HPE CodeWars
by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) India
Prizes worth up to ₹1,50,000
HPE CodeWars is a competition by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) India for students in Class 8–12, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 8–12
Fee
Free
Duration
3 hours
Format
Individual · Teams of 3
Time needed
3 hours for the competition, plus preparation time. Participants are encouraged to dedicate time to practice problems.
About This Opportunity
HPE CodeWars is an annual, premier online programming competition hosted by Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) in partnership with Codingal. This event aims to inspire high school students to pursue careers in STEM fields by engaging them in competitive coding challenges. It provides a gamified learning environment where students can enhance their coding abilities by addressing real-world problems.
The competition is open to students in Grades 8-12 from across India and globally, welcoming both beginners and experienced coders. Participants tackle a variety of competitive coding problems, including algorithmic puzzles, data structure challenges, and mathematical computations. The event features a live leaderboard, allowing students to track their progress in real-time.
HPE CodeWars emphasizes the development of technical skills such as collaborative coding, efficient development, and critical thinking. Winners receive significant prizes, national recognition, and unique opportunities like running their code on the HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 aboard the International Space Station. It serves as a crucial platform for fostering the next generation of tech innovators.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 8–12
- Age Range
- 13 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Students must be currently enrolled in Grades 8-12. Grade 8 students who have completed or taken their final Grade 8 exam in 2025 are eligible. Grade 7 students transitioning to Grade 8 in 2025 and Grade 12 students who graduated in 2025 or earlier are not eligible.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of at least one supported programming language (C, C++, Java, or Python).
- Familiarity with competitive programming concepts is beneficial but not strictly required for novice participants.
Additional requirements
- Valid school ID required to claim prizes.
- Plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification and forfeiture of prizes.
- Students must be sponsored by an approved adult sponsor, preferably a teacher associated with a licensed and accredited school or a state-registered home school.
Open to students in Grades 8-12 (ages 13-18) from across India and globally. Participants must be currently enrolled in these grades; recent Grade 8 completers are eligible, but Grade 7 students transitioning to Grade 8 and graduated Grade 12 students are not. A valid school ID is required for prize claims, and plagiarism leads to disqualification. Students need an adult sponsor from their school.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The competition features 26 coding challenges of varying difficulty, covering algorithmic puzzles, data structure challenges, and mathematical computations. A practice arena with over 100 coding problems and past event question banks are available for preparation.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹1,50,000 in prizes
Prizes worth up to ₹1,50,000, including cash and HP products, are awarded to winners. Specific disbursement details will be communicated to winners.
Prizes
HP Products & Unique Opportunity
Winners receive HP products and the unique opportunity to run their code on the HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 aboard the International Space Station.
Certificate
Certificate from HPE & Codingal
Certificates of recognition are provided by HPE and Codingal to participants and winners.
Recognized by
Opens doors to
Enhances college applications for top global institutions like IITs and MIT, showcasing a strong aptitude for computer science and competitive programming.
Career pathways
Provides networking opportunities with HPE technologists and 1-on-1 mentorship and career guidance from HPE Senior Technologists, significantly boosting career prospects in the technology sector.
Recognition
National Recognition & ISS Opportunity
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Opportunity to run code on the HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 aboard the International Space Station.
- 1-on-1 mentorship and career guidance from HPE Senior Technologists.
- Gamified learning environment with a real-time leaderboard.
- No registration fee, making it accessible to all eligible students.
Exam format
- Duration
- 180 minutes
- Format
- 26 coding challenges (algorithmic puzzles, data structure challenges, mathematical computations)
- Language
- C, C++, Java, Python
Rounds & format
The competition consists of a single round where participants solve 26 coding problems within a 3-hour time limit. Problems vary in difficulty, with points awarded based on complexity. A real-time leaderboard tracks progress.
How entries are judged
Submissions are evaluated by an online judge with partial grading for each passed test case. There are no penalties for incorrect submissions, and multiple submissions are allowed, with the best valid solution considered for scoring. Judging criteria for hackathon format include originality, uniqueness, code quality, user interface (UI), and video submission.
Selection process
Winners are determined by the highest points scored based on successfully solved problems. Partial grading is applied for each passed test case.
How to apply
- 1Register online through the official competition website. Participants will receive reminder notifications via email and WhatsApp.
- 2Students must register with their own phone number and email address.
- 3If participating as a team, all members must register individually and use the same team name during project submission.
How to prepare
- Practice Arena with 100+ coding problems on Codingal platform.
- Access to past HPE CodeWars problems on hpecodewars.org (Events -> Past Events).
- External platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, and CodeForces for additional practice.
- Online tutorials and courses for C, C++, Java, and Python programming languages.
Fees & financial support
Fee details
There is no registration fee to participate in the competition, making it accessible to all eligible students.
Refund policy
Not applicable as there is no fee.
Frequently asked questions
Is HPE CodeWars free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in HPE CodeWars?
Students in Class 8–12. children aged 13-18.
What will my child gain from HPE CodeWars?
Win prizes worth up to ₹1,50,000, including cash and HP products.. Receive certificates of recognition from HPE and Codingal.. Top performers get the unique opportunity to run their code on the HPE Spaceborne Computer-2 on the International Space Station.. Gain national-level recognition and media coverage.. Develop advanced coding, algorithmic thinking, and problem-solving skills.. Opportunity for 1-on-1 mentorship and career guidance from HPE Senior Technologists.. Enhance college applications for top global institutions like IITs and MIT.. Join an exclusive community of India's best young coders..
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