Rulebook

CODE OF CONDUCT
The decisions of the organizing committee are
final and binding under all circumstances.
All the participants are hereby informed that they
must undergo a baggage check at the main gate.

Any item deemed unsafe by the security would be

prohibited inside the campus.

Consumption of any form of intoxicant is strictly

prohibited within the campus premises. Anyone
found under the influence of the same would be
escorted out of the campus.

All the students must always carry the I.D. card

issued to them by the festival authorities.
Misplacing the same might lead to the person
being disqualified from the festival.
 CODE OF CONDUCT
Carrying any food material including water,
chocolates etc. to the auditorium is strictly
prohibited.

Display of violence and unruly behaviour shall

lead to disqualification and expulsion of the
individual and the respective college from the
festival.
 POINTS SYSTEM
Competitions at Waves ‘24 have been classified
into four categories i.e., Platinum, Gold, Silver
and Bronze. The points to be awarded for the
respective positions are:

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Platinum 300 250 200

Gold 250 200 150

Silver 200 150 100

Bronze 150 100 50

NOTE: If more than one team from a college

secures positions, the college will only get points
for the highest position secured.
 GENERAL RULES
Time limit specified in the rulebook always
includes the setup time.

Exceeding the time limit shall result in a negative

marking in the total score of the
participant/team.

The participants need to adhere to the maximum

size of the teams mentioned in the rulebook. Any
team failing to do so would be disqualified from
the event.

No substitutions are allowed. The same team

that was registered for the eliminations will be
allowed to perform in the finals if it qualifies.

All starred events are open events. An open event

is one where the participation is open to
everyone, not just students from colleges. Cross-
college participation is also allowed in all such
events.
 GENERAL RULES
However, if a cross college participating team
secures a winning position, points will NOT be
awarded to either of the colleges.

All the queries must be mailed at events@bits-

waves.org , with a subject “Query regarding for
Waves 2024”.

All the entries for the various pre-fest events

must be mailed at [email protected], with a
subject “Entry for the pre-fest round of for
Waves 2024” Please feel free to drop us a mail at
[email protected] for any event related
query/assistance.

The organisers reserve the right to introduce

surprise elements in each of the events. Also, tie-
breaker rounds will be introduced if necessary.
The rules for the same would be conveyed to the
participants on the spot.
 GENERAL RULES
Decisions taken by the judges are final and
irrevocable for all of the events.
Violation of any of the rules mentioned in the
rulebook shall lead to the disqualification of the
participant(s).
The organizers reserve the right to cancel any
event at any point of time.

The organizers reserve the right to reduce the

duration of the performance in the elimination
rounds in case there is a shortage of time due to
the number of performing teams.

Important announcements and updates related

to the events (if any) will be released on the
Instagram page. So keep following
http://www.instagram.com/wavesbits for regular
updates.
 GENERAL RULES
The participants are also requested to check for
any changes in rules by visiting the official
website and checking for erratas.

The dates for registration and the deadlines

shall be released on the Instagram & Facebook
page (& twitter handle) and will also be present
on the Waves ’24 official website-
http://www.wavesbits.org
 MINI FESTS
In 2017, we introduced the concept of mini-
festivals within Waves.
Continuing with the same format, we are happy
to announce the 4 Mini festivals for Waves 2024.

Namely, these are:

FLORENCE
The Waves Performing Arts Festival

BEAU VISTA
The Design Festival

CARPE DICTUM
The Waves Literary Festival

SPECIALS
 MINI FESTS
Apart from these, Waves will have a very
interesting lineup of Quizzes, Film and
Photography events, too.

Each mini-festival will have, in addition to its

array of spectacular events, a host of other
activities, including workshops, talks and
memorable performances, tailor-made to make
your Waves experience a memorable one.

Other aspects including the formats of individual

events, the point system, and individual event
rules will remain the same.

Stay tuned to the Waves Instagram Page :

http://www.instagram.com/wavesbits for
updates on everything.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EVENTS
1) FLORENCE
DANCE
(i) Natyanjali
(ii) Sizzle
(iii) Nritya Kala
(iv) Rhythmix

DRAMA
(i) Rangmanch
(ii) Nukkad Natak
(iii) Spotkriti

MUSIC
(i) Rapsody
(ii) Jukebox
(iii) Solonote
(iv) Silence of the Amps
(v) Indian Rock
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EVENTS
2) BEAU VISTA
(i) Scribble to Story
(ii) Kick StART
(iii) Moteef
(iv) Artathon
(v) Blind Art
(vi) Glam Up!
(vii) La Croquis Marquee
(viii) Pixel Vista

3) CARPE DICTUM
(i) InVerse
(ii) Cultural Gauntlet
(iii) Word Games
(iv) Querencia
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EVENTS
4) FILM AND PHOTOGRAPHY
(i) SHo(r)t
(ii) Oh Snap!

5) THE QUIZ FEST

(i) Waves Open
(ii) Pop Quiz
(iii) Vices Quiz
(iv) The Lit Quiz
(v) Melas

6) SPECIALS
(i) Fashion Parade
(ii) Mr and Miss Waves
(iii) Show me the Funny
(iv) Strangely Familiar
(v) BITS ‘n Bites
FLORENCE
DANCE
 NATYANJALI
(PLATINUM)
Team Composition: 8-25 members, including all
non-performing members.
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: 6-10 minutes
Categories: Thematic and Non-Thematic

The Two Categories of this event is

Thematic and Non-Thematic
In the Thematic category participants have to
perform an act with a theme or a story and will be
judged on the basis of Entertainment element,
Theme and Originality. Participants have to
notify them during registration and have to
explain the theme of your act beforehand.

In the Non Thematic Category participants can

perform an act without a theme or story and will
be judged based on Entertainment proposition
and originality.
GENERAL RULES:
A minimum of 6 dancers need to be present
on the stage at all times. Team composition
MUST be of 8-25 members, including all non-
performing members. Failure to comply will
result in point deduction. The Organizing
Committee will not be held responsible for
any consequences faced by the teams
thereafter.
A college/institute can participate in both
thematic and non-thematic. Crew members
are not allowed to perform in more than one
team.
A tiebreaker round might be introduced after
the eliminations, only if found necessary by
the judges and the organising committee
The use of props is allowed. However, it is not
necessary. The Organizing Committee must
be notified of the same at least 1 day prior to
the performance by sending a mail to
[email protected].
 The subject of the mail should be “Request to
use props for Natyanjali”.
The Organizing Committee can deny the
props as per feasibility. The soundtracks of
the prepared sequences must be submitted to
the organising committee in a pen drive, prior
to the event.

NOTE:
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organising team at any point in time. Any and all
decisions of the organising team and judges will
be final and indisputable.

EVENT RULES:

ELIMINATION ROUND:
Participants will be required to perform a
prepared dance sequence.
The duration of this performance will be 6-10
minutes.
 For each minute above the given time limit 5%
of your points of this performance will be
deducted. Participants can incorporate any
dance form into their performance.
The elimination round is not open to watch,
and will be held in a closed room.
Only the judging panel will be viewing the
team’ s performance.

FINAL ROUND:
The teams who qualify for the finals will have
to perform the same dance sequence as the
elimination round. The final round will be
held in the auditorium in front of a live
audience. Rules and guidelines will be the
same as those for the elimination round.

