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VFest Events Rules and Regulations PDF
VFest Events Rules and Regulations PDF
INDEX
INTRODUCTION
DANCE
Microsoft Beat it – The Streets
Beat it – The Thumka
Footloose
DIGITAL ARTS
Director’s Cut
Flash Me
LITERARY ARTS
Microsoft JAM
GenQ
Sadda Haq Coolest Idea
MUSIC
Microsoft Launchpad English
Microsoft Launchpad Hindi
Microsoft Popstars
Acoustica
MicrosoftTurning Tables
Microsoft Karaoke
THEATRE AND DRAMA
Microsoft Tamasha
V Stage
Mufti Next Big Thing
FASHION
Ramp-age
PERSONALITY EVENTS
Pond’s Campus Stud
Campus Diva
RJ Hunt
Parle Be on V
Microsoft VFest 2015
Transform Yourself
Eligibility Criteria -
Teams must submit a link of a video of their dance
skills.
All participants must be registered college
students.
OTSE on first come first basis and availability
Judging Criteria -
Choreography
Synchronization
Floor Craft
Costumes
Overall on-stage performance
Eliminations –
No of Participants per team: 6 – 15
Time: 4 minutes
Finals -
No of Participants per team:6 - 15
Time: 8 minutes
Rules -
Last date for registration is 17th December, 2014. No late
entries will be allowed.
Only English/Western music is allowed.
Use of Props is allowed.
Exceeding time limit will result in negative marking and
even disqualification.
2 copies of the final track should be submitted prior to the
performance during the zonals in Mp3 format ONLY on a
CD with team and college name written on it, any
other format will be unacceptable.
At all times, participants should be wearing their college
Ids
No same participant in two groups.
For Contingent Entries:
Upload a Video: The video should be in
‘.mp4’ format. Maximum resolution should
be 720 x 576 and should be uploaded
directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo links for video files and
Youtube/Soundcloud links for audio files
For NCE:
Upload a Video: The video should be in
‘.mp4’ format. Maximum resolution should
be 720 x 576 and should be uploaded
directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo links for video files and
Youtube/Soundcloud links for audio files
BEAT IT- THE THUMKA
Indian Dance
Eligibility Criteria –
Teams must submit a link of a video of their dance
skills.
All participants must be registered college
students.
OTSE on first come first basis and availability.
Judging Criteria -
Choreography
Synchronization
Expression
Overall on-stage performance
Costume
Eliminations –
No of Participants per team: 6 - 15
Time: 4 minutes
.
Finals -
No of Participants per team: 6 - 15
Time: 8 minutes
Rules -
Last date for registration is 17th December, 2014. No
late entries will be allowed.
Use of Props is allowed.
Exceeding time limit will result in negative marking
and even disqualification.
2 copies of the final track should be submitted prior to
the performance during the Zonals in Mp3 format ONLY
on a CD with team and college name written on it, any
other format will be unacceptable
At all times, participants should be wearing their College Ids
No same participant in two groups.
Only Bollywood songs
For Contingent Entries:
Upload a Video: The video should be in
‘.mp4’ format. Maximum resolution should
be 720 x 576 and should be uploaded
directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo links for video files and
Youtube/Soundcloud links for audio files
For NCE:
Upload a Video: The video should be in
‘.mp4’ format. Maximum resolution should
be 720 x 576 and should be uploaded
directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo links for video files and
Youtube/Soundcloud links for audio files
FOOTLOOSE
Solo Impromptu Dance
Eligibility Criteria -
OTSE allowed on first come first basis and
availability.
Participants must submit a link of a video of their
dance skills.
All participants must be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Spontaneity
Choreography
Expressions
Rhythm
Audience reaction
Eliminations –
Time: 2 minutes
Sound Track : Played by the organizers
on the spot
Finals –
Time: 4 minutes
Sound Track : Specified by the Judges
Rules -
Last date of registration is 17th December, 2014.
No late
entries will be accepted.
Song will be provided on-the-spot.
During the performance variation in dance styles
is allowed.
At all times, participants should be wearing their
Vfest ID provided at the venue.
