The Hot Seat - Interface 2026

What sets it apart: Real problems, not classroom cases Judged by the alumni who actually faced the problem 5–6 finalist teams in the final round Rules and Regulations: Participation must be in teams of 1-3. Multiple teams from the same institute are allowed. No person should be a member of more than one team. Participants are requested to adhere to the timing specified for each event. All participants must carry a valid ID card of their institute. The decision of the judges and the organizing committee for ‘The Hot Seat’ will be final and binding. Round 1: Quiz (Online): Date: 20 September Teams qualifying in this round will move to the next round: Case Submission. Round 2: Case Submission (Online): Start Date: 22 September End Date: 24 September (last date for submission) Top 5–6 teams will be shortlisted to move to the final round -Case Presentation. Round 3: Case Presentation: Date: 26 September Winner, first runner-up, and second runner-up will be declared at the end of this round. Judging Criteria (Final Round): Problem understanding: 20% Recommendation: 30% Analytical rigour: 25% Communication: 15% Q&A : 10%