The auditorium screen shall not be used for any

purposes. (photos, videos, etc.)
Teams are not allowed to use any external
lighting for their performance.
The stage dimensions are 31 X 45 feet.
Judging Criteria:

Thematic
Entertainment Value
Dramatic Interpretation and Theme
Choreography
Costumes/props

Non- thematic
Entertainment Value
Execution and technique
Choreography
Costumes/props
 SIZZLE
(GOLD)
Team Composition: 1 member
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Elimination: 2-3 minutes
Finals: 3-5 minutes

GENERAL RULES:
The soundtracks of the prepared sequences for
the elimination round must be submitted to the
organising committee in a pen drive prior to the
event.
Semi-final rounds 1 & 2 will be conducted one
after the other.

EVENT RULES:
ELIMINATION ROUND:
Participants will be required to perform a 2-
minute sequence out of their prepared 3-5
minutes set. The elimination round is not
open to watch and will be held in a closed
room.
 Only the judging panel will be viewing the
performances. The use of props is not
allowed.

SEMI-FINAL ROUND 1:
Participants will be required to perform their
entire prepared set of 3-5 minutes. 5% of the
total score will be deducted for each minute
above the time limit.

SEMI-FINAL ROUND 2:
Participants will be divided into groups of 3.
One group will perform at a time, where all 3
participants in that group dance
simultaneously but individually on the tune
provided to them. The participant must stick
to the area allotted to him/her.
At the signal of the judges, positions will be
shuffled and the participants will have to
continue in a new area. Each group will be
shuffled thrice.
If a participant steps out of the area, he/she
shall be warned once. If the offence is
repeated, the participant shall be eliminated
immediately.
FINAL ROUND:
Two participants will be called on the stage
simultaneously. The first participant dances
to a song played on the spot while the other
will stay still.
At the signal of the judges, the first
participant will stop, and the second
participant will immediately begin dancing to
the continuation of the same song.
The process will be repeated every time the
song is changed.
Participants 1 and 2 will perform each song's
starting sequence alternately.
In this way, the song will be changed several
times while the participants dance in an
alternating manner.

NOTE:
Rules may be altered with the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time. All decisions
of the organising team and judges will be final
and indisputable.
 NRITYAKALA
(GOLD)
“Combining graceful movements and emotions
with elements of Indian classical dance and
divine inspiration.”
Team composition: 1-4 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Eliminations: 2-3 minutes
Finals: 4-5 minutes

GENERAL RULES:
The performance should incorporate
recognized Indian classical dance forms such
as Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Kuchipudi,
Mohiniyattam, etc.
A fusion of classical dance forms is allowed
but they must maintain the core elements of
the selected classical dance styles.
Semi-classical dance and bollywood music
will be allowed but the choreography should
respect the traditional aspects of Indian
Classical dance.
 While creativity is encouraged, the
performance must respect the traditional
elements of the dance form, vulgar or
inappropriate movements are strictly
discouraged.
Avoid using music that could be considered
disrespectful or inappropriate in the context
of traditional dance.
Props can be incorporated to enhance the
performance, but dangerous items, fire, and
harmful substances are strictly prohibited.
(The Organizing Committee must be notified
of the same at least 2 days prior to the
performance by sending a mail to
[email protected]. The subject of the mail
should be “Request to use props for
Nrityakala”. The Organizing Committee can
deny the props as per feasibility.)

EVENT RULES:
The essence of Nritya (dance), Abhinaya
(expression) will be observed. In the Nrityakala
dance competition, participants will showcase
their talents in two distinct rounds.
ROUND 1: ELIMINATION ROUND:
Participants will be required to perform a 2-
minute sequence out of their prepared 4-5-
minute set. Therefore, contestants are advised
to choose their best 2 minutes. The
elimination round is not open to watch and
will be held in a closed room. Only the
judging panel will be viewing the
performances.

ROUND 2: GRAND FINALE:

The teams who qualify for the finals will have
to perform their entire prepared dance set.
The final round will be held in front of a live
audience.

NOTE:
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time. No
additional time will be entertained. 5% of the
total score will be deducted for each minute
above the time limit.
JUDGING CRITERIA:

Technical Proficiency : Precision in footwork,

posture, hand gestures, and movement
clarity.
Emotional Expression : Innovation in
choreography and conveying emotions/
storytelling effectively.
Grace and Aesthetics : Overall elegance, visual
appeal and clarity.
Originality and Creativity : Use of props,
costumes and space.
 RHYTHMIX
(SILVER)
"Rhythmix: Bring Your Best in 2-Minutes and
Dazzle the Judges, then Captivate the Crowd in
the Final Round!”

Team composition: 2-4 members

Team per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/on the spot
Eliminations: 2 minutes
Finals: 3-5 minutes

GENERAL RULES:
Any form of cheating or plagiarism will result
in immediate disqualification.
Respect for fellow competitors, judges, and
organisers is mandatory.
Event Rules:

Elimination Round:
Contestants must perform part of their
prepared sequence in a closed room before
the judges. The sequence can last for a
maximum of 2 minutes. No additional time
will be entertained. Therefore, contestants are
advised to choose their best 2 minutes. The
elimination is not open to watch and will be
held in a closed room.

Final Round 1:
Prepared sequence of 3-5 minutes is to be
performed in front of the judges and live
audience. The sequence performed for the
elimination round must be a part of this
sequence.

Final Round 2:
The teams are provided with a prop that must
be incorporated into their dance routine. For
e.g.Blindfold, one hand tied off each partner,
etc.
 The props will be provided to each team a day
before the final rounds (lottery-based chit
selection), and each team will be given time
till the commencement of the final round 1 to
prepare a performance of about 2-3 minutes
on the song of their choice.

NOTE:
Rules may be altered with the discretion of the
organising team at any point in time. Any and all
decisions of the organising team and judges will
be final and indisputable.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Choreography : Creativity and originality of

choreography. Use of formations and spatial
awareness.
Execution : Synchronization and timing
among team members. Precision in
movements and transitions. Technical
proficiency and control.
Expression and Stage Presence : Confidence
and charisma on stage. Effective
communication and chemistry between team
members.
Overall Impact : Overall impression left by the
performance. (For final round: Use of Props
(For final round)
Use of Props : Integration of the prop into the
routine. Creativity and innovation in using the
prop effectively and Overall Impact.
 RANGMANCH
(GOLD)
Rangmanch, the flagship drama event of Waves
‘24 is back!
The grand stage of the auditorium awaits you to
shine on it and make it tremble and mesmerize
our audience with your enchanting storytelling
and acting. Join us in presenting a stage play of
any theme, story or flair to your heart’s content!

“Set the stage alive at the stage play event”

Team composition: 2-10 actors + 0-5

backstage
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On-the-spot
Time limit: Eliminations: 15-20 minutes
Finals: 40 minutes
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
Teams should email a copy of their script (full
script) to [email protected] , with the
subject “Script for Rangmanch at Waves
2024".
The email should mention the duration of the
performance, a list of props used and their
light and sound requirements. Teams will not
be considered for the event if the script is not
submitted.