For NCE:
Same as for Contingent Entries
DIGITAL ARTS
DIRECTOR’S CUT
Film-Making Event
Eligibility Criteria -
Submit a link of your short film.
All participants must be registered college
students.
No OTSE teams allowed.
Judging Criteria -
Theme Implementation
Cinematography
Acting
Overall impact of the video
Editing
Eliminations –
Time: 8 mins
Format: .avi only
Rules -
Last Date for registration is 17th December, 2014. No late
entries will be accepted.
All shooting and editing equipment must be brought by
the participants.
Movie credits will be counted as a part of the allotted
time.
Plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
No pre-recorded videos are allowed for the finals.
The 3 man team for the finals can be decided by the
director.
For NCE:
Same as contingent entries
FLASH ME
Photography Event
Eliminations:
All participants will have to come to the venue.
Participants must click 3-5 photos on the site
Eligibility Criteria -
All participants must be registered college students.
OTSE allowed.
Format : Soft Copy - .jpeg
Judging Criteria -
Interpretation of theme
Scale of technical quality of photograph
Creativity
Concept
Incorporation of Surprise Element
Rules -
Last Date for registration is 17th December, 2014.
No late
entries will be accepted.
All shooting equipment must be brought by the
participants.
Plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
All participants are required to carry their own
DSLR Camera,
software, data cables, etc.
No obscene pictures to be submitted. Any illegal
or obscene material will immediately lead to
disqualification
For NCE:
Same as for Contingent Entries.
LITERARY ARTS
JAM
Just-A-Minute
Think you can slam dunk your thoughts on a ideas
given to you on the spot ? Take a chance and get
rolling with your words.
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come
first served
basis.
All participants must be registered college
students.
NCE and OTSE will be considered on a first come
first served
basis and availability.
Judging Criteria -
Spontaneity
Wit
Humour
Adherence to Grammar
Syntax
Any other criteria the JAM Master
may deem suitable
Eliminations -
No of Participants per team: 1
Finals -
Qualifying participants across pan India will
compete at
the finals.
Topic: Given on the spot by the JAM Master
No of Participants per team: 1
RULES -
The last date of registration is 17th December,
2014. No late
entries will be allowed.
Rules differ for each round – The rounds will be
announced
on-the-spot by the JAM Master.
The only permissible language is English.
The JAM Masters decision will be final and binding.
General JAM rules apply
GEN Q
General Quiz
Eligibility Criteria -
Eliminations -
Teams will compete at the zonals.
No of participants – 2 per team
Aggregate score of both the teammates
combined will be
considered.
Finals –
Qualifying teams will compete at the finals.
Point System counting all rounds
Rules -
Last date of registration is
17th December, 2014. No late entries
will be accepted.
Cell Phones are banned for this event.
Cheating will lead to direct disqualification
Sadda Haq Coolest Idea
Hunt for the best idea
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be selected on a first come first
served
basis
OTSE will be considered on location on a first come
first served basis.
All participants should be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Idea
Execution Plan
Revenue Plan
Originality
Research
Eliminations –
The best idea will be shortlisted
for the finale
Finals -
Qualifying participants will compete at the finals.
Rounds for the final will be revealed on location.
Rules -
The last date for registration is 17th December,
2014
The final decision will be made by the Jury team
and will be binding.
MUSIC
LAUNCHPAD (ENGLISH)
Battle of the Bands – English
Eligibility Criteria -
Bands must submit a sound clip link which
could be an original or a cover.
All Bands are allowed to register.
You DO NOT need to be in the same college
to participate.
NSE allowed only on prior intimation.
Judging Criteria -
Originality
Harmony, Rhythm and Timing
Instrument Technique and Skills
Vocals
Stage Presence
Eliminations -
Songs selected may be a cover or an original
composition.
No of Participants per team: 3-6
Time: 10 minutes - including 3 minutes (setup and
sound check)
Finals –
Songs : 1 original composition & one cover song.
No of Participants per team: 3-6
Time: 15 minutes – including a max 5 minutes (setup and
sound check.)
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014. No
late entries will be accepted.
No Pre-recorded Vocals will be allowed.
