The Kharagpur Data Analytics Group, a student-driven research society at IIT Kharagpur, proudly presents the 5th edition of the Kharagpur Data Science Hackathon, KDSH 2025 – one of the most sought-after events that have carved its niche as India’s most prestigious data science hackathon. KDAG continues its mission of bringing together data science enthusiasts nationwide under a unified platform, fostering innovation, collaboration, and analytical brilliance.
Over the years, KDSH has grown to become synonymous with excellence in data science. Building a legacy in churning out some of the finest minds in analytics, the hackathon has, time and again, raised the benchmark for technical competitions in India. Last year’s edition was a roaring success, with over 6,000 participants from the nation’s most esteemed institutions, including IITs, IIMs, BITS Pilani, and others. The hackathon was a tough round of problem-solving on real-world problems, very competitively reaching the final rounds. Fifteen outstanding teams made it to the finals, presenting groundbreaking solutions at IIT Kharagpur.
The participants in all aspects were nothing short of extra-creative and innovative in their performances, thus setting a benchmark for KDSH 2024.
KDSH 2025: A Great Leap Forward
Building on the success of its enviable track record, KDSH 2025 is poised to reach unprecedented heights. This year, the hackathon is bigger, better, and more rewarding, with a sharper focus on solving real-world challenges through data analytics, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Supported by Pathway as the Title Sponsor, the prize pool has been elevated to an impressive ₹2.5 Lakhs, a testament to their dedication to rewarding participants for their creativity and innovation.
The 2025 edition is further strengthened by the support of The Academic Insights and Dazeinfo as Media Partners, Youth Incorporated as the Youth Media Partner, and Stock Edge as the Education Media Partner. These collaborations ensure national visibility and a diverse participant base, making KDSH 2025 a melting pot of ideas, technical expertise, and groundbreaking solutions.
KDSH 2025’s digital presence is already creating waves, with over 6.8 lakh impressions on Unstop – a remarkable milestone that reflects the excitement and engagement surrounding this event. This year, they are geared up to surpass these numbers and make an even bigger impact.
The hackathon presents participants with rigorous, real-world challenges that demand innovative thinking, analytical aptitude, and creative problem-solving. Whether you’re a student eager to prove your mettle, a professional honing your skills, or a data science enthusiast seeking a platform to shine, KDSH 2025 offers an unparalleled opportunity to gain recognition, sharpen your expertise, and connect with the best minds in the business.
What Awaits Participants?
- Whopping ₹2.5 Lakh Prize Pool: Compete for one of the highest prize pools in the Indian hackathon circuit and get the recognition you deserve.
- National Recognition: Showcase analytical acumen and problem-solving skills to industry leaders, academicians, and data science experts.
- Exclusive Rewards and Goodies: Exclusive merchandise, vouchers, and goodies to keep the excitement alive in this game of skill and competition.
- Networking: Connect with sponsors, academic leadership, and participants from the top-rated institutions across the country.
- Real-World Challenges: Practice solving problems that reflect real industry scenarios to help you hone your practical skills.
- Experience the Iconic IIT Kharagpur Campus: Qualify for the finals and earn the chance to visit the renowned IIT Kharagpur campus during Kshitij, one of India’s largest techno-management fests. Experience the legacy, culture, and vibrancy of this historic institution!
- Participate in Kshitij Events: As a finalist, you’ll also have the chance to take part in other thrilling events, workshops and competitions hosted during Kshitij, making your experience even more enriching and memorable.
Why Participate?
KDSH 2025 is much more than a hackathon; it is a place where talent meets opportunity. The participants will gain invaluable exposure, compete with the brightest minds, and be part of an event that consistently raises the bar for innovation in data science. And, of course, the association of the hackathon with IIT Kharagpur lends unmatched prestige, making KDSH the go-to platform for budding data scientists and professionals alike to prove their mettle.
Be it perfecting technical skills, finding solutions to sticky problems, or networking with industrial experts and other enthusiasts, KDSH 2025 has it all. This is a year when the stakes have never been higher but with greater rewards than ever, and hence, it will be an event not to be missed by any analytics and data-driven innovation enthusiast.
The Countdown Begins
Registrations for KDSH 2025 are now open! This is your opportunity to be part of India’s largest and most prestigious data science hackathon. Step into the limelight, take on challenging challenges and showcase your analytical brilliance.
Click the link to register and secure a place in this phenomenal event as they push the frontiers of data science and innovation. Join us at KDSH 2025 in rewriting the future of data analytics and innovation – where data meets destiny. Are you ready to make history?