GENERAL RULES:
The team must perform a stage play, which
must be either in English or Hindi.
Only limited table(s) and chair(s) will be
provided by the organizers. (Subject to
availability).
Sound can be provided only through sound
clips, which should be made available on a
pen drive well before the event, It is advised to
keep at least one backup. No arrangements
will be made for live music.
 A team of 5 people will be allowed to work
backstage. Teams found to be acquiring the
help of more than five people will be
penalized accordingly.
Only one person is allowed to work on sounds
or lights at a time, and the remaining
members may work on stage setup and help
with other needs on stage. 
The number of participants entering the final
round will be decided based on the total
number of entries received.
Teams are not allowed to reveal their college
names during their performance.
Judge sheets will not be shown to participants
under any circumstances and verdicts are
final and not open to any challenges.
Time slots will be provided for teams to
inspect the stage and backstage before the
event begins.

EVENT RULES:
The duration of the performance includes the
stage setup and clearance time.
The total time may not exceed 20 min for the
eliminations and 45 minutes for the finals.
 Up to 5 minutes shall be allotted to each team
for technical check.
Teams must report 15 minutes before the
event's scheduled start time. 5% of the total
score will be deducted for each minute above
the time limit.
The Organizing Committee must be notified
of the props required during the time of
performance(s) at least 2 weeks before the
performance by sending a mail to
[email protected].
The subject of the mail should be "Request to
use props for Rangmanch". In case of any
situations which have not been described in
the rules, the decision taken by the judges will
be final.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Successful Depiction of Topic
Direction and coherence
Coordination
Performance
Facial Expression
 NUKKAD NATAK
(GOLD)
Nukkad Natak is an open-air event. It's open to
anyone who wants to perform, with only one rule:
your message should be as bold and clear as your
performance!

"Unleash your story, ignite change, and

mesmerize the public with your energy in this
street theatre event!"

Team Size- 8-20 members (includes members

forming the external circle also)
Teams per college- No limit
Registration- Online / on spot
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Registration: Each team is supposed to mail

their college name along with the Names,
contact numbers and email ids of all their
participants. The details should be mailed to
[email protected] at least 2 weeks prior to
the event.
ELIMINATIONS:
Each team should perform the entire play in
the elimination round.
The time limit is 20 minutes.
5% of the total score will be deducted for each
minute above the time limit.
Use of profanity or vulgarity will result in the
deduction of points as per the judges’
decision.
Finals:
This round will be conducted in the streets.
The remaining rules are the same as that of the
elimination round.

ADDITIONAL RULES:
The play should deliver a social message.
No pre-recorded voices or music is allowed.
No team is allowed to use or reveal the name
of their college; doing so will result in
immediate elimination.
The play must be in either Hindi or English
only. Teams should minimize the use of
props.
 The teams have to carry their own props as
the organizers are not liable to provide any
props for the participants
Performance should be confined within the
area.
In case of any situations which have not been
described in the rules, the decision taken by
the judges will be final. The decision of judges
will be final and non-disputable.

JUDGING PARAMETERS:
Successful Depiction of Topic
Direction and coherence
Coordination
Performance
Facial Expressions

ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Respect: All participants must respect each
other, the judges, and the audience.
Disrespectful behavior will lead to
disqualification.
Decision: The judge's decision will be final
and binding.
In case of a time-breaker, a tie breaking
round may be held.
 SPOTKRITI
(SILVER)
Spotkriti is a fun and engaging event where
friends can come together to enjoy a lively and
energetic atmosphere or a stage for individual
brilliance of creativity.

It's a wonderful opportunity to unleash your

creative spirit and showcase your spontaneous
talent in front of an enthusiastic audience.
Whether you’re participating or just watching,
you’ll be amazed at the quick-witted, diverse
performances on display. Join us for a memorable
experience filled with laughter, creativity, and the
thrill of improvisation, and see how well you can
perform under the spotlight.

This is a fun event where we welcome both

amateurs and experienced individuals alike. A
stage for the more experienced to showcase their
prowess and an opportunity for amateurs to
discover a new part of themselves.
GENERAL RULES:
Registration: All participants may register
before the event. Each participant/team will be
assigned a number for identification. On-spot
registration may be allowed if time permits. In
case of a team participation, general
information such as team name, team size and
team leader(name and contact) need to be
provided.
Timing: Each participant/team will have 5
minutes to prepare once their prompt is given.
Judging: An outside judge will evaluate the
performances based on creativity, execution,
and adherence to the given prompt.
You are allowed to participate in all three
events, but can not take part in one event
multiple times.
Cross-collegiate teams are warmly welcomed!
Event organizers reserve the right to make the
final decision in any case of dispute.
In the spirit of fairness, each team’s leader(the
individual if solo) will have to choose their
prompt from a bowl of chits before their
performance.
Category 1: Mime Performance
Rules:
Nature of Performance: Mime performances
must be completely silent. Participants can
only use body language, facial expressions,
and gestures.
Props: A selection of props provided by the
organizers will be available for participants to
use. Besides this, the participants may use
their own props to add to their performance,
but the use of props that may cause damage to
property or are hazardous is not permitted.
Prompt: Participants will receive their
prompt 15 minutes before their performance.
No external help will be allowed during the
preparation time.
Team Size: 1-3
Time limit: 2-4 minutes

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Creativity and originality
Clarity of story or message
Use of body language and expressions and
engagement and audience impact
Coordination between members (for a group
performance)
Category 2: Solo Performance
Rules:
Nature of Performance: This category is open
to any form of solo performance, such as
monologues, stand-up comedy, singing,
dancing, etc.
Props: A selection of props provided by the
organizers will be available for participants to
use. Besides this, the participants may use
their own props to add to their performance,
but the use of props that may cause damage to
property or are hazardous is not permitted.
Prompt: Participants will receive their
prompt 15 minutes before their performance.
No external help is allowed during the
preparation time.
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Creativity and originality
Performance skills
Engagement and audience impact
Adherence to the prompt
Performance remains within time bounds
Category 3: Group Performance
Rules:
Nature of Performance: Group performances
can include skits, short plays, musical acts,
singing, dancing, etc. Each group can have a
maximum of 4 members.
Props: A selection of props provided by the
organizers will be available for participants to
use. Besides this, the participants may use
other props to add to their performance, but
the use of props that may cause damage to
property or are hazardous is not permitted.
Prompt: Groups will receive their prompt 15
minutes before their performance.
No external help is allowed during the
preparation period.
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Creativity and originality
Coordination and teamwork
Performance skills
Engagement and audience impact
Adherence to the prompt
Performance remains within time bounds
music
 rAPSODY
(SILVER)
"From Streets to Beats"
An impromptu rap battle with no musical
instruments allowed, which flows as
unrestrained
and freely as Waves.

The following are the categories of

participation:
Category1: Rap Battle
Category2: Beatbox Battle
Category3: Beat & Flow Showdown
Podiums shall be separate for all categories

No. of team members: 1/2

Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: 2 minutes (subject to change)
The length of each rap mustn’t exceed 2 minutes.
The length of each beat box set mustn’t exceed 2
minutes.
The length of each beatbox + rap battle must not
exceed 3 minutes
LYRICS: ENGLISH/HINDI
GENERAL RULES:
The participants will be divided into groups
of two and have to battle it out in a series of
impromptu rap battles.
The winners from each group will battle it
out in the subsequent rounds.
Each group of participants will have to pick
chits and incorporate the words on them
into their rap/beatbox/both.