A standard 5 piece drum-kit, Mics, cables, and amplifiers
will be provided. Rest of the instruments should be brought
by the participants.
Non College participants age limit – 24
Exceeding the given time limit will result in negative
marking and even disqualification.
Please Note: 90% of the final spots at all the zonals will be
reserved for bands whose constituent
members are registered college students.
For Contingent Entries:
Upload a Video: The video should be in ‘.mp4’
format. Maximum resolution should be 720 x 576 and
should be uploaded directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo
links for video files and Youtube/Soundcloud links for
audio files
Submit Song list with lyrics: The list should be
submitted in word/PDF format
Submit Band Profile: Should be in PDF format.
Should include names of band members, band
accolades(with pictures), various performances(with
pictures)
For NCE:
Same as for Contingent Entries
LAUNCHPAD (HINDI)
Battle of the Bands – Hindi
Eligibility Criteria –
Bands must submit a sound clip link which could be an
original or a cover.
All Bands are allowed to register.
You DO NOT need to be in the same college to
participate in
Judging Criteria -
Originality
Harmony, Rhythm and Timing
Instrument Technique and Skills
Vocals
Stage presence
Eliminations -
Songs selected may be a cover or an original
composition.
No of Participants per team: 3-6
Time: 10 minutes - including 3 minutes
(setup and sound check)
Finals -
Songs : 1 original composition & one cover song.
No of Participants per team: 3-6
Time: 15 minutes – including 5 minutes (setup and
sound check.)
Rules –
Please Note: 90% of the final spots at all the zonals will be
reserved for bands whose constituent members are
registered college students.
For Contingent Entries:
Upload a Video: The video should be in ‘.mp4’
format. Maximum resolution should be 720 x 576 and
should be uploaded directly on vfest.in or through
Youtube/Vimeo
links for video files and Youtube/Soundcloud links for
audio files
Submit Song list with lyrics: The list should be
submitted in word/PDF format
Submit Band Profile: Should be in PDF format.
Should include names of band members, band
accolades(with pictures), various performances(with
pictures)
For NCE:
Same as for Contingent Entries
POPSTARS
Solo Singing
Eligibility Criteria -
Participants must submit a link of a sound clip.
All participants must be registered college
students.
OTSE allowed on first come first basis and
availability.
Judging Criteria -
Singing Abilities
Vocal Range
Stage Presence
Audience Response
Overall Performance
Eliminations –
Songs selected may be a cover or
an original composition.
Time: 2 minutes
No of participants: 1
.
Finals –
Qualifying participants will perform at the finals.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 13th December 2014.
No late
entries will be accepted.
No Pre-Recorded Vocals allowed.
No instrument allowed.
All tracks have to be brought by the participants as
per the
guidelines given by the organizing committee.
Only MP3
formats allowed.
No accompanist will be allowed.
For NCE:
Same as Contingent entries
ACOUSTICA
Singer-Songwriter event
Do you think you connect with Kailash Kher and Bob
Dylan more than just their singing? Are you a natural at
writing songs? Then we have the best opportunity for
you. Acoustica is competition for the new singer-
songwriters.
Eligibility Criteria -
Participants must submit a link of their sound clip.
All participants must be registered college students.
OTSE teams allowed on first come first basis and
availability.
Judging Criteria -
Lyrics
Tune & Rhythm
Versatility
Stage Presence
Originality
Eliminations –
Shortlisted contestants will be invited at
the Zonals.
Participants are expected to present
their Own composition
No of participants: 1
Time: 4 minutes
Finals –
Qualifying participants will perform at the finals.
Time: 4 minutes
Participants have to play one of their own
composition.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014. No late
entries will be accepted.
The performance(s) must be restricted to Hindi or English.
Songs – including lyrics, tune, etc. – must be original
compositions
For NCE:
Same as for Contingent Entries.
TURNING TABLES
DJ Wars
Eligibility Criteria –
Submit a link of your sound clip (original mix)
All participants must be registered college students.
OTSE entries will be considered on location on a first
come first served basis.
Judging Criteria -
Originality
Technique
Persona
Audience Reaction
Mixing
Eliminations -
No of participants - 1
Time: 6 minutes
.
