Students & Teams
How to register as a team
Find an Advisor
Each team must secure an academic advisor before registering for the competition.
Recruit Your Team
Each organisation manages Team recruitment independently, so you'll need to assemble your team.
Submit the Entry Form
Complete the 2025 Entry Form, ensuring all required documents are provided. Please refer to the Supplementary Regulations for detailed requirements.
Make the Entry Fee Payment
To participate, each team must register for an ISMCS Team Membership. The membership fee is USD $750, which covers all team members. This payment is required along with your Preliminary Report Submission.
The payment process is detailed in the 2025 Entry Form. You will be notified of your acceptance status upon submission of the Entry Form and payment of the entry fee.
Team Liaison/Representative
The Team Liaison plays a crucial role in managing communication between the team and the organizing committee, ensuring seamless logistical coordination, and maintaining compliance with event guidelines. This role allows the team to stay focused on internal tasks while the liaison handles external communication, updates, and requirements.
Key Responsibilities include:
Primary Contact: The team will act as the main point of contact between the team and the organizing committee. This ensures timely relay of announcements, rule clarifications, and event updates
Information Flow: The team must promptly communicate schedule changes, deadlines, and other critical updates to the team.
Requests & Coordination: The Team will be responsible for managing and coordinating any requests for additional resources or assistance from the organizers.
Final Deliverables: The Team will oversee submitting the team’s project, code, documentation, and other materials, ensuring compliance with hackathon submission guidelines.
Judging Coordination: The Team must work with the organizing committee on judging schedules and criteria, ensuring the team is well-prepared for presentations or demos accordingly.
Mentor/Advisor Interaction: The Team will be responsible of facilitating and arranging meetings with mentors and advisors to ensure the team benefits from available guidance and support.