FINALS :
The qualified participants will be selected
for the finals, which will be conducted on
campus during waves.
The rules are the same as the eliminations.
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time.
Any decisions of the organizing team and
judges will be final and indisputable.
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Choice of words (no homophobic/sexist
remarks should be made throughout the
event),
Rhyming Scheme,
Rhythm (how well participants stay on beat),
Choice of Backing Track,
Timing and Rhythm (Beatbox)
Complexity and Variety (Beatbox)
Flow and Transition (Beatbox)
Stage Presence
Overall Performance.
 JUKEBOX
(GOLD)
Jukebox is a single-singer event where you may
choose to sing in either the Western or Indian
category.
This event tests your ability to sing as well as
play.

Team Composition: 1 member

Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Eliminations: 4 minutes
(Eliminations),
8 minutes (Finals)

Category -Indian and Western Separate

GENERAL RULES:
The participants are allowed to use either of
the following:
Instruments: One accompanying instrument
is allowed, played either by the participant or
by someone else.
Backing track: The participant can also use a
backing track and the same must be provided
to the organizers in a pen drive.
For instruments, availability for a keyboard
(in piano tune) and an acoustic guitar will be
assured.
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time.
All decisions of the organizing team and
judges will be final and indisputable.
In case the song is not in Hindi/English, the
participant must e-mail one copy of the lyrics
translated into Hindi/English to
[email protected].
A 5% penalty will be incurred for every
minute over the time limit for both the
eliminations and final rounds.
A participant can compete in either the
Western or Indian category. A total of 10
participants (5 from each category) will be
selected to compete in the final round.
JUDGING CRITERIA:
Rhythm
Sur
Pitching
Choice of Songs
Overall Performance
 SOLONOTE
(SILVER)
Witness solo artists master their chosen
instruments, aiming for glory in percussion or
non-percussion categories. Experience an
extraordinary musical showdown transcending
boundaries in a symphonic journey. Watch all
this go down in a final face-off to crown the best
solonote.

Team composition: 1 member

Registration: Online/On the spot
Teams per college: Unlimited
Time limit: 6 minutes (Round 1)

There will be two categories: non-

percussion instruments and
percussion instruments.
GENERAL RULES
Participants can use only one instrument to
play anything of their choice.
50% marks of the solo performance will be
carried over to the face-off round.

SOLO PERFORMANCE:
Each participant of their respective
category will play whatever they’ve
prepared beforehand. Points will be
allocated on the basis of the performance

FACE-OFF:
Percussion Category:
A melody is provided, which will be the
same for every participant, and they will
have to improvise and play along.
Non-Percussion Category:
A beat is provided, which will be the same
for every
Participants will have to improvise and play
along.
A 5% penalty will be incurred for every
minute over the time limit.
Availability of the following instruments is
assured (if required):
Keyboard (in Piano tune)
Acoustic guitar
Tabla
Congo
Drum set

Rules may be altered at the discretion of the

organizing team at any point in time.
All decisions of the organizing team and judges
will be final and indisputable.

The participant with the maximum points will

be designated the winner of the round. If there
is only one participant for an instrument, a
normalization process will be followed to
decide if that instrumentalist qualifies for the
face-off.
Silence of the Amps
(GOLD)
At this acoustic music event woo us over with
beautiful acoustic renditions of English or Hindi
songs of
any genre with your team. Think your soulful
acoustic version is the finest the song can be,
show us too, the stage is all yours. Let the world
witness your talent.

Time Limit-12 mins

(An extra 5% of the total score will be
deducted for each minute above the time limit)

It is a single round event with a minimum 2

songs to be performed. The participants
have to perform acoustic renditions of songs
of any genre or original compositions.
A minimum of one vocalist is mandatory.
There should be a minimum of three
performing members on stage at any point
of time. Acapella performances are allowed.
 Only Acoustic instruments may be used.
Loop pedals can be used if necessary.
Availability of an electric bass, a keyboard
and a Congo is assured (if needed)
A participant cannot be a member of more
than one team.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Rhythm,
Arrangement,
Quality of cover,
Creativity,

Under unforeseen circumstances, the event

manager’s decision will be final. Rules may be
altered, with the decision will be final. Rules
may be altered at the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time. Any and all
decisions of the organizing team and judges will
be final and indisputable.
 INDIAN ROCK
(GOLD)
A rock band competition that brings together
multiple rock bands to showcase their musical
talents. "Indian Rock" offers an exciting
opportunity for bands to showcase their musical
prowess while embracing the fusion of
traditional Indian elements
with the energy of rock music.

Members Allowed:- 1-10

Time Limit - 15 mins, including setup and
clearance(subject to
change)
Registration-Online

LYRICS
The song can be in English or in any Indian
language. In case the song is not in Hindi or
English, the participants must e-mail copy of the
lyrics.
 5% of the total score will be deducted for each
minute above the time limit.

INSTRUMENTS -
Use of percussion and vocals is mandatory
minimum 3 performing members should be
present at all time and a minimum of 2 songs are
to be performed

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Rhythm,
Sur(Melody),
Pitching,
Choice of Songs,
Overall Performance,
Entertainment Value,
Mastery of the Instruments.

No Pre-recorded music will be allowed under

any circumstances
The vocalists may hum, whistle, sing Taranaas,
Sargam or in Aakar.
Registration for this event will be purely
online and can be done at [email protected].
The registration is on a first come, first serve
basis, and the registration will close once 10
teams have registered.

Any and all decisions of the organizing team and

judges will be final and indisputable.
Under unforeseen circumstances, the organising
committee’s decision will be final.
BEAU
VISTA
 Scribble to story
(GOLD)
"Scribble to Story" is a two-part competition that
challenges your artistic flair and storytelling
skills. The first round focuses on doodling, where
you’ll create expressive and imaginative sketches.
In the second round, shift gears to craft a
compelling comic strip showcasing your
narrative talents. Each round is independent,
allowing you to shine in both spontaneous
creativity and structured storytelling.

Team composition: 1-2 members

Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Eliminations: Round 1: 60mins
Round 2: 90 mins

GENERAL RULES:
Required material will be provided, however
participants are strongly encouraged to bring
their own supplies.
Personal stationery is allowed (Ruler, pencils,
Pad, etc)
 Exceeding the time limit of any round will
result in a deduction of points.
Any help from external sources is not
permitted.
EVENT RULES:
Round 1 (Comic Strip):
Participants will be provided with sheets and
are encouraged to bring the required art
supplies of their own before the
commencement of the event.
The theme and guidelines will be announced
at the start of the event.
Doodles must adhere to the theme to qualify.
Participants will be given designated time to
complete the doodle and any form of
discrepancy will not be entertained.
All entries must be original works created
solely by the participant(s).
Submission is to be done within guidelines.
Winners are announced after a designated
time for judging and thereby informed.
Round 2 (Doodling):
Participants in the comic strip making
competition are encouraged to bring their
own stationery, including pencils, pens,
erasers, rulers, and colouring materials.
The theme and specific guidelines for the
comic strip will be revealed at the event.
Participants will be given a set amount of time
to complete their comic strips.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Creativity, Originality, Artistic Skill and other
parameters and their weightage will be
decided by judges and announced at the start
of the competition.
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organising team at any point of time.
All decisions of the organising team and
judges will be final and indisputable.
By entering, participants grant the organisers
the right to use, display, and publish the
doodles for promotional purposes, with
proper credit to the artists.
All submissions will be the host college's sole
property after the competition.
 kickstart
(GOLD)
The challenge involves designing and
customising a pair of white sneakers. The final
touch involves presenting these custom sneakers,
where participants combine their design skills
with fashion flair. This event is a celebration of
innovation and artistic expression, allowing
participants to push the boundaries of creativity.

