HSBC Technology India is partnering with the Trust Lab to bring the Regional Editions of Trust Lab CTF to Pune and Hyderabad!
HSBC Technology India in partnership with IIT Bombay Trust Lab is bringing the Trust Lab Capture The Flag (TL CTF) contest to two cities: PUNE and HYDERABAD. Whether you’re a student or a cybersecurity professional, this contest is your chance to make a mark
The CTF will unfold in two rounds — an online knockout round in mid-February, followed by the final showdown at Pune and Hyderabad in March. Finalists are required to cover their own travel and accommodation costs.
Apart from the cash prizes, this might be a great opportunity for some of the truly exceptional talented participants to explore great career opportunities with HSBC.
It’s not just a game – but can be a game-changer for your career!
Who's Behind the Magic?
HSBC Technology India (HTI) and IIT Bombay Trust Lab are teaming up to bring you this cyber adventure of a lifetime.
Who Can Join?
Students (UG/PG) from Computer Science, IT, and allied fields,
Young cybersecurity professionals.
Open to All States?
All Aboard – From Anywhere
Are you in Jaipur, Kolkata, or even the Andaman Islands? Wherever you are, if you’ve got the spark, you’re invited to register! As long as you’re ready to travel to Pune/Hyderabad at your own expense upon qualifying for the final round, we really don’t care where you are from.
What to Expect?
Mind-bending challenges.
Networking opportunities with the who’s who of the cyber universe.
Prizes so cool, your refrigerator might get jealous.
What is the Game Plan?
Round 1: Online Qualifier
On Saturday February 17, simultaneously for both cities. There will be two rounds of online tests to filter out the fiercest competitors.
Round 2: Offline Finals
The real showdown! Finalists travel to their chosen city Pune/Hyderabad and tackle CTF challenges head-on, solo or in duos.
Pune – Saturday, March 2
Hyderabad – Saturday, March 9 (tentatively)
Solo or duo?
Students can pair up with another student, and professionals with a fellow pro. Lone wolves are welcome too! But, no mixing and matching, please.
Venue of the grand finale?
Pune Edition – PICT
Hyderabad Edition – TBD
Who covers travel and accommodation costs for the final round?
Finalists, you’re the captains of your travel adventures; book your own tickets, pack your bags, book your own accommodation and prepare for a thrilling game, all on your own dime!
Deadline extended! ⏰
Register by February 7 to claim your spot in the coding hall of fame.
Agenda for March 02, 2024
- Registration 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM
Auditorium
- Address by HSBC leaders 09:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Auditorium
- Overview of Trust Lab 10:00 AM to 10:05 AM
Auditorium
- A Donor’s Perspective 10:05 AM to 10:10 AM
Address by Trust Lab’s Founding Donor Dr. Shridhar Shukla at the Auditorium
- Address by hosting partner, PICT 10:10 AM to 10:15 AM
Auditorium
- Transition to Main Labs 10:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Transition
- Grand Finale of Capture the Flag (CTF) 10:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Main Labs
- Return to Auditorium 04:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Transition
- Announcement and felicitation of the winners by HSBC Team 04:45 PM to 05:30 PM
Main Labs
Agenda for March 09, 2024
- Registration 09:00 AM to 09:30 AM
Auditorium
- Address by HSBC leaders 09:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Auditorium
- Overview of Trust Lab 10:00 AM to 10:10AM
Auditorium
- Address by hosting partner, IITH 10:10 AM to 10:15 AM
Auditorium
- Transition to Main Labs 10:15 AM to 10:30 AM
Transition
- Grand Finale of Capture the Flag (CTF) 10:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Main Labs
- Return to Auditorium 04:30 PM to 4:45 PM
Transition
- Announcement and felicitation of the winners by HSBC Team 04:45 PM to 05:30 PM
Main Labs
CTF Pune Finals
Second position | Team Quark | Harsh Patil & Gourav Suram
Third Position | Team 0xC0000005 | Siddh Shah & Vedant Farkade
Consolation Prize
Team CodeXplorers | Kartik Soneji
Team TTY_L4T3R | Sharez Shaikh and Rhea Rajput
CTF Hyderabad Finals
First Position | Team ScareCr0w | Sanjay Vardhan Padala & Mohith LS
Second Position | Team $IdlySambar | Lakshmesh Kumar & Arun Balaji
Third Position | Team U3FI | Jayanth Katragadda & Nandu S Pillai
Consolation Prize
Team OwlAndCat | @Pritham P & Sivasurya M
TeamTh3_Ap0c4lyp5e | Arul Sujith S & Sree Sharvesh S S
Team Byt3_B4nd1t$ S | Mohana Vamsi Sowdepally & Mukesh R
Team PRIVATE USER | Gurupreet Singh
Team Exiftool | Md Asadullah Abbasi & Yusuf Ejaz
Team Hackwithsonu | Sonu Kumar & Harsh Chauhan
