:
Script and Direction 25%
Acting 40%
Lights and Music 15%

Creativity and Overall Impact 20%
MonoActing will take place in SN Bose Auditorium. The

dimensions(in metres) for the same are as mentioned above
Mime (30)
No of participants per team: 3-10 members (including
backstage members/crew)
Time Limit: 5-10 minutes (from empty stage to empty stage)
Description:
Teams will be required to present a skit in the form of mime.
Rules:
• Performance may comprise multiple scenes and hence have
blackouts.
• No dialogue or backstage voiceover/narration of any sort is
allowed in the performance.
• Pre-recorded music is allowed and should be brought in a pen
drive in .mp3 format only. However, the music should not contain
any kind of recognizable human words in any language.
Participants will be provided with a laptop and are expected to
appoint an individual to manage sounds during the performance
within the team limit
• Music may also be played live. However, no amplifiers or plug
points will be provided for this purpose.
• Usage of props and other costumes etc. is allowed. However, any
kind of fluids, live animals, flame, artificial colours, heavy and
sharp objects, or any other material which has a possibility of
damaging the stage is STRICTLY not allowed.
• Any kind of damage caused to the stage will result in immediate
disqualification.
• Time limit is 5-10 minutes for each team. 5 Negative points for
exceeding or lacking each minute of the maximum time limit or
the minimum time limit respectively.
• The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
Judging Criteria:
Screenplay, Story & Creativity. 35%
Acting 35%
Lights and Music (in coherence

15%
to the performance)
Overall Impact 15%
Mime will take place in Kalidas Auditorium. The dimensions(in metres)

for the same are as mentioned above
Music
General Rules:
● A standard drum kit (5-piece drum kit, two crashes, one ride,
one hi-hat, and a double pedal) will be provided. Teams are
expected to bring other instruments with them.
● Profanity is allowed but not encouraged in the lyrics. Teams are
requested to submit the lyrics of all their songs before the
beginning of the event to the organising team.
● The judges would be judging from “AMPS ON” to “AMPS
OFF.” The participants must make sure to prompt the judges to
mark the beginning and ending of the performance
differentiating it from the setup time.
Band Competition (100)

No. of participants per Team: 3-20 (including all crew)
Duration: Maximum of 20 minutes + 5 minutes (for setup) + 5
minutes of extra time in case the band has a left-handed
drummer.
Every team will get practice slots of 20+ 5 minutes (for setup)
before the event for sound check. The schedule will be notified to
Contingent Leaders.
Description: A group music event where participants of the band

perform in synchrony with various instruments and vocal artists
in multiple genres.
Rules:
● There is no constraint on the genre of songs. Suitable judges will
be called to judge Eastern as well as Western Music. However,
variety will be appreciated.
● The number of people on the stage should at least be three and
no more than 15 during the performance.
● At least three instruments are always required on stage.
● It is advised that apart from the performing group, an extra
person guides the audio engineer for the off-stage mix.
● In the case of Instrument Players, a physical instrument has to
be used to generate sound on the stage. The usage of virtual
instruments to generate the sound is prohibited.
● For Instruments, usage of virtual amps/plugins to modify the
sound is allowed.
Penalty:
● Deduction of 5 marks per 30 seconds after the maximum
permissible time for the team.
● After the 32nd minute, music will be stopped.
Judging Criteria:
Song Selection (Coherence,
Quality 15%
and Variety in Set list)
Creativity/Originality 15%
Synchronization 30%
Technical Brilliance/Individual
30%
Skill
Overall Impact 10%
Solo Singing (50)
Duration: Maximum of 5 minutes per performance, including
sound-check.
Description: Solo singing competition where participants are