Team composition: 2-4 members

Teams per college: At max 4
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Round 1: 60 mins
Round 2: 120 mins

GENERAL RULES:
Required colouring material will be provided,
however participants are strongly encouraged
to bring their own supplies.
Personal stationery is allowed (Ruler, pencils,
Pad, etc)
Exceeding the time limit of any round will
result in deduction of points.
 Any help from external sources is not
permitted.
The decision of the judges will be final and
binding.

EVENT RULES:
In Round 1, the teams have to paint the same
design as that of the main event on an A-3
sheet based on the theme that will be
announced on the spot.
A number of teams will be selected for Round
2 wherein they design the sneaker. A pair of
white sneakers will be provided to each of the
teams. Colours will be provided however
teams can bring their own paints. Basic
stationary is to be brought by the teams.
Teams have to model the sneaker designed in
Round 2 on one of their team members and
present it to the judges.
JUDGING CRITERIA:

Round 1: Aesthetic Appeal, Creativity, Other

parameters and weightage to be decided by
the judges and announced at the start of the
competition.
Round 2: Sneaker Presentation Incorporation
of theme. Other parameters and weightage to
be decided by the judges and announced at
the start of the competition.
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time.
Any and all decisions of the organizing team
and judges will be final and indisputable.
All submissions will be the host college's sole
property after the competition
 moteef
(bronze)
"The tee-designing event”

Description: Unleash your artistic vision in

"Moteef," a dynamic t-shirt design competition.
Teams will create unique designs based on
themes revealed during the event, using a mix of
provided materials and their own tools. Bring
your creativity to life on both paper and fabric, as
you transform ideas into wearable art

Team composition: 1-3 members

Teams per college: At max 4
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Round 1: 90 mins
Round 2: 120 mins
EVENT RULES:

Round 1: Themes shall be given on spot. The

teams have to express their interpretation of
the theme on an A-3 sheet using poster
colours/watercolours and markers.
Round 2: For the final round, a white t-shirt
and colours will be provided to the teams;
however, teams can bring their own paints.
Basic stationery is to be brought by the teams.
Only paint will be allowed to be used on the
T-shirt. Further details will be given on the
spot.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Creativity, Aesthetic Appeal, Other

parameters and weightage to be decided by
the judges and announced at the start of the
competition.
Rules may be altered with the discretion of
the organizing team at any point of time. Any
and all decisions of the organizing team and
judges will be final and indisputable.
All submissions will be the host college's sole
property after the competition.
 artathon
(GOLD)
"In this sketching competition, participants will
use their creativity to bring a given theme to life
through their artwork. With the opportunity to
showcase their artistic skills, they are encouraged
to blend imagination with thematic elements to
create visually compelling and aesthetically
pleasing sketches.

Team composition: Round 1(Individual),

Round 2 and 3 (Team of 2)
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Round 1: 50 mins
Round 2: 1 hour 15 mins
Round 3: 2 hours
GENERAL RULES:
Required colouring material will be provided,
however participants are strongly encouraged
to bring their own supplies.
Personal stationery is allowed (Ruler, pencils,
Pad, etc)
 Exceeding the time limit of any round will
result in a deduction of points.
Any help from external sources is not
permitted.
The decision of the judges will be final and
binding.
EVENT RULES:
Round 1 (Individual Participation):
Use your imagination to sketch out what
relates to the given theme (revealed at the
venue).
NOTE: Those selected will be considered for
the next Rounds (Depending on the number of
participants in Round 1).
2. Round 2: A Run through Time (Team of two)
3. Round 3: Passing the Baton (Team of two)

NOTE:
Rules of Rounds 2 and 3 will be disclosed at the
Venue
JUDGING CRITERIA:

Content, Event and Round-Theme

Integration,Creativity,Neatness,Aesthetic.
Appeal, and other parameters and their
weightage are to decided by judges and
announced at the start of the competition.
By entering, participants grant the organisers
the right to use, display, and publish the
doodles for promotional purposes, with
proper credit to the artists.
-All submissions will be the host college's sole
property after the competition.
 BLIND ART
(bronze)
This event challenges teams to work together in a
unique test of communication and creativity. One
team member, handcuffed, must describe a given
drawing or painting to their blindfolded partner,
who then attempts to recreate it based solely on
the description. The teams must rely on precise
communication and artistic interpretation to
produce a sketch that closely resembles the
original artwork. The event offers a fun and
collaborative experience, where teamwork and
creative problem-solving are key to success.

Team composition: 2 members

Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: 1 hr
EVENT RULES:
The event requires one member (handcuffed)
to describe a given drawing/painting to the
other member (blindfolded) who will have to
draw it.
Required sketching materials like drawing
sheets and pencils will be provided. However,
participants are strongly encouraged to bring
the necessary supplies.
Once the event has started, no teams will be
allowed to join.

JUDGING CRITERIA:

Judging will be based on the resemblance to

the given drawing/painting.
Rules may be altered at the discretion of the
organising team at any point of time.
All decisions of the organising team and
judges will be final and indisputable.
The decision of the judges will be final and
binding.
By entering, participants grant the organisers
the right to use, display, and publish
theartwork for promotional purposes, with
proper credit to the artists.
All submissions will be the host college's sole
property after the competition.
 GLAM UP!
(GOLD)
Participants will demonstrate their makeup
artistry by crafting visually striking looks,
highlighting their creativity and technical skill.
The event challenges them to push the
boundaries of their artistry, resulting in
captivating and unique transformations.
Team composition: 1-2 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: Eliminations: Round 1: 30mins
Round 2: 90 mins

GENERAL RULES:
The participants must bring all the necessary
makeup and hairstyling equipment. No such
equipment will be provided.
Exceeding the time limit of any round will
result in deduction of points.
Any help from external sources is not
permitted.
 Makeup can be applied to either oneself or
another person.
EVENT RULES:
The event is a 2 round event where
participants will compete to create the most
stunning and creative make-up looks. The
first round will be a speed-up round.
Participants will be given a total duration of
30 minutes to finish their work. On the basis
of the judge’s decision, the winners of Round 1
will commence Round 2. The decision of the
judges will be final and binding.
In Round 2, a theme will be disclosed 15
minutes before the commencement of the
round.
No makeup should be applied to the
participant before the commencement of the
round. If so, they will be required to remove
the makeup prior to the start of the
competition.
The scoring will solely be on the basis of the
makeup look. Other fashion elements like
hair and accessories will not be taken into
consideration. Further instructions may be
given on the spot. The decision of the judges
will be final and binding.
JUDGING CRITERIA:

Creativity and originality, technical skills,

visual impact, and other parameters, along
with their weightage, will be decided by the
judges and announced at the start of the
competition.
Rules may be modified at the discretion of the
organising team at any time.
All decisions made by the organising team
and judges will be final and binding.
 La Croquis Marquee
(bronze)
This event invites participants to showcase their
fashion design skills through sketching and
illustration. participants will creatively design an
outfit based on a theme. This competition is a
blend of creativity, technique, and aesthetic
sensibility, offering participants the chance to
make their unique fashion statement.

