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TONATHON 2025


Vijay Kumari Bengaluru Chapter

Building India's WEB3 Future

Tonathon 2025 is a national-level hybrid hackathon designed to empower India’s next generation of developers to build innovative, consumer-focused applications using the TON Blockchain.

Tonathon offers young builders an opportunity to learn, experiment, and create impactful Web3 solutions - culminating in a pitch day side event on December 1, 2025, at India Blockchain Week (IBW) 2025, Bangalore.

Hackathon Theme

Build a Consumer-Facing Telegram Mini App using TON Blockchain = any product designed for end users, not just developers.

Examples

  • Mini apps (e.g., shopping, booking, loyalty, tipping)
  • Marketplaces (rentals, collectibles, gigs)
  • Games (casual, reward, or on-chain logic)
  • Utility dApps (subscriptions, gifting, learning, etc.)

Event Format

  • Online Hackathon (5 Weeks) + Offline pitch day side event
  • Goal: Build a functional prototype using TON smart contracts (via Tolk)
  • Mode: Weekly online sessions, mentorship, and check-ins.
  • Final Deliverable: Working prototype and pitch deck.
Week Focus Session Theme Format
Week 1 Orientation + Tolk Basics Overview of the TON ecosystem, setting up the environment Live Workshop
Week 2 Ideation Frameworks for consumer apps, identifying real problems Ideation Jam
Week 3 UX & Monetization Designing user journeys, pricing, and retention models Expert Session
Week 4 Prototyping Using the TON SDK, wallet, and payment integration Technical Workshop
Week 5 Customer Acquisition Marketing, community distribution, TG Mini Apps AMA Session
Week 6 Pitch Preparation Pitching to ecosystem partners Feedback Session

Why Participate

Tonathon is more than a competition - it’s a launchpad for your ideas.

Participants will:

  • Gain hands-on exposure to the TON Blockchain ecosystem and Telegram Mini Apps.
  • Receive guidance from industry mentors and TON engineers.
  • Network with VCs, investors, and Web3 thought leaders during IBW.
  • Compete for a $5,000 prize pool, certification, and spotlight opportunities.

Whether you’re a student, developer, or startup founder, Tonathon is your chance to build, learn, and be recognized on a global stage.

Important Dates

Particulars Date Details
Hackathon Launch Oct 24, 2025 Registrations open and hackathon brief released.
Orientation & Tolk Basics Oct 31, 2025 Online kickoff and TON SDK introduction.
First Workshop Nov 02, 2025 Virtual sessions for guidance and resource setup.
Second Workshop Nov 08, 2025 Virtual sessions for addressing problems in implementation.
Third Workshop Nov 15, 2025 Virtual sessions for reviewing project status.
First Judging Round Nov 20, 2025 Online evaluation to shortlist the top 10 teams.
Finalists Announced Nov 22, 2025 Teams invited for the grand finale at IBW.
Final Pitch Day @ IBW 2025, Bangalore Dec 1, 2025 Live presentations, panel discussions, and winner announcements.

Registration & Participation

  • Register online at [Website URL]
  • Join the official Telegram group [TG URL] after registration for updates and announcements.
  • Receive confirmation, resources, and mentorship access post-registration.
  • Start building your project and submit your GitHub repository [GitHub Repo Link] by the Nov 18, 2025.

Prizes & Recognition

  • Total Prize Pool: $5,000
  • Top 3 Teams: Cash awards, recognition, and potential partnership grants from TON Blockchain
  • All Participants: Certificates of participation and community membership from CSharpCorner
  • Post-event mentorship through TON SSEA Team
  • Fast ton app listing on @ton app centre
  • Visibility through TON India social channels and IBW showcases
  • Swag kits for finalists and active participants

Judging Criteria

Parameter Weight Description
Problem & Relevance 25% Strength of the consumer use case
Technical Execution 25% TON integration and implementation quality
User Experience 20% Usability and design
Market Readiness 20% Adoption potential and scalability
Pitch Quality 10% Presentation and clarity

Final Pitch Day – December 01, 2025, at IBW 2025, Bangalore

  • The Final Pitch Day will be held on December 1, 2025, during India Blockchain Week in Bangalore.

The event will feature:

  • 10 Finalist teams pitching their projects live
  • A panel of judges, investors, and ecosystem leaders
  • Interactive sessions and networking panels
  • Announcement of the top 3 winning teams

Join us, push boundaries, and be part of India’s Web3 revolution - powered by CSharpCorner and TON India.

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