Teams & Submissions FAQs

Hackathon teams, project submissions, judging. All FAQ topics

How do teams work for hackathons?

Create a team, invite members, manage roles and join requests, and submit from the team workspace.

How do I create a team?

From the event page, open the team section and tap Create Team.

How do I join a team?

Accept an invite link from a team lead, or request to join from the team list.

Can I be in multiple teams?

Generally one team per event per person — check the event rules.

What is a CFP?

Call for Papers — organizers open a CFP so attendees submit papers for review.

How do I submit a project?

Open the submission section in your team workspace and upload your files/links.

Can I update my submission after submitting?

Yes — submissions support version history; you can resubmit updated files.

What file types are allowed?

Common document, image, and archive formats — check the event's submission rules.

How are winners judged?

Organizers assign judges and rubrics; scores and reviews are managed in the judging panel.

Can I track my submission status?

Yes — a timeline with versions and status is visible in your workspace.

Do I need all team members to submit?

Usually one submission per team, but any member can be the one who uploads.

Can I leave a team?

Yes — from the team workspace. The lead may need to assign a new role.

What if my team member drops out?

The team lead can remove members and invite replacements.

Are submissions private?

Yes — only your team and assigned judges can see submissions.

Can I see past versions of my submission?

Yes — version history is retained per submission.

How do I find teammates?

Use the event page team section or the AI assistant to find relevant builders.

Can I submit to multiple tracks?

Depends on the event; most allow one primary track per submission.

What is a submission deadline?

The last time your team can upload — set by the organizer on the event timeline.

Can I add a GitHub link?

Yes — submission forms support repository and demo links.

How do I know if my submission was received?

You will see a confirmation and the version appear in your timeline.