Team composition: 1 member

No. of rounds:1
Registration: Online/On the spot
Time limit: 1 hr 30 mins
EVENT RULES:
The event tests the creativity and technique
of the participants. A theme will be disclosed
right before the commencement of the event.
The participants must bring basic stationery
items (pencils, erasers and sharpeners) for
sketching the illustration. The participants
may use pencil colours, crayons, paints or
markers for colouring the illustration. Basic
brushes and paints may be provided.
The participants will be given an A-3 size
drawing sheet with a stencil of a croquis to
sketch on. Each team will be provided with
one sheet only and extra sheets may not be
given.
Participants will be given the option of
choosing the gender of the croquis and the
selection of garments is up to the
participants’ judgement.
However, the finished illustrations must not
involve any form of vulgarity or nudity. Any
fashion element that complements the outfit,
such as accessories, shoes, etc., might fetch
bonus points depending on the discretion of
the judge.
 Hairstyles and makeup may be drawn on the
croquis. However, they shall solely contribute
to the aesthetic of the illustration and do not
carry any marks of their own.
The participants may not use any technical
tools, such as rulers, stencils, or compasses,
to assist them. The sketch must be drawn
free-handed. The participants may not glue
any embellishments on their sketches.
The participants may not use any reference
materials during the competition. Further
instructions may be given on the spot. The
decision of the judges will be final and
binding

BONUS ACTIVITY:
A team may add a custom logo at the corner of the
drawing paper to give their outfit a brand
identity. The logo may contain the artist’s initials
or a symbol of choice by the artist, in a creative
and artistic manner. It must not be a plagiarised
form of any existing logo. If found to be so, the
logo will be ignored. The decision of the
Organising Committee stands final.
The logo is not a compulsory feature of the
illustration, and it may be awarded some bonus
marks, depending on the discretion of the judge.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Neatness
Poise and general aesthetic of the croquis
Theme integration in the finished sketch
The colour composition and aesthetic of the
garments, including judgement on how well
the pieces and other fashion elements
complement each other.
The decision of the judges will be final and
binding
 pixel vista
(bronze)
"Pixel Vista" is an online art event where digital
creativity knows no bounds. Showcase your
artistic skills by creating stunning pixel art,
exploring the vibrant possibilities of the digital
canvas. This event is your chance to craft
captivating visuals and share your unique
perspective with the world.

EVENT RULES:
This is an online event. Entries must be
submitted with a short synopsis. The
participants must use a tablet or laptop for
their work. The registered teams will have to
submit their work at [email protected]
before the given deadline according to the
given file format, dimensions and resolution.
Submissions should be entirely original
creations.
 Plagiarism, usage of AI or copyright
infringement will result in disqualification.
The theme will be released through our social
media platforms.
Organizing committee’s decision will be final.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Content
Theme integration
Creativity
Aesthetic appeal
CARPE
DICTUM
 INVERSE
(GOLD)
BITS Goa ’ s Annual Poetry Slam
Team Composition: 1 member
Teams per College: unlimited
Registration: online/during regionals
Time Limit: 3-4 minutes

GENERAL RULES:
The event is about presenting the spoken
word. Blank verses or meters, first love or
breakup poems, humorous poems or
melancholic ones, we are on the lookout for all
styles of poetry.
Regional rounds for Inverse will be held
offline in Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad,
Vadodara, & Bangalore. For participants from
other cities, there will be a regional round
during Waves.
The finalists from the regional rounds will
compete during the grand finale held during
the fest
 Participants must perform in the English
language only.
Each poet must perform only original work
that they have written.

The poet may not use musical instruments,

props, or costumes Vulgarity for vulgarity ’ s
sake will be penalized The ranking of the
judges will be final and binding

EVENT RULES:
REGIONAL ROUND:
Registration will open two weeks prior to the
regional rounds. Participants are required to
register online with their name, contact details,
and a copy of the college ID card.
Post-registration participants will receive an
email with the details of the date, time, and
venue for the regional rounds. Participants are
required to report at the venue 15 minutes prior
to the start of the round
 Each poet gets 3-4 minutes to perform their
piece, with a 10- second grace period. After
4:10 a penalty of 0.5 points is imposed for every
10 seconds over time.
The results of the regional round will be
announced on the same day at the same venue.

FINAL ROUND

The final round will be held in BITS Goa

during Waves 2023. The top 3 winners from
each regional will compete during this round.
Each poet gets 3-4 minutes to perform their
piece, with a 10- second grace period. After
4:10 a penalty of 0.5 points is imposed for every
10 seconds over time.
The results will be announced on the same day
at the same venue
JUDGING CRITERIA

The pieces presented by the poets will be judged

based on Language, creativity, performance,
expression.
Judges will score participants on a scale of 1-10.
They will be encouraged to use decimal places to
preclude the possibility of a tie.
The judges ' decision will be final and binding
for regional and final rounds.
After the results are announced, no
clashes/complaints from the participants will be
entertained.
 CULTURAL
GAUNTLET
(SILVER)
Put your creativity and linguistic skills to the test!
Team composition: 1 member
Teams per college: unlimited
Registration: online/on-fest

This event is composed of four rounds:

ROUND 1: JAM

Participants will be grouped into sets of 6 by

the moderators.
Each group will go through at least one round
of regular JAM and one round of a special JAM
(eg: Alphabet JAM, Disconnect JAM etc.) whole
rules will be explained in detail on the spot
 Points will be awarded based on the duration
for which contestants speak without slurring
or making grammatical errors, as shall be
decided by the discretion of the moderators.
The 15 best JAMmers move to the final round.
It is not necessary that one JAMmer is selected
from every set.

ROUND 2: SHIPWRECK

Contestants are allotted a famous personality

and are placed on a hypothetical sinking ship
(there is a potential Waves pun in there
somewhere).
They have to try convincing the judges (who
act as captains of the ship) to give you the sole
lifejacket while playing the role of the person
allotted to you. Points are allotted on the basis
of creativity and humour.
THE DECISION OF THE JUDGES IS FINAL
AND BINDING
ROUND 3: TABOO

Taboo is a word-guessing game, similar to

dumb charades except here you have to
verbally give clues leading to the word instead
of acting the word out.
The person giving the clues (let us refer to
them as the speaker), is given the word along
with a few ‘ taboo ’ words. These ‘ taboo ’
words are words that the speaker cannot use
in any part of their clues, and doing so is ‘
taboo ’ and must be pointed out by the non-
guessing team and will result in a negative
penalty for the guessing team.
Apart from the mentioned ‘ taboo ’ words,
using a part of the word that you ’ re
supposed to guess also obviously counts as ‘
taboo ’. (For example, you cannot say berries
to lead your team to strawberries, that would
be ‘ taboo ’)
Two terms of 3-4 people each are formed -
the members can name their teams (For the
sake of simplicity, let it be A and B here).
 Suppose it’ s A’ s turn to guess, one member
from A comes over the B’ s side - with the
Mod (the Mod here is mostly just to score)
also present.
The speaker that came from A’ s side will be
given a word to guess and 5 ‘ taboo ’ words -
and will start giving verbal clues within the
rules to the rest of their team standing
opposite, while the rest of A’ s team can start
saying guesses to them.
B’ s job is to ensure A’ s speaker doesn ’t use
Taboo words when giving clues. A’ s job is to
get as many correct guesses as possible
within a timeframe of 60 seconds.
Further rules will be explained in detail by
your mod, feel free to ask them in case of any
queries too.