judged over lite and western music.
Rules:
● Only acoustic or percussion accompaniment (maximum 1) is
allowed. The person singing can also play the instrument, but in
this case, he/she will not be allowed any other accompanist.
● Karaoke or recorded tracks are not allowed.
● For each performance, at most 5 Minutes of songs, performers
are allowed. (There can be multiple songs in each performance,
but the total performance time should not exceed 5 minutes.)
● No restriction on language. Participants can perform pieces either
in Western or Light Music styles.
● Digital Tanpura is allowed irrespective of any other
accompaniment.
Penalty:
● Exceeding the time limit will cause a deduction of 10 marks per
minute.
● After 7 minutes, the sound will be stopped, and the team will be
Judging Criteria:
Song Selection 30%
Taal/Rhythm Sense 20%
Sur/Melody 30%
Overall Impact 10%
Classical Vocal Solo (50)
Duration: Maximum of 5 minutes per performance including
sound- check.
Description: Classical Solo Vocal competition, Hindustani and

Carnatic performances will be judged together.
Rules:
● Participants are required to report at least 15 minutes before the
commencement of the competition.
● An electronic Tanpura will be provided at the venue. No other
instruments are allowed.
● Carnatic Participants can present a Kriti/Keerthanam of their
choice.
● Hindustani Participants can present a Madhya Laya or a Drut
Laya Bandish, or a Tarana.
● Manodharma (one or more of Ragam/Neraval/Swaram or
Alap/Bol Alap/Taans) is encouraged, although not compulsory.
Penalty:
● Exceeding the time limit will cause a deduction of 10 marks per
minute.
● After 7 minutes, the sound will be stopped, and the team will be
Judging Criteria:
Song Selection 30%
Taal/Rhythm Sense 20%
Sur/Melody 30%
Overall Impact 10%
FILMMAKING ARTS
51 Hour Film Making (100)
No. of participants per Team: 4-17 members
Time Limit: 3 - 8 min (including credits)
Theme: Will be announced on the first day of the meet.
Description: The 51-hour filmmaking competition is a theme-

based event. Submission will be taken offline. You must complete
everything - scripting, shooting, and editing within 51 hours. A
short synopsis of the film also must be submitted.
Submission deadline: 51 hours after the theme is announced.
Submission: Final movie, some major raw shots used to make

the final movie (the host institute reserves the right to ask for
specific raw shots if needed)
Rules:
• The content of the movie should be appropriate for public
screening and thus should have no kind of vulgarity or
obscenity.
• The sequence of screening will be decided by picking up
chits from the number of submissions.
• Judges will not comment on any entry in between; all
comments will be given at the end of the screening.
• Subtitles are compulsory in case of usage of any language
other than English.
• A synopsis of not more than 100 words must be
submitted. Penalty of (5 or 10) points for failing to do so
• Short films should be shot within the boundaries of the
city of the host IIT. Failing to do so would result in
disqualification.
• Use of copied lyrical music is not allowed and its usage
would lead to a penalty of 5-10 points.
• You are free to use a song(lyrics-free), an instrumental or
a mix of different background sounds/music as the
background score for your film. You need to provide
proper credits in case you use someone else’s creation.
An Original Poem or Original Compositions (music made
especially for the movie) are allowed and appreciated. A
penalty of 8 marks will be imposed in the final judging
sheet if credits are not provided in the video credits in
such a case.
• The movie must not suggest in any way (explicitly, or
implicitly) the name of the IIT that made it.
• Please note, no computer/hardware can be made available
from the organizing team’s side.
Penalty:
• Exceeding the time limit will cause deduction of 5 marks per
minute. Entries with duration more than 10 minutes will not
be judged.
• Penalties for late submission are as follows:
o 15 min after deadline 5 marks
o 30 min after deadline- 10 marks
o 60 min after deadline- 20 marks
o No submission will be accepted 90 mins after the
deadline
• If the movie lacks relevance to the given theme, a maximum
of 30 marks shall be deducted from the overall score, as per
the judge’s discretion.
Judging Criteria:
Story and Screenplay 25%
Cinematography & Direction 30%

