EDULINKUP PRESENTSELUSOCEDULINKUP SUMMER OF CODE 2026
PULL REQUESTS = POINTS
MERGED = LEADERBOARD
READY = PLAYER 1
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PROGRAM : EduLinkUp Summer of Code
SEASON : 1 (2026)
MISSION : A 2-month hardcore open-source coding sprint.
RULES :
1. Find issues labeled "elusoc" and "newbie" or "adventurer" or "veteran".
2. Push code & trigger Pull Request.
3. Await PR Review by Admins.
4. Merged = Points earned.
5. Maximise points, claim the leaderboard.
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WHAT_IS_IT : A massive open-source event to help students dive into real-world projects.
THE_GOAL : Bridge the gap between learning and building by encouraging practical contributions.
WHY_JOIN :
- Build your GitHub portfolio with real PRs.
- Learn to collaborate with project maintainers.
- Win exclusive swags, certificates, and recognition.
- Network with a community of top developers.
₹1K+
WORTH OF
< PRIZES & REWARDS />
GRIND CODE. STACK REWARDS.
TOP 3
WINNER
TOP 5
WINNER
TOP 3
TOP 5
...AND THERE'S MORE
TOP 10
ALL
TOP 10
ALL
* Swag distribution happens after final event verification. All prizes are subject to sponsor availability.
< HOW IT WORKS />
4-STEP ALGORITHM
LINK GITHUB
Sign up and link your GitHub account to get started.
PICK ISSUES
Browse repos and find issues colored by difficulty.
SUBMIT PRS
Fork, code, and submit Pull Requests to open projects.
EARN POINTS
NEWBIE gives 10pts, ADVENTURER gives 25pts, VETERAN gives 50pts.
< MISSION TIERS & REWARDS />
More Complex = Higher Rank
- > Doc improvements
- > Typo fixes
- > README updates
- > Minor UI polish
- > Bug fixes & patches
- > New components
- > API improvements
- > Add tests
- > Architecture changes
- > Performance optimize
- > Complex integration
- > Core refactor
## Unlockable Ranks
Unlock tiers as you merge Pull Requests and earn XP.
1 PTS
50 PTS
150 PTS
350 PTS
750 PTS
1500 PTS
3000 PTS
6000 PTS
Unlock tiers as you mentor students and manage projects.
400 PTS
750 PTS
2000 PTS
5000 PTS
< BENEFITS />
WHAT YOU EARN
MERIT CERTIFICATE
Official participation certificate signed by organizers, verifiable for resumes.
GITHUB PORTFOLIO
Verified merged PRs on real open-source projects that strengthen your GitHub profile.
SWAG HAMPER
Exclusive ELUSOC merchandise for top performing contributors.
< GIVEAWAYS />
SWAGS & GOODIES
ELUSOC PIXEL Giveaway
Participant Exclusive · Powered by EduLinkUp
Earn bonus ELUSOC points by supporting the NextTechyPixel community. Follow & subscribe on all platforms and get +30 points after validation. Go the extra mile and submit a video for a massive +100 points!
ELUSOC Giveaway
The official ELUSOC giveaway, proudly sponsored by Bindu. We are taking entries for the lucky draw, but only the FIRST 1000 participants will make it to the qualifying list! Very few lucky winners will be chosen. Hurry before the spots fill up!
🎁 Prizes & Perks:
• Exclusive Premium Swags & Official Gear
• Bonus ELUSOC Points will be awarded to participants!
Requirements to win:
- Provide your GitHub URL
Have your GitHub profile link ready. - Star the GitHub Repo
Star the GitHub repository. - Submit proof in the form
Take a screenshot of your starred repo and upload it into the form.
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TIMELINE.LOG
Project Admin Registrations Begin
DONEProject Admin Registration Opens
Contributor registrations begin
DONEApply as contributor.
Project listings go live
DONEProject listings go live
Community Bonding
DONECommunity Bonding: Contributors & Admins connect and prepare
ELUSOC 2026 Officially Kicks Off
DONEELUSOC 2026 Officially Kicks Off
Leaderboard goes live
DONELeaderboard goes live
Project Admin registrations close
DONEProject Admin registrations close.
Event concludes
DONEEvent concludes
Final results are announced
DONEFinal results are announced