Finals –
No of participants - 1
Time: maximum 10 minutes
Rules -
Last date of registration is 17th December, 2014. No
late entries will be accepted.
Specifications of the system will be given well in
advance.
Use of premixes will lead to direct disqualification.
If the participant breaches the time limit, it will result
in
negative marking and even disqualification.
For NCE:
Same as for the Contingent Entries.
KARAOKE
Calling out to all the bathroom singers out there! Get the
crowd grooving to your awesome singing!
Eligibility Criteria -
All participants must be registered college students.
Registrations will be done on the spot.
Judging Criteria-
Voice Quality
Rhythm
Crowd Response
Difficulty of Song
Lyrics
Eliminations –
Participants will perform in front of a Karaoke set.
Every participant will get 2 mins to perform.
Participants will perform on a song’s lyrics which will be
displayed on the screen.
Best singer will qualify for the finals.
Finals –
Participants will perform in front of a Karaoke set.
Every participant will get 3 mins to perform.
Rules -
Songs must be performed in either English
or Hindi as per the participant’s choice.
Songs must be selected from the list
provided to the participants.
TAMASHA
Street Play
Eligibility Criteria -
All participants must be registered college
students.
No OTSE teams allowed.
Judging Criteria -
Screenplay
Direction
Acting
Usage of the theme
Overall impact
Finals –
No of participants – 8-15
Time – 15 minutes
Rules -
The last date of registration is17th December, 2014. No
late entries will be accepted.
The participants are not allowed to target any individual,
institution or religion.
No microphones or sound systems will be allowed.
Accompanists are not authorised to provide music or
influence the performance in any way.
The complete script must be restricted to Hindi, Hinglish or
English. No other language will be allowed.
The script can be subjected to change for the finals.
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will get special consideration
All participants must be registered college
students.
No OTSE teams allowed.
Judging Criteria -
Originality
Screenplay
Acting skills
Costumes
Effective Incorporation of the Theme.
Eliminations -
No of Participants per team:6 to 12
Time: 15minutes
Final- Theme – Festivals
Finals -
No of Participants per team: 6-12
Time: 20 minutes including 5 minutes for setup
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014. No
late
entries will be accepted.
Exceeding the given time limit will result in negative
marking
and even disqualification.
The stage must not remain empty for more than a minute.
All garments, props and other accessories must be
arranged
by the participating teams.
The participants are not allowed to target any individual,
institution or religion.
The script can be subjected to change for the finals in
keeping with the given theme.
The complete script should be in Hindi/English/Hinglish
compulsorily. No other language will be entertained.
You think you can be the next Shah Rukh Khan, this is
the platform for you. Show your talent and take your
first step to success.
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come
first basis.
All participants must be registered college
students.
OTSE entries will be considered on location on a
first come first served basis
Judging Criteria -
Body Language
Facial Expressions
Vocal Clarity
Embodiment of Character
Dialogues and Script
Eliminations -
No of Participants per team: 1
Performance time: 2 minutes
Finals –
No of Participants: 1
There will be 2 rounds in the finals.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014.
No late entries will be allowed.
The participants are not allowed to demean any
individual, institution or religion.
The performances must be in Hindi/English
compulsorily. No other language will be entertained.
FASHION
RAMP-AGE
The Fashion Show
Eligibility Criteria –
All participants must be registered college students.
OTSE teams not allowed.
Judging Criteria -
Designs
Make up and styling
Choreography
Music incorporation
Adaptation of theme
Eliminations –
Theme : Open Choice
No of models per team: 8-12
Accompanists per team: Maximum 4(inclusive of
designer, makeup artists & backstage help)
Time: 12 minutes including 3 minutes for setup
Finals –
Theme : Caribbean Twist!
No of models per team: 8-12
Accompanists per team: Maximum 4(inclusive of
designer, makeup artists & backstage help)
Time: 15minutes including 3minutes for setup and The
designer’s brief.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014 . No
late entries will be accepted.
All background scores must be submitted in an mp3
format
on a cd on the day of the zonals.
Exceeding the given time limit will result in negative
marking
and even disqualification.
The stage must not remain empty for more than a minute.