Editing (also includes background
25%
score, sound design, Foley, VFX,
etc.)
Acting 5%
Overall Impact (production value,
overall vibes from the film, etc.) 15%
Online Short Filmmaking Competition (100)
No. of participants per Team: No limit
Time Limit: 4-15mins (credits included)
Description: An online short filmmaking competition
Submission deadline: 11:59 pm IST, 24th December, 2023
Submission: Final movie, some major raw shots used to make

the final movie (the host institute reserves the right to ask for
specific raw shots if needed)
Rules:
• There is no limit on the number of cast and crew members.
• A synopsis of not more than 100 words must be submitted.
Penalty of (5 or 10) points on failing to do so
• Use of copied lyrical music is not allowed and its usage would
lead to a penalty of 5-10 points.
• The content of the movie should be appropriate for public
screening and thus should have no kind of vulgarity or
obscenity. Entries will be screened in reverse order of
submission (The entry submitted first will be screened last).
• Subtitles are compulsory in case of usage of languages other
than English. It is optional for English.
• The movie must not suggest in any way (explicitly, or
implicitly) the name of the IIT that made it.
• Subtitles are required in case of usage of languages other
than English/Hindi. If a small section uses some other
language, then please add subtitles even for that. A penalty
of 10 marks will be imposed in the final judging sheet if this
is not followed.
• Stock footage or footage used that have not been shot by
the College members for the particular movie must be given
due credit in the movie or credits. You need to submit the
link of any such stock footage used at the time of
submission. There is a limit of 20% on using stock footage.
If any of the above rules are not followed, a penalty of 20
marks will be imposed in the final judging sheet.
• Please carry footage in a hard disk while coming for the
compe1tition
• The video should be shot only after launch, 1st December
2023. If some allegations for violating this rule are raised
against any entry, you will have to provide enough proof.
Failure to do so may lead to disqualification.
• You are free to use a song, an instrumental or a mix of
different background sounds/music as the background score
for your film. You need to provide proper credits in case you
use someone else’s creation. An Original Poem or Original
Compositions (a music made especially for the movie) are
allowed and appreciated. A penalty of 8 marks will be
imposed in the final judging sheet if credits are not provided
in the video credits in such a case.
Penalty:
• 5 marks will be deducted for every hour exceeded after the
deadline. No submissions will be accepted after 12 PM. the
following day.
Judging Criteria:
Screenplay & acting 25%
Cinematography & Direction 30%

Editing (also includes background
score, sound design, Foley, VFX 25%
etc.)
Production 10%
Overall Impact (overall vibes from
the film etc.) 10%
Fine Arts
Live Sketching (50)
No. of members per team: 1
Duration: 4 hours
Description: A pencil sketching competition in which

participants create their artwork live within the given timeframe.
Rules:
• Medium: Graphite pencils (will be provided if necessary).
Charcoal and other coloured pencils are not allowed.
• Drawing Sheet: Off-white A3 sheet (Cartridge sheet quality)
will be provided.
• Participants may bring their own drawing items like pencils,
erasers, tissue paper, cotton, and sharpeners.
• Participants can bring some kind of base (for support, for
example, an A3-sized sketchbook, a cardboard, etc.) on which
they can keep the A3 sheet we will provide.
• Use of scale & mechanical pencil is not allowed
• No external help (e.g., internet/photograph on phone or camera)
is allowed during the event.
• Judge’s decisions are final and binding
Judging criteria:
Proportion & Perspective 35%
Composition and Components 35%
Shading 30%
Canvas Painting (50)
No. of participants per team: 1
Duration: 4 hours
Theme: will be announced on 1st December 2023
Description: This is a competition where the participants have

