The IUPC (Inter University Programming Contest) is a prestigious event that brings together top-tier programming talents from universities around the world to showcase their skills in algorithmic problem-solving and coding. The contest features a series of challenging problems that test participants' abilities in logical thinking, coding efficiency, and problem-solving under pressure.
Location: Online
Date & Time: 08 December, 2024 - 17th December, 2024Location: Academic Building, KUET
Date & Time: 04 January, 2025The Inter-University Programming Contest (IUPC) is a competitive coding event where university teams solve complex programming problems within a limited time frame.
University students, typically in teams of three, can participate. The contest is open to students across various universities.
Commonly allowed languages include C, C++, Java, and Python, though exact options may vary depending on the contest's rules.
The contest is usually structured as a timed competition where teams solve a series of algorithmic and problem-solving challenges, often within 4-5 hours.
Teams generally consist of three students from the same university, working together to solve problems on a single computer.
Scoring is based on the number of problems solved, with penalties for incorrect submissions. The team with the most solved problems wins, with time as a tiebreaker.
No specific prerequisites are required, though familiarity with algorithms, data structures, and competitive programming concepts is helpful.
The problems cover a range of topics, including algorithms, data structures, mathematics, and sometimes practical programming challenges.
Yes, each problem has a time limit, typically a few seconds to a few minutes per test case. Efficient solutions are crucial for solving within the limits.
Prizes often include trophies, certificates, and sometimes cash rewards or sponsorships for top-performing teams.