All garments, props and other accessories must be
arranged
by the participating teams.
All the logistical requirements must be given to the
organizers along with the designs and the profiles.
Forza Football!
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come
first basis.
OTSE entries will be considered on a first come first
basis.
All participants must be registered college students
Eliminations –
No of Participants per team - 5+2
The shortlisted teams will compete in a knockout
tournament.
Finals –
No of Participants per team - 5+2
The qualifying teams will compete at the finals.
Rules -
The last date of registration is
13th December 2014. No late
entries will be accepted.
Standard rink football rules will apply.
GAMING CHALLENGE
What’s your Game?
If you think you’re better than all the noobs out there and
you can pwn them, we have an event just for you!
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come first basis.
All participants must be registered college students.
Eliminations –
No of Participants per team: 2
Teams will compete in a best-of-3 knockout structure.
Games to be disclosed at the event
Finals -
The qualifying teams will compete at the finals.
No of Participants per team: 2
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014. No
late entries will be accepted.
The participants are not allowed to use cheat codes.
Participants will get a maximum of 1 minute to configure
the controls in each game.
Box Cricket
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come first
basis.
All participants must be registered college students.
Eliminations –
No of Participants per team: 2
No. of overs per innings: 2
Batting team: 1 Batsman (No runner) Batsman no. 2
comes when Batsman no. 1 gets out.
Bowling team: 1 Bowler and 1 Wicket Keeper. Both team
players bowl 1 over each.
Rules –
No ball is termed when the ball tossed by
the bowler is above the waist of the
batsman
Wide ball is termed when the ball is
pitched outside the demarcated lines
For every No ball and wide, the batting
team gets 1 extra run AND 1 extra ball
PERSONALITY EVENTS
CAMPUS STUD
Personality Contest
If you think you can talk the talk and walk the walk,
Vfest is looking for you! Come participate in the
biggest personality contest in the country.
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come
first basis.
OTSE entries will be considered on a first come first
basis.
All participants must be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Wit & Creativity
Intelligence
Versatility
Delivery
Personality
Eliminations -
No of participants - 1
There will be 2 knock-out rounds.
Finals –
No of participants -1
Rounds will be revealed at location.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 17th December, 2014.
No cheating allowed.
Only if the props are approved can the participants
use them in the talent round.
CAMPUS DIVA
Personality Contest
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be considered on a first come first
basis.
OTSE entries will be considered on a first come first
basis.
All participants must be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Wit & Creativity
Intelligence
Versatility
Delivery
Personality
Eliminations -
No of participants - 1
There will be 2 knock-out rounds.
Rules -
The last date of registration is 13th December 2014
No cheating allowed.
Only if the props are approved can the participants
use them in the talent round.
RJ HUNT
Be the next voice of FM
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be selected on a first come first
served
basis
OTSE will be considered on location on a first come
first
served basis.
All participants should be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Clarity
Spontaneity
Wit and Creativity
Originality
Confidence
Eliminations –
Time : 1 min/participant
No of Participants: 30
Finals -
Qualifying participants will compete at the finals.
Rounds for the final will be revealed on location.
Rules -
The last date for registration is 17th December,
2014
Exceeding time limit will result in negative marking
and even disqualification.
Participants must only speak in Hindi or English.
The final decision will be made by the Red FM
team and will be binding.
Parle Be on V
Talent Hunt
Eligibility Criteria -
Online entries will be selected on a first come first
served
basis
OTSE will be considered on location on a first come
first served basis.
All participants should be registered college
students.
Judging Criteria -
Execution
Spontaneity
Wit and Creativity
Originality
Confidence
Eliminations –
Time : 1 min/participant
Finals -
Qualifying participants will compete at the finals.
Rounds for the final will be revealed on location.
Rules -
The last date for registration is 17th December,
2014
Exceeding time limit will result in negative marking
and even disqualification.
Participants must only speak in Hindi or English.
The final decision will be made by the Jury team
and will be binding.
GENERAL CONTEST RULES
5. The organizers reserve the right to frisk the ticket holders &
their belongings at the entry point, & at any given point of
time for security reasons. Your co-operation is solicited.