to paint on a canvas using acrylic paints according to the given
theme in the given time.
Rules:
• Medium: Acrylic paints (use of any other paint will lead to
disqualification)
• Participants will be provided with a 30cmX40cm canvas board
and a drawing board (architecture-style drafting board).
• Participants need to bring their own paints and brushes.
• Participants may bring other needful stationery such as painting
knives, palettes, fixatives, and driers.
• Penalty should be there if taken reference from the internet or
from anywhere
• The word Limit for the write-up is 100 words
Judging criteria:
Originality 20%
Skill 30%
Neatness 20%
Write up + Depiction of Theme +
30%
Description
Charcoal Art (50)
No. of participants per team: 2 or 3
Duration: 4 hours
Theme: Theme will be provided on the spot.
Description: This is a competition which uses the charcoal

medium exclusively, participants will have to adhere to the
theme and the time limit
Rules:
• Teams will be provided with four A1-sized sheets (off-white
cartridge sheet). The sheets will have to be pasted together by
the team as they wish and kept on the ground to draw upon.
(Using all 4 sheets is compulsory)
• Charcoal pencils, kneaded and rubber erasers, sharpeners,
thread for measurement, threads, charcoal stick will be provided.
• Willow charcoal is allowed
• The team may align the four sheets as they wish, but all of them
have to be used.
• Charcoal fixatives will be provided. It will be up to the teams to
use them, if they are comfortable and confident that it will not
spoil their creation.
• Use of materials other than provided is strictly prohibited
• Use of the Internet is not allowed (Penalty will be imposed if
taken reference from the Internet or from anywhere)
Judging criteria:
Originality 20%
Skill 30%
Composition and neatness 25%
Depiction of Theme 25%
Costume Design (50)
Duration: 4 hours
Theme: Will be announced on 1st December 2023
Description: The team has to create a costume for one of their

members.
Rules:
• Basic materials like Newspapers, colored sheets, ribbons, wires,
etc. will be provided to the participants.
• Teams can bring their own sheets, scissors, dispensers, and
adhesive; anything else is not allowed.
• Pre-folded sheets, pre-marked designs, and painting on
costumes or model are not allowed and will be penalized.
• 1 Junk/waste item (Surprise element) will be given to the
participating teams that they need to incorporate in the costume,
which will be different from the costume materials provided.
• Example: Bottle caps, straws, etc.
• Model should be able to walk, climb stairs, may be asked to
describe the utility of the dress
Judging criteria:
Appearance & Neatness 25%
Incorporation of theme and 30%
creativity
Innovation and Utility 30%
Incorporation of Junk/waste 15%
E.g.: Utility implies whether or not the dress will be destroyed (or
rendered useless) while/after taking it off.
Digital Arts
Photoshop Battle (30)
Duration: 6 hours + 15 min
Description: A live photo editing competition. Where each

team will be given a stock image and they have to edit it in 6
hours. Participants are allowed to use all Photoshop tools.
Rules:
• Stock image will be disclosed with the start of the event.
• For submission of the final image extra 15 mins will be given.
Entries will not be accepted beyond the deadline.
• Submission should include: Final created image, original PSD
file, separate write-up text file, and screenshots of the screen
with time for every 30 mins during the event (12 screenshots).
• No typography is allowed.
• Word Limit for the write-up is 100 words
• Pen tab is allowed (iPad is not allowed)
Penalty:
• The penalty scheme will be as follows (minutes exceeded after
the deadline):
0 - 10: 5 points
10 - 20: 10 points
20 - 30: 15 points
• No submissions will be accepted after 30 minutes past the
deadline.
Judging criteria (100 marks):