SCORING:

+2: For giving the right clues for a word that

led to a correct guess
 +1 : For guessing correctly from the clues
given by your team member
-2 : For using a “Taboo ” word when giving
clues for a word.
Players will be scored individually and the
scores will be added to their total score after
scaling.

ROUND 4:

CATEGORIES
Team composition: 3-4 members (however
participants can register individually and we can
allot them into teams on a random basis)
Teams per college: unlimited
Registration: online/on-fest

Participants are grouped into teams of 3-4

members.
Four teams compete against each other in the
prelims. The moderator gives a broad topic of
interest. Teams then select which member
represents them in that round.
The moderator then gives the specific topic
within a broad topic (for example: if the
broad topic is music bands, the specific topic
can be music bands that originated in the
US).
The team members then have to bet how
many items they can name within the given
specific topic.
The winning team from each set of four,
moves on to the next round.
The number of rounds will be decided based
on the total number of participants.
 WORD GAMES
(BRONZE)
Welcome to the witty world of amusing
anagrams and peculiar puns

Team composition: 1-2 members

Teams per college: unlimited
Registration: Online/on-fest

EVENT RULES:
This event comprises a single round.
All teams will be given a sheet of standard word
games including (but not limited to):
Puns
Anagrams
Rebuses
Crosswords
Pangrams

The team with the highest points wins the

competition
 QUERENCIA
(BRONZE)
“Finding a home in our world(s)”

Team Composition: 1 member

Teams per College: unlimited
Registration: online/during regionals

Let the writer in you run far and wild in our

fantasy worlds and spin a captivating narrative to
compete in a daunting display of creative juices.

EVENT RULES:
Participants have to submit a short
story(word limit yet to be decided) based on
prompts we give in the form of different
worlds(medieval, dystopian, futuristic, etc.)
The exact nature of it will be revealed on the
day of the competition that we give and build
a plot based on them.
There will only be one round and 3 winners
will be announced the next day.
The competition will be open from 9 a.m. - 6
p.m. in the allotted classroom where
participants are expected to walk in, write
their stories and submit a hard copy to the
club member present. No time limit
whatsoever.
 FILM
AND
PHOTOGRAPHY
 SHO(R)T
(GOLD)
Team Composition: 7 members (max, excluding
cast) Teams per College: Unlimited Registration:
Online Time Limit: 3 to 7 minutes

EVENT RULES:

The short film should not exceed 7 minutes in

duration including titles and credits. Films
should not have been previously published in any
media. Participating in this competition permits
Waves to present the submitted film online. The
video must be in MP4 or avi format. Include a
short synopsis for the entry. Entries in other
languages must have English subtitles. This is an
online event.

The registered teams will have to submit their

work at [email protected] before the given
deadline. The deadline of the submission will be
updated on the website later, and will also be
updated via mail.
The theme for the movie will be released through
our social media platforms. The organizing
committee ’ s decision will be final.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Direction
Acting
Editing
Cinematography
Story
Script
Audio
 OH SNAP !
(SILVER)
Team Composition: 3 members (max)
Teams per College: Unlimited
Registration: Online/ On-fest
Time Limit: Entry must be submitted before the
deadline

EVENT RULES:
Photos must meet the following requirement:
JPG or JPEG file format, 72dpi. Ideally, the
photo dimensions should be 1024x768 pixels.
Minimal photo editing is permissible, but
altering the photograph is not allowed.
We assume that every photo submission is
legitimate. However, if a photo is suspected of
alteration, it will be rejected. The final
decision rests with the Organising
Committee. Photographs should not have
been previously published in any media.
The registered teams will have to submit their
work at [email protected] before the given
deadline. The deadline of the submission will be
updated on the website later, and will also be
updated via mail.

The theme for the photograph will be released

through our social media platforms.

All images will be the sole property of the

Organizing Committee after the event.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Creativity
Aesthetic Appeal
Technical Skills displayed
Theme representation
THE
qUIZ
FEST
 WAVES OPEN
(GOLD)
The Waves Quiz fest magnum opus.
The grand finale.
Team composition:1-3 members
Teams per college: Unlimited (Open to all)
Registration: Online/On the Spot
Time limit: 4 hours

EVENT RULES:
It is an open event. Hence, cross-college
teams and non-college participation is also
allowed. Hosted by esteemed quizmasters,
Waves Open is the flagship quiz of the fest.
The 25 Question elimination/preliminary
round will be held in a standard written
format.
The top 8 teams shall proceed to an
interactive Final. The Final will consist of
numerous rounds that will be conducted by
the quizmaster.
 POP QUIZ
(SILVER)
Team Composition: 1-3 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On the Spot
Time: 3 hours

EVENT RULES:
The quiz will cover all aspects of popular
culture, including current trends, social
media phenomena, celebrities, viral content,
and entertainment across various mediums.
A written elimination round will be held first.
The 8 top-scoring teams will advance to the
final round.
A number of different types of Quiz rounds
will be held in the Final, including audio-
visual challenges and rapid-fire questions.
 VICES
(GOLD)
“I see no God up here Other than ME”
Team Composition:1-3 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On - Spot
Time: 3 hours

EVENT RULES:
The quiz is based on Vices, a BITS Goa
special.
Everything under the banner of being
simply wrong and outright immoral can
be asked.
A written elimination round will be held
first, followed by the 6 highest scoring
teams moving on to the Final.
A number of different types of Quiz
rounds will be held in the Final.
 THe Lit Quiz
(SILVER)
“Carpe Diem! Seize the day!!”
Team composition: 1-3 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On-Fest
Duration: 3 hours

EVENT RULES:
As the name suggests, the theme of the quiz
will be everything literature related. A
written elimination round will be held first,
followed by the 6 highest scoring teams
moving on to the Final. A number of different
types of Quiz rounds will be held in the Final.
Use of unfair means would lead to
disqualification. Quizmaster ’ s decision is
final and binding.
 MELAS
(SILVER)
A crowd pleaser, this is a Fair(s) Quiz.
Team composition:1-3 members
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/On-Fest
Time: 3 hours

EVENT RULES:
The quiz will be based on Music,
Entertainment, Literature, Arts, and Sports.
A written elimination round will be held first.
The 6 top-scoring teams will move to the final
round.
A number of different types of Quiz rounds
will be held in the Final.
 FASHION PARADE
(PLATINUM)
Enchant the crowd with a spectacular
performance of elegance and allure, highlighted
by your breathtaking fashion and style, this
Fashion Parade at Waves ‘24.

Team composition: 12 – 22 (including backstage

crew)
Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online/ On-fest
Time Limit: 4-12 minutes (Performance time)

GENERAL RULES:
Background tracks are a must for each
performance.
Any deviation from a fashion-related
choreography will lead to a deduction in
score.
The backstage crew must not exceed 5 people
and the crew members should be declared
before the eliminations start.
 Use of water, fire or any kind of fireworks
(party poppers included) will lead to a points
deduction/disqualification.
Points will be deducted for any form of
vulgarity in the act. The decisions of the
judges will be final and binding.
An additional 3 mins are allowed as set-up
time. Negative marking will be pursued if
exceeded.
Any clothing, props and footwear (including
barefoot) is permitted as long these articles do
not violate other rules.

