Continuing the team’s legacy of excellence, Balaji Sriram from Team 1nf1n1ty delivered an exceptional performance across all rounds, securing 4th place nationwide in the TCS HackQuest Season 10 finale.

Team 1nf1n1ty competed in Eschaton 2026, an Attack Defense CTF competition conducted at MITS Kochi. The team secured 1st place in the National category and an impressive 4th place in the International standings, demonstrating exceptional prowess in both offensive and defensive cybersecurity strategies.

Team 1nf1n1ty competed in Breach Point CTF 2026, a Capture The Flag competition conducted by Malla Reddy College. The team demonstrated strong technical skills in the finals, securing both 5th and 6th place finishes, showcasing their competitive excellence in this prestigious cybersecurity event.

Team 1nf1n1ty participated in the Cyber Conclave KI CTF 2026, a one-day cybersecurity event held at Kumaraguru College of Technology as part of Yugam 2026. The team's