Technical Skill 30%
Creativity 30%
Concept and Uniqueness 30%
Write-up 10%
Online Graphic Design (30)
No. of teams per IIT: 1-2 (At max 2 unique entries per IIT)
Description: It is an online submission event where the

participants need to submit their work according to the theme
and problem statement given. The problem statement will be
released on 1st December 2023 at 12 noon.
Submission deadline: 24th December 2023, 11:59pm IST
Rules:
• No entries will be accepted after the deadline.
• Participants need to send their work in the .psd, .ai that they
have used along with the .jpeg file of the same, with at least
three stages of their work.
• Any sign of plagiarism may lead to disqualification.
• The submission should be in the form of a ZIP folder containing
the final draft & description and a separate subfolder
containing raw files.
• The main folder should be submitted. Instructions for
submission will be given later.
Judging criteria:
Creativity and Concept 35%
Aesthetics 30%
Finishing 20%
Utility and Incorporation of theme 15%
Design Marathon (50)
Duration: 24 hours
Description: Design marathon is a continuous event where

the participants get to solve various projects throughout the
day.
Rules:
• A list of projects will be given to the teams out of which they
can attempt any number of projects.
• The projects can be poster making, UI UX design, logo
designing, comic design, T-shirt design, etc.
• Participants need to send their work in the .psd, .ai that they
have used along with the .jpeg file of the same, with at least
three stages of their work.
• Any sign of plagiarism may lead to disqualification.
• The submission should be in the form of a Zip folder containing
the final draft & description and a separate subfolder
containing raw files.
• The main folder should be submitted. Instructions for
submission will be given later.
Judging criteria:
Creativity and Concept 35%
Aesthetics 30%
Finishing 20%
Utility and Incorporation of theme 15%
Street Photography (40)
Number of Submissions: 2 per theme
Number of participants: 1 team of at most 6 people
Themes: 3 Themes will be disclosed on the first day of the event
Description: Offline event where the participants should submit

photographs clicked on streets with relevance to given theme.
Rules:
• All entries should be submitted in person to the Organising
Committee.
• The event would start and end in the host IIT.
• Participants have to add captions to their entries. A
maximum of 50 words can be used including the title for the
caption of each photograph. Captions should be written in a
Word/PDF file and submitted with photographs. Any text
accompanying the photograph (including the title) would be
considered under the caption. Exceeding the limit would lead
to a penalty of 5 points.
• Photographs must contain EXIF data and hence the date.
Entries without EXIF data will be disqualified.
• Include all Metadeta including edit history while exporting the
image. Images without Metadata would be disqualified.
• Participants must submit RAW images (CR2, NEF, SR2, etc.)
and edited images (JPEG/JPG). Will be disqualified if not
followed.
• Anonymity of the participating IIT, participant, club/society,
etc. must be strictly maintained in the photographs' frame,
EXIF data, and Word/PDF file containing captions. Violation
will lead to disqualification.
• Photographs should not contain any objectionable content, if
found, the judge’s consent will disqualify entry.
• Only global editing is allowed. Entries with local editing will
be disqualified. For global editing/ local editing refer:
http://www.damiensymonds.net/art_global.html
• Any sign of plagiarism would lead to disqualification.
Penalties:
The penalty scheme will be as follows (minutes exceeded after the
deadline):
0 - 10: 5 points
10 - 20: 10 points
20 - 30: 15 points
No submission will be accepted after 30 minutes past the deadline.
Exceeding the word limit on captions: 5 points
Entries without EXIF Data: Disqualification
Entries breaching anonymity in any part of submission:
Disqualification
Entries without valid submission (invalid/incorrect format):
Disqualification
Entries with local edits/ without Metadata: Disqualification
Points will be deducted out of 100.
Judging criteria:
Storytelling and Concept 25%
Composition 25%
Creativity 20%
Technical Excellence 15%
Overall Impact 15%
Online Photography Competition (40)

