DESIGNATHON

06 & 07 DEC 2025
DESIGN
ATHON
BIGGER. GRANDER. WILDER.
36
HOURS
200K
PRIZEPOOL
WHAT IS IX 25?
IX is Sri Lanka’s first-ever inter-university designathon an event where undergraduates tackle real-world problems through innovative design solutions. Over the years, it has grown into one of the country’s most prestigious UI/UX events. IX 25, organized by the IEEE Student Branch of IIT, marks the fifth wave of Sri Lanka’s pioneering AI and XR Designathon. This edition explores gesture-based spatial interfaces, wearable technology, self-generative UIs, and 3D interactivity. Conducted in two phases, participants first present creative UI/UX concepts, with the top teams advancing to a 36-hour designathon to bring their ideas to life. Evolving beyond a competition, IX has become a platform that nurtures innovation, creativity, and design excellence empowering the next generation to shape the future of digital experiences in Sri Lanka.
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APPLICATIONS CLOSES ON
NOVEMBER 14TH
DESIGNATHON ROADMAP
23rd Oct
REGISTRATIONS OPEN
Kickstart your IX journey! Sign up and join the innovation challenge.
10th Nov
WORKSHOP 01
Gain insights and skills to shape your innovative ideas.
14th Nov
REGISTRATIONS CLOSING
Last call to register and be part of the competition.
15th Nov
INTRODUCTORY SESSION
Get to know the competition, teams, and what lies ahead.
16th Nov
SUBMISSIONS OPENING
Begin submitting your creative and technical solutions.
22nd Nov
WORKSHOP 02
Level up your project with expert guidance and feedback.
24th Nov
SUBMISSIONS CLOSING
Deadline to showcase your innovation—make it count!
28th Nov
CHOOSING FINALISTS
Top teams are selected to move on to the grand stage.
29th Nov
WORKSHOP 03
Final preparation and mentoring before the finale.
06-07th Dec
GRAND FINALE
The ultimate showdown—present, pitch, and conquer!
GLIMPSE INTO THE MEMORIES WE
HAVE CREATED.
IX 24 Memories
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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