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Competitive Programming
CodeRush 2026Competitive Programming

Competitive Programming

ICPC format. Solve or go home.

Up to 3 members
3 hours per round
2-day tournament
Prizes
1st PlacePKR 30,000
2nd PlacePKR 20,000
3rd PlacePKR 10,000

Overview

Code Rush's premier algorithmic challenge. This module follows the ICPC format, testing teams on their ability to solve complex logic and mathematical problems under extreme time pressure and resource constraints.

Tournament Structure

  • Day 1 (Qualifiers): Two slots with 4–5 problems each. Focus on speed and accuracy.
  • Day 2 (Grand Finale): Top teams compete in a final round featuring 9–10 problems.

Logistics & Environment

  • Venue: On-Campus (University Computer Labs). No remote participation.
  • Duration: 3-hour sessions per round.
  • Languages Allowed: C++, Java, Python (C++ is highly recommended).
  • Software: Standard IDEs (VS Code, Code::Blocks). No pre-written code snippets.

⚠️ AI Policy — Strict Enforcement

  • AI Tools: Use of ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, or any LLM is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
  • Connectivity: No access to external websites (except the contest portal).
  • Communication: No Zoom, Google Meet, or Discord. Mobile phones must be submitted.

Submission & Tracking

  • All submissions are handled via the Contest Portal.
  • Rankings are updated on a live real-time leaderboard.

Registrations Closed

The deadline has passed. See the schedule for venue + report time.

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