Number of Submissions: 3 per theme
Number of participants: 1 team with no limit on no. of people
Themes: Will be disclosed on 1st December, 2023.
Description: Online photography competition is a theme-

based event where participants need to take photographs
related to the themes given.
Rules:
• All photographs must be clicked after the theme is
announced.
• All entries should be submitted via
<submission.interiitculturameet@gmail.com>.
• Participants have to add captions to their entries. A maximum of
50 words can be used including the title for the caption of each
photograph. Captions should be written in a Word/PDF file and
submitted with photographs. Any text accompanying the
photograph (including the title) would be considered under the
caption. Exceeding the limit would lead to a penalty of 5 points.
• Photographs must contain EXIF data and hence the date. Entries
without EXIF data will be disqualified.
• Participants must submit RAW images (CR2, NEF, SR2, etc.) and
edited images (JPEG/JPG). Will be disqualified if not followed.
• Anonymity of the participating IIT, participant, club/society, etc.
must be strictly maintained in the photographs' frame, EXIF
data, and Word/PDF file containing captions. Violation will lead
to disqualification.
• Only global editing is allowed. Entries with local editing will be
disqualified.For global editing/ local editing refer:
• Cumulative evaluation will be done for each theme to calculate
the final result.
Penalty:
the deadline):
0 - 10: 5 points
10 - 20: 10 points
20 - 30: 15 points
• No submission will be accepted after 30 minutes past the
deadline.
• Exceeding the word limit on captions: 5 points
• Entries without EXIF Data: Disqualification
• Entries breaching anonymity in any part of submission:
Disqualification
• Entries without valid submission (invalid/incorrect format):
Disqualification
• Entries with local edits/ without Metadata: Disqualification
• Entries with Plagiarized content: Disqualification
• Points will be deducted out of 100.
Judging criteria:
Relevance to theme and concept 30%
Composition 35%
Exposure and post processing 25%
Overall Impact, Creativity and
uniqueness 10%
Online Photo-Story (40)
No. of submissions per IIT: 1 photo-story
Photo-limit: 5-15
Number of participants: 1 team with no limit on no. of people

Theme: Will be announced on 1st December 2023
Description: An online photo-story is a digital narrative using

photos and caption to tell a story or convey information in a
visually engaging way.
Rules:
• Camera Resolution should be at least 3.2 megapixels.
• All photographs must be clicked after the theme is announced.
• All entries should be submitted via
<submission.interiitculturameet@gmail.com>.
• Participants have to add captions to their entries. A maximum of
50 words can be used including the title. Captions should be
written in a Word/PDF file and submitted with photographs. Any
text accompanying the photograph (including the title) would be
considered under the caption. Individual photo captions are not
allowed. Exceeding the limit would lead to a penalty of 5 points.
• Photographs must contain EXIF data and hence the date. Entries
without EXIF data will be disqualified.
• Anonymity of the participating IIT, participant, club/society, etc.
must be strictly maintained in the photographs' frame, EXIF
data, and Word/PDF file containing captions. Violation will lead
to disqualification.
• Only global editing is allowed. Entries with local editing will be
disqualified. For global editing/ local editing refer:
Penalties:
the deadline):
0 - 10: 5 points
10 - 20: 10 points
20 - 30: 15 points
deadline.
Disqualification
Disqualification
Judging criteria:
Relevance to Theme 25%
Story Depiction 25%
Composition 20%
Technical Accuracy 20%
Creativity and Uniqueness 10%
Fashion
Fashion Show (70)
No. of participants per Team: There should be a minimum of
8 and a maximum of 18 performers in a team. Other than the
performers the team is allowed to have a maximum of 8
members of designers, choreographers, makeup artists,
narrators, light and backstage members.
Time Limit: Maximum 15 minutes’ fashion show including
stage setup. (Marks will be reduced accordingly for every
exceeding minute)
Description: Display of clothing and accessories on a runway,

