The International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) is the world's oldest, largest, and most prestigious programming competition, widely recognized as the "Olympics of competitive programming." In this high-stakes intellectual battle, teams of three university students race against the clock to solve a set of complex algorithmic problems within a strict five-hour window—all while sharing a single computer. This unique constraint transforms coding from a solitary activity into an intense exercise in teamwork, strategy, and mental endurance. More than just a contest, the ICPC serves as the ultimate proving ground for top engineering talent, challenging students to innovate under pressure and produce bug-free, efficient solutions that meet the rigorous standards of the global tech industry.

ICPC Division - 3 League

The Div 3 (Novice) League is the dedicated starting line for aspiring problem solvers, designed specifically for freshmen and students with basic programming knowledge who are new to the world of competitive programming. In this foundational track, the focus is not on complex algorithms, but on "Implementation Mastery"—learning to translate logic into bug-free code, handle input/output correctly, and navigate standard libraries with confidence. Through our supportive "2+1" weekly schedule of interactive lectures and low-pressure contests, students transform from coding beginners into capable problem solvers, building the essential skills and resilience needed to qualify for the Intermediate League.