• > establishing secure connection...
  • > scanning signal frequency...
  • > verifying cryptographic integrity...
  • > ERROR: UNAUTHORIZED PRESENCE DETECTED.
  • > OVERRIDING... SIGNAL DETECTED.

This is not a broadcast.

This is a transmission.

If you are reading this,

you have already ventured further than most.

> SIGNAL IDENTIFIED // ZEROSECURE 2026 // NATIONAL LEVEL CTF

CAPTURE THE FLAG.

A global signal transmission / from the edge of the digital frontier.
Only the sharpest operatives survive.

[ REQUEST ACCESS ]

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> MANIFESTO // ZEROSECURE_CTF_2026

We seek the architects
of the unseen.

A signal sent to those who operate beyond the threshold of the ordinary. If you are reading this — you are already inside.

ZERO_SECURE :: SIGNAL_04.CTF
$ sudo nmap -sV --script vuln 192.168.3301.x
Starting Nmap 7.94 ( https://nmap.org )
Scanning target: ZEROSECURE_NODE_01
PORT    STATE   SERVICE      VERSION
22/tcp   open    ssh         OpenSSH 8.4
80/tcp   open    http        [ OBFUSCATED ]
443/tcp  open    https       TLS 1.3
 
$ ./exploit.sh --target CTF_2026
LOADING PAYLOAD...  
[ ✓ ] ACCESS GRANTED — 4 CHALLENGES STAGED
$ _▋
> extracting event parameters... [ LOCATION ]
LIVE SAT_LINK
Open map directly
LOCATION VECTOR
MVSR ENGINEERING COLLEGE, HYDERABAD
GPS: 17.3197° N, 78.5284° E
PLUS: 7GJQ+P44
ENGAGEMENT WINDOW
APRIL 17 - 18, 2026
ONLINE + OFFLINE CHANNELS | IST VERIFIED
ARCHITECTURE
ONE EVENT / TWO CHANNELS
DUAL CHANNEL ACCESS WITH SEPARATE ONLINE AND OFFLINE REWARD TRACKS
ENTRY PROTOCOL
TEAM OF 2 TO 3
ONLINE: INR 200 | OFFLINE: INR 400 | CONFIRMATION FOLLOWS PAYMENT

ORCHESTRATORS

CSI STUDENT CHAPTER
MVSREC
MVSR ENGINEERING
COLLEGE
CICADA3301
CYBERSECURITY CLUB

COALITION PROTOCOL // SPONSORS

Registration remains the primary access channel.

Transmit your entry through the official form. Teams may enter through the online channel or request offline access directly, with offline allocation handled by the published seat policy.

[ REGISTER NOW ]
> decoding channel protocol...
[ ONLINE CHANNEL ]
  • Online registration fee is INR 200 per team.
  • Online teams participate remotely in the event using the official competition workflow.
  • Online-only teams may later be considered for offline participation if seats remain or if they are specifically invited.
[ OFFLINE CHANNEL ]
  • Offline registration fee is INR 400 per team.
  • Offline participation is capped at 60 teams, with a 10-team waitlist.
  • Each offline team must contain 2 to 3 members.
[ OFFLINE SEAT POLICY ]
  • 40 offline slots are allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis.
  • 20 offline slots are reserved for teams from other states.
  • If reserved out-of-state slots remain unfilled, they may be reassigned to local waitlisted teams.
[ GUARANTEED OFFLINE ACCESS ]
  • Teams from other states seeking assured offline consideration should contact the admins directly before registration.
  • Organizer confirmation is required before assuming offline admission is secured.
  • Waitlist movement is handled strictly by organizer review and seat availability.
[ PRIZES ]
  • Prize structures will differ between the online and offline channels.
  • Exact prize amounts and category splits are to be announced officially.
  • Any published prize information may be updated by the organizers before the event.
[ OPERATIONS STATUS ]
  • Registration closes tentatively on 16th April 2026. Register before the deadline.
  • Reporting times and final access instructions will be released between 17th - 18th April 2026.
  • Registered teams must monitor official communication channels for updates.
> loading challenge matrix...
[ CRYPTOGRAPHY ]
[ WEB SECURITY ]
[ REVERSE ENG ]
[ FORENSICS ]
[ NETWORK SEC ]
[ OSINT ]
[ BLOCKCHAIN ]
[ AI & ML ]
[ MISCELLANEOUS ]
[ SURPRISE ]

This will not be easy.

Most will not finish cleanly.

Only a few will adapt.

> compiling verified reward vectors...

