f-society
PHOENIX 2026 – Competitive Programming Challenge
"Everybody in this country should learn to program a computer because it teaches you how to think."
—Steve Jobs
As part of Phoenix’26, f-society is a competitive programming challenge that requires participants to analyze given inputs and outputs, uncover hidden patterns, and design programs that replicate the required behavior using optimal solutions. The contest emphasizes algorithmic thinking, efficiency, and accurate implementation within strict time constraints.
Participants may compete individually or in teams of two. Strong performers in the preliminary rounds advance to the offline finals, where they face more complex problem-solving challenges.
EVENT DETAILS
● Event Dates (Prelims): 17th & 18th April 2026
● Event Date (Finals): 19th April 2026
● Mode: Offline (Platform to be announced)
● Team Size: Individual or Team of 2 members
EVENT RULES
● The contest consists of multiple problems with increasing difficulty.
● Each problem will specify a clear input and output format.
● Participants must analyze the logic and produce correct outputs for all valid inputs.
● Solutions may be written in C++, Python, Java, or any language supported by the contest platform.
● Participation is allowed individually or in teams of up to two members only.
● Both rounds will be conducted offline on a platform to be announced.
● Teams indulging in plagiarism will be disqualified.
● This is an open-book contest:
○ Standard programming books are permitted.
○ Handwritten notes, loose sheets, electronic devices, and internet
access are strictly prohibited.
● Decisions taken by the event coordinators are final and binding.
● Rules may be modified if required due to unforeseen circumstances.
CONTEST STRUCTURE
Preliminary Round
(2 Days | Offline Campus Event)
● Contests: fsociety’26-prelims-set-1 fsociety’26-prelims-set-2
● Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes each
● Problem Sets: Two different sets with similar difficulty levels
● Schedule: Fixed slots on consecutive days
● Attempt Policy:
○ Participants may attempt any one or both prelims; best
performance will be considered
● Qualification: Top 20 teams/participants qualify for the Final
Final Round (Offline Campus Event)
● Contest: fsociety’26-finale
● Duration: 2 hours
● Participants: Top 20 qualified teams/participants
● Schedule: Conducted the day after Prelims Set-2
Event Organizers Contact
Shamba Saha +91 97481 02685
Mohit Sarsahay +91 77828 13273