showcasing latest designs to a wider audience.
Theme: Theme will be announced on 1st December, 2023
Rules:
• Stunts which pose any risk to life are not permitted. Exceeding
the time limit will be strictly penalized.
• Using any substance (or prop) that poses danger or might alter
the stage in any way for the next team is not allowed (e.g.,
spilling of liquid that will affect the dryness).
• The teams will be expected to restore the stage to its original
condition within the set time limit in case any prop or
substance that causes temporary changes is used (e.g., in
case of spilling powdered substances, the stage will need to be
cleaned up by the team).
• Soundtracks with meaningful words are not allowed. Live
Narration can be done during the performance.
• Judging will be done on an overall basis, including costumes,
hairstyle, and accessories most important being their
relevance to the theme.
• Vulgarity is not allowed.
• Obscenity will be left to the judge's discretion, and their
decision will be final and binding in case any part of the
performance is found objectionable.
Penalty:
• 15 - 16: 10 marks
• 16 - 17: 20 marks
• After 17 minutes, the music will be stopped along with a
penalty of 35 marks
Judging Criteria:
Ramp Walk + Choreography 35%
Costumes 35%
15%
Theme Relevance
Stage Presence and Overall 15%
Impact
Online Modelling Competition (30)
No of entries per IIT: 5
Rules:
• Participants are expected to upload EXACTLY 5 editorials in
jpg format
• Photographs must contain EXIF data. Will be disqualified if
not followed.
• Participants must also submit both raw images
(CR2/NEF/SR2, etc.) and edited images (peg/jpg), will be
disqualified if not followed.
• Do not include your credentials (Name, Watermark, Date,
etc.) in the frame of the photograph. Such photos will be
disqualified.
• A theme will be announced, there must be one photograph in
each of the following categories based on the theme: full
body shot, head shot, candid shot, lifestyle shot,
environmental shot. Silhouette shots with the subject not
clearly visible are not permitted.
• Vulgarity and obscenity is not allowed and disqualification will
be based on the judge's discretion.
• Backdrop or the set of the editorial must not contain any
identifying features.
Penalties:
the deadline):
0 - 10: 5 points
10 - 20: 10 points
20 - 30: 15 points
deadline.
Disqualification
Disqualification
Judging Criteria:
Beauty & Personality 40%
Outfit / Costume 30%
Overall Appearance 30%
Culinary Arts
Cook Off (50 points)
Time Limit: 2 hours
Description: A timed cooking competition. Participants will be
given a fixed pantry and theme around which they have to
base their dish. Each team will cook any two dishes of their
choice.
Rules:
• Each team is required to prep, cook, and present two
dishes in 120 minutes.
• A theme would be announced along with the ingredient
list one month prior to the event.
• Ingredients will include basic household ingredients.
• Every team can suggest one extra ingredient to be added
to the list - which will be made
• available for everyone. It can be mailed to an email ID
which would be provided later. The
• ingredient must be a raw material.
• Participants will be given 15 minutes to browse through
the ingredients before the competition.
• This will be an induction-stove based cooking event. Each
team will be provided with one stove.
Penalty:
• Exceeding the time limit will cause deduction of 5 marks
per minute.
• Use of any personal ingredient will result in
disqualification.
Judging Criteria:
Taste 40%
Presentation 20%
Adherence to Theme 15%
Creativity and Skill 25%
Tag Team (50 points)

Time Limit: 1 hour
Description: A team-relay challenge where participants would

switch between cooking every 15 minutes. Only one participant
will cook at a given time. Each team will have to include a
certain ingredient in their dish based on a lucky draw.
Rules:
• Each team is required to prep, cook, and plate one dish in
60 minutes.
• The challenge requires team members to switch every 15
minutes. Hence, at any point of time, there will be only
one-member cooking.
• A whistle will be blown after every 15 minutes, indicating
the members to switch. Failure to do so will result in
disqualification.
• Every team will choose an ingredient to be included in
their dish based on a lucky draw 15 minutes before their
event. The team is free to cook any dish as long as the
ingredient is included.
• A common ingredient list will be provided a month before
the event which will comprise of basic ingredients found in
any household.
to the list - which will be made available for everyone. It
can be mailed to an email ID which would be provided
later. The ingredient must be raw material.
Penalty:
per minute.
disqualification.
• A failure to switch will result in disqualification.
• Not including the chosen ingredient in the dish will result
in disqualification.
•
Judging Criteria:
Taste 40%
Presentation 20%
Incorporation of the surprise
15%
ingredient
Décor de Gâteau (30 points)