Teams that perform well will not be left unnoticed.

  • [01] ₹15 Lac+ worth prize pool across online and offline domains
  • [02] Internship opportunities for top-performing teams
  • [03] National-level technical visibility
  • [04] Exposure across multiple security domains
  • [05] Organizer-issued participation and merit recognition
  • [06] Competitive remote and on-campus problem solving
> retrieving engagement protocols...
[ ELIGIBILITY ]
  • The competition is open to cybersecurity enthusiasts.
  • Participants must register as a team of 2 to 3 members.
  • Each participant may be part of only one team.
[ REGISTRATION & FEES ]
  • The online registration fee is INR 200 per team.
  • The offline registration fee is INR 400 per team.
  • Registration is considered complete only after successful payment confirmation.
  • Registration fees are non-refundable.
  • Offline event access requires a Luma pass / QR code. Complete the full registration process on Unstop (as described in the competition description) to receive your pass.
[ EVENT STRUCTURE ]
  • ZeroSecure CTF is one event with two participation channels: online and offline.
  • The event window is 17,18th April 2026.
  • The competition follows a CTF format centered on domain-based technical challenges with channel-specific logistics and prize structures.
  • Reporting instructions and final access details will be shared with registered teams.
[ OFFLINE ROUND ACCESS ]
  • Offline participation is limited to 60 teams, with an additional 10-team waitlist.
  • 40 offline slots are first-come-first-serve.
  • 20 offline slots are reserved for teams from other states.
  • If reserved out-of-state slots remain unfilled, they may be reassigned to local teams from the waitlist.
  • Other-state teams seeking offline consideration should contact the admins directly before registration.
  • Online-only teams may be called to the offline event later by paying the additional amount, subject to availability and organizer approval.
[ SUBMISSIONS ]
  • Flags, answers, and any requested supporting material must be submitted through the official competition workflow.
  • Organizers may ask shortlisted or winning teams to explain their approach for verification.
  • Failure to follow the official submission process may affect scoring or eligibility.
[ FAIR PLAY & CONDUCT ]
  • Sharing flags, solutions, or privileged event information during the competition is prohibited.
  • Collaboration across teams is not allowed.
  • Attacks against event infrastructure or other participants are forbidden unless explicitly part of a challenge.
  • Organizers reserve the right to review activity logs to maintain fair play.
  • Policy enforcement will be strict and non-negotiable. Any attempt at cheating, flag sharing, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in immediate disqualification without appeal.
[ GENERAL RULES ]
  • The decision of the organizers and judges will be final and binding.
  • Rules may be updated if required; official updates will be communicated through designated channels.
  • Participation implies acceptance of all published event rules and guidelines.
> query resolution...
WHAT IS THE FORMAT OF THE CTF?
It is one event with two participation channels: online and offline. The event window is 17,18th April 2026.
CAN BEGINNERS PARTICIPATE?
Yes. The challenge matrix spans multiple domains, and teams can choose which problems to prioritize based on their strengths.
IS THERE A TEAM SIZE LIMIT?
Yes. Each team must contain 2 to 3 participants.
HOW MANY OFFLINE TEAMS WILL BE TAKEN?
The offline channel allows 60 teams, plus a 10-team waitlist. 40 slots are first-come-first-serve and 20 are reserved for teams from other states.
CAN AN ONLINE-ONLY TEAM MOVE TO OFFLINE LATER?
Yes. Online-only teams may be invited to the offline event later, subject to seat availability and organizer approval, by paying the additional amount required for offline access.
HOW CAN OTHER-STATE TEAMS SECURE OFFLINE CONSIDERATION?
Other-state teams should contact the admins directly before registration for assured offline consideration. Final confirmation still depends on organizer approval and seat handling.
WHEN ARE REPORTING DETAILS SHARED?
Final reporting instructions, venue access details, deadlines, and any pre-event requirements are to be announced and will be shared with registered teams after confirmation.
> secure channel initialization...

Need verified event details?

Use the official registration path for team access. Other-state teams seeking assured offline consideration should register and then contact the admins directly. Email addresses, LinkedIn links, and additional social links can be inserted before launch.

ADMIN CONTACTS
ACCESS PATH
External registration form
SOCIAL / EMAIL
Instagram: @cicada3301_mvsr
LinkedIn: [LINKEDIN PLACEHOLDER]
OPERATIONS STATUS
Registration is LIVE. Tentative closing: 16th April. Event schedule: 17th - 18th April 2026. Monitor channel for reporting times.

You have reached the final stage.


Access is not granted.

It is requested.



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