ELIMINATION ROUND:
Teams must perform their prepared final
sequence only. Teams should submit a write-
up (on paper) containing information
regarding their interpretation of the theme,
duration of their performance, number of
participants and props to be used before the
elimination round commences.
Teams must also submit their background
track (Pen drives) before the elimination
round begins in a pen drive.
The stage dimensions would be smaller than
the final round.
FINAL ROUND:
Each team must perform the same act as the
eliminations. The final round stage
dimensions are 31 X 45 feet.
Only one person from the backstage crew will
be allowed to be present with the lights and
sound control team.
Teams must leave the stage and backstage
area clean after their performance. Failure to
comply will lead to a negative marking.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Choreography
Synchronization
Clothes/Costumes/Appearances of models
Theme integration
Walk
Overall performance and aesthetic

NOTE:
Rules may be altered with the discretion of the
organizing team at any point in time. All decisions
of the organizing committee and judges will be
final and indisputable
 Mr. and miss waves
Team Size- 1 member
Teams per college- No limit
Registration- Online and Offline

ROUND ZERO:
All interested participants must complete an
application form to confirm their participation.

ROUND 1:
Group Activities

ROUND 2.1:
Surprise Round

ROUND 2.2:
Personal interview

THE GRAND FINALE:

Participants will participate in various activities
that display their personalities.

NOTE: Details provided are subject to change as

decided by the Organizing Committee. Updates
will be communicated through official channels.
GENERAL RULES:
The Organizing Committee's decisions are
final.
The competition is founded on good
sportsmanship and respectful conduct.
Participants must adhere to the event
schedule and rules.
Breaches of rules could result in
disqualification.
All participants are required to create a
respectful and inclusive atmosphere.

JUDGING CRITERIA:
Poise and Presence
Communication Skills
Display of Talent
Quick Thinking and Wit Adaptability to
Situations
Brief and Impactful Responses Impressions
and Humor
Connection with the Audience
SHOW ME THE FUNNY
Show Me The Funny is an open mic stand-up
comedy event. The event is open to all comedians,
regardless of their experience or background.
The only requirement is that you must be funnier
than the funniest.

Team Size- 1 member

Teams per college- No limit
Registration- Online and Offline

ROUND 1:
Each participant will have 2-3 minutes to
perform a solo comedy routine (could be a
section of the final routine).
The routine can be on any topic but must be
original and funny.
The judges will score each routine based on
the given parameters.
The top half of the participants will advance
to the next round.
The audience can give situational prompts for
the next round.
ROUND 2:
The remaining participants will be given a
situational prompt.
They will have a fixed amount of time to
develop a comedy sketch based on the prompt.
The sketches will be performed in front of the
judges.
The judges will score each sketch based on the
given parameters.
The top 4* scoring participants will advance to
the finals.

FINALS:
ROUND 1:
The entire panel of participants will be divided
into groups of 2 given a personality/role of a
famous duo, which will be known by each
other.
The participants must perform a roast of each
other in about 6 lines
Every participant will progress to the next
round.

ROUND 2:
The 4* finalists and the winners of the national
eliminations will perform a comedy routine of
3-5 mins.
The routine can be on any topic but must be
 original and funny.
The judges will score each routine based on
the given parameters.
The participant with the highest overall score
will be declared the winner.

ADDITIONAL RULES:
Participants must be at least 18 years old to
compete.
Performances must be speaking English or
Hindi only.
The content of the comedy routine must be
performed while keeping the judge's and
audience's reactions in mind.

JUDGING PAREMTERS:
Originality
Delivery
Stage Presence
Audience Reaction
Strangely Familiar is a competition in which two
participants, unknown to each other, are paired
up and get to know each other by participating in
quizzes and games as multiple teams. Judges for
this event are generally renowned social media
personalities.

Team composition: 2 members

Teams per college: Unlimited
Registration: Online / On Day 0

GENERAL RULES:
Each participant will be allotted a BITSian
partner (if nonBITSian) and a non-BITSian
partner (if BITSian) during the first round.
Partners will be allotted on a first-come, first
serve basis.

EVENT RULES:
ROUND 1:
SCREEN TEST (SCAVENGER HUNT): Two
previously allotted partners will be given
clues for a scavenger hunt, taking pictures at
various locations around campus.
 This round is to check how well you interact
and work with each other. Based on the
responses, the top 15 couples will proceed to
the next round.

ROUND 2:
TASK ROUND: The teams will be put through
a series of tasks which will test their
teamwork, creativity and ability to think on
their feet.
The teams will be judged based on the
speed/nature of completion of tasks.
The top 5 teams will go through to the final
round. (Teams will not be changed in this
round.)

FINAL ROUND:
STAGE ROUND: The top 5 teams contesting for
the title will be tested based on multiple criteria
with focus given to how well the team is able to
perform in front of a crowd.

NOTE: Rules may be altered at the discretion of

the organizing team at any point in time. Any and
all decisions of the organizing team and judges
will be final and indisputable.
 BITS ‘N BITES
(GOLD)
Team composition: 3 members
Teams per college: 3 Teams
Registration: Online / Onspot
ROUNDS:
The event will consist of 2 rounds held over 2
days, following a league scoring system with a
40-60 split between Round 1 and Round 2.
At the end of Round 1, the bottom teams will
be eliminated (number of teams will be
disclosed before the event).
The remaining teams will participate on Day
2.

ROUND 1:
The dish to be prepared will be based around
a statement, and the goal of the dish is to
encapsulate the feeling to the best of the
team's ability.
 The statement and the ingredient list for the
round will be made available to the
participants 2 weeks before the event.
The round will be held on Day 1 in slots to
accommodate all teams.
ROUND 2:
All the ingredients will be kept on display, and
the final participants will take turns choosing
the ingredients they want.
The team which secured the maximum points
in Round 1 will get the first pick and so on.
The list of ingredients for this round will be
made available to the participants at the end of
Day 1

JUDGING CRITERIA:
TASTE:
Based on a product’s flavor, appearance,
texture and aroma, and how these qualities
come together as a whole.
FLAVOR:
How pleasant are the taste and aftertaste of the
product?
APPEARANCE:
Is the product aesthetically appealing?
Texture
 INNOVATION:
Unexpected culinary experience in taste profile,
flavor combination, use of ingredients, OR a
new twist or spin on a classic
Creativity in the product recipe/formulation or
manufacturing process that makes the product
healthier and/or sustainable
On trend with changing consumer preference
and evolving industry trends.

EQUIPMENT PROVIDED:

Each team will be given 2 induction cooktops.

Each team will get 2 pans.
Utensils will be given according to requirement.
Each team will get 2 basic knives
Each team will get 2 cutting boards.

NOTE:
Teams are allowed to bring extra pans and
knives/equipment as per their need, but are not
allowed to bring additional cooktops.
 ADDITIONAL RULES:

The details of each round will be made available

either through a WhatsApp group or by email.
The event organizers hold the right to change the
rules at their disclosure.
The event organizers have the final say in terms
of judging disputes.
THANK YOU
CONTACTS:
FOR EVENT QUERIES:
MOHAK JAIN:
-7728823872

SAMRIDH KASHYAP:
-7600089534

FOR REGISTRATION:
VIKRAM VIRAT:
-9676675512