Time Limit: 1 hour
Description: A cake decoration competition. Participants will

be given a pre-baked base cake. They will be required to
prepare icing and decorate a cake adhering to an assigned
theme which will be decided by a lucky draw.
Rules:
• Each team is required to prep icing, and decorate a cake
in 60 minutes
• Each team will choose a theme for their cake based on a
lucky draw.
later. The ingredient must be a raw material.
• This will be a cold competition and only basic cake
decoration equipment will be provided.
Penalty:
per minute.
disqualification.
Judging Criteria:
Presentation 40%
Mixology (30 points)

Time Limit: 1 hour
Description: A mock tail making competition. Participants will

be provided with a three-color palette and a theme. They will
be required to prepare three different drinks adhering to the
color combinations and theme. The color combinations and
theme will be chosen via a lucky draw.
Rules:
• Each team is required to prep, cook, and plate three mock
tails in 45 minutes.
• The challenge requires team members to plan and submit
their final conceptualized drinks in the first 15 minutes of
the competition.
• A whistle will be blown after 15 minutes, indicating the
members to begin preparing their drinks.
• Every team will choose three colors and a theme 15
minutes prior to the competition via a lucky draw.
• A common ingredient list will be provided a month before
the event which will comprise of basic ingredients required
for the event.
later. The ingredient must be raw material.
Penalty:
per minute.
disqualification.
• Significant deviation from the conceptualized drinks in the
presented drinks will call for disqualification.
Judging Criteria:
Taste 30%
Presentation 20%

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INTER IIT CULTURAL MEET

Position Percentage of event points awarded

9th and below 10

4. In case of delays caused because of malfunction of any

6. In Individual Events, all the individual submissions will be

8. The submission emails sent only from the communicated email

9. Use of unfair means will lead to immediate disqualification of

10. The list of participants for each event has to be submitted

General Quiz (30)

Sports Quiz (30)

Biz Quiz (30)

MELA Quiz (30)

No of teams per IIT: 4 (maximum)

Creativity and Content 30%

Vocabulary and Language 20%

Relevance to theme 20%

Overall Impact 10%

Creativity and Content 30%

Vocabulary and Language 20%

Relevance to theme 20%

Overall Impact 10%

Relevance to theme 25%

Overall Impact 20%

Relevance to theme 25%

Overall Impact 20%

Hindi Slam Poetry (30)

No of teams per IIT: 2

Performing Style and Diction 30%

Overall Impact 20%

English Slam Poetry (30)

Content and Creativity 20%

Overall Impact 20%

Parliamentary Debate (80+20)

No of teams per IIT: 1

No of participants per team: 3 + 2 adjudicators

Time Limit: 2 days (Prelim round 1.5 hours each x 3 + 2 Semis

Asian Parliamentary Format

A detailed Handbook of Parliamentary Debate Procedures will be

The adjudication will also be judged and ranked according to the

No of teams per IIT: 5

No of teams per IIT: 3

Content Delivery (Orator-ship) 30%

Stage Presence + Audience Engagement 20%

Overall Impact 20%

Improv Battle (30)

Humour content 20%

Audience Appeal 10%

Relevance to theme 10%

Cast enjoyment 10%

Group Dance (100)

Description: A group event where participants perform together

Creativity and Originality

Stage utilization + Transitions 15%

Just Duet (50)

Description: A duet dance is a performance by two dancers,

Just Duet will take place in Netaji Auditorium. The dimensions(in

Description: Competitive freestyle dance event where dancers

Acting, Energy, and Voice 40%

Creativity and Overall Impact. 20%

An ‘empty stage’ is stipulated as the requirement for a team

Stage Play (100)

Lights and Music 15%

Lights and Music 15%