NIT Raipur’s COSINE to lead NASA Space Apps Challenge 2025

Raipur (Team Newsbuddy):The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur’s Centre of Space and Interplanetary Exploration (COSINE) has been officially selected as the Local Lead for the prestigious NASA International Space Apps Challenge 2025, marking a significant milestone for the Institute. The NASA Space Apps Challenge is the world’s largest annual global hackathon, will take place on 4th and 5th October 2025, inviting technologists, scientists, students, engineers, and innovators from across the region to collaborate on solving real-world challenges using open-source NASA data.

As the official Local Lead, COSINE NIT Raipur will organize and host the Raipur edition of the hackathon. The event will bring together creative minds from diverse backgrounds to develop solutions to Earth and space-related challenges crafted by NASA experts. Participants will engage in collaborative problem-solving, showcase their technological skills, and contribute to NASA’s mission of advancing Earth and space science. The hackathon will offer students and innovators an unparalleled opportunity to collaborate, learn, and gain exposure to cutting-edge technology and scientific research.

The selection of NIT Raipur’s COSINE as the Local Lead highlights its commitment to fostering innovation and technological growth. The team aims to create a dynamic platform, inspiring the next generation of scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs.