Walmart Global Tech India presents Sparkathon 2025, an innovation hackathon designed to empower engineering students with a platform to solve real-world retail challenges. If you’re someone with a flair for solving problems and building impactful solutions, this is your opportunity to shine.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in Sparkathon 2025, applicants must be enrolled in a recognized engineering program in India. The detailed eligibility criteria are:
Academic Disciplines:
- Computer Science
- Data Science & Artificial Intelligence
- Information Technology
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mathematics
Graduation Year Requirements:
- B.E./B.Tech (Full-time): Students graduating in 2026 or 2027
- Dual-Degree Programs (Full-time): Students graduating in 2026 or 2027
- M.E./M.Tech (Full-time): Students graduating in 2026
Note: First-year B.E./B.Tech, first-to-third year Dual Degree, and first-year M.E./M.Tech students are not eligible.
Prizes and Benefits
Participating in Sparkathon is not just about solving problems—it’s about opportunities:
- Prize Pool: Winning teams can earn up to INR 2,90,000 (subject to applicable taxes).
- Career Opportunities: Stand a chance to be shortlisted for internships or full-time roles at Walmart Global Tech India.
- Showcase Your Work: Present your project at Converge, Walmart’s flagship tech event.
- Recognition: Get certified for your participation and build a strong project portfolio.
Key Dates and Deadlines
Here is a timeline to keep in mind:
- Applications Open: July 15, 2025
- Last Date to Apply: August 16, 2025
- Announcement of Finalists: August 30, 2025
- Winners Revealed: September 20, 2025
Late submissions will not be considered, so make sure to complete your application before the deadline.
Challenge Tracks: Pick a Theme That Inspires You
Participants must select one of the following tech-driven tracks and align their ideas accordingly:
- Redefining the Customer Journey
Focus on enhancing digital retail customer experiences. - Optimizing Supply Chain
Build solutions that modernize and improve supply chain efficiency. - Sustainable Retail Innovation
Propose ideas that promote eco-friendly and future-ready practices in retail. - Retail Cybersecurity
Design tools or systems that strengthen trust and data security in retail environments.
Step-by-Step: How to Register and Submit Your Project
Here’s a comprehensive guide to applying for Sparkathon:
Step 1: Registration
Visit the official registration page at
https://walmart.converge.tech/content/converge/en_in/sparkathon/registration.html
Login with your credentials and fill in your details accurately.
Step 2: Choose Your Track
Select one of the four challenge themes where your innovation can make a measurable impact.
Step 3: Define the Problem
Draft a clear and concise explanation of the problem statement you are addressing within your chosen track.
Step 4: Build and Explain Your Solution
Develop a solution and include a detailed explanation of how your approach solves the problem effectively and innovatively.
Step 5: Create a Demo Video
Record a two-minute demo video of your solution. Upload it to YouTube and include the public link in your submission.
Step 6: Final Submission
Review all entries, attach your documentation and video link, and submit via the portal before the deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I submit more than one idea?
Only one idea per individual/team is allowed.
Can I join multiple teams?
No, a participant may only be part of one team.
Will there be in-person presentations?
If selected for the next phase, details will be communicated. Most of the process is expected to be online.
Do winners receive job offers?
Winners may be shortlisted for internship or job opportunities, but this is not guaranteed.
Is there a participation certificate?
Yes, all shortlisted candidates will receive certificates of recognition.
What is the prize amount?
The winning teams share a total prize pool of INR 2,90,000, subject to tax.