ELUCode is a fast-paced 2-hour competitive coding contest by EduLinkUp designed to challenge your problem-solving ability, algorithmic think...
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Thursday, 2 April 2026
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4:30 am – 6:30 am
/* duration: 2 hours */
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Hackerrank
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EduLinkUp
About This Event
Rules & Scoring
Everything you need to know about how to compete and win in the EluCode ecosystem.
Section I: The Rules
Platform
EduLinkUp handles all prize logistics. HackerRank is simply the host.
Environment
Code via HackerRank (supports 30+ languages). Check hackerrank.com/environment.
Duration
Contest runs for 2 hours continuously once started.
Problems
Multiple problems with varying difficulty levels based on logic and algorithms.
Languages
Support for Python, C++, Java, JavaScript, and other HackerRank languages.
Submissions
Multiple attempts allowed. Incorrect submissions may incur time penalties.
Fair Play
Individual work only. No AI tools, collaboration, or external code copying.
Plagiarism
Automatic similarity checks for all submissions. Violations lead to disqualification.
Leaderboard
Live rankings based on score and time penalties throughout the event.
Tie Breaking
Participant with the least time to achieve the score ranks higher.
Conduct
Maintain professional and respectful behavior in all contest community areas.
Section II: Scoring Logic
Points
Challenges have predefined scores based on difficulty.
Test Cases
Score depends on the number of individual test cases passed.
Evaluation
Submissions are evaluated against hidden and visible test cases.
Ranking
Total cumulative score across all challenges determines rank.
Tie-Breaker
Broken by the sum of time of the first correct solution for all problems.
* Participation implies agreement to all platform rules. Plagiarism checks are final and non-negotiable.
Prizes
All participants will receive digital recognitions within the EduLinkUp ecosystem based on their performance.
ELUCode Grand Champion Badge
Awarded to the participant with the highest score and best time performance.
ELUCode Elite Solver Badge
Awarded to the Top 5 participants on the leaderboard.
ELUCode Advanced Coder Badge
Awarded to participants ranked within the Top 10% of the leaderboard.
ELUCode Proficient Coder Badge
Awarded to participants ranked within the Top 25% of the leaderboard.
ELUCode Completion Certificate
Awarded to participants who successfully solve at least one problem during the contest.
ELUCode Participation Certificate
Awarded to all registered participants who attempt the contest.
Ecosystem Recognition
Transform your contest success into a digital legacy. Verified badges and performance certificates are permanently displayed on your EduLinkUp profile to showcase your skills to recruiters.
Exclusive Career Tracks
Top-tier performers unlock priority consideration for official internships, gain direct invitations to partner networking sessions, and secure a place in the prestigious Hall of Fame.
Participant Reviews
Voices of Performance
FAQs & Discussions
Ensure your EduLinkUp profile is complete with your HackerRank username. Then, simply click 'Register Now' on the event page. You must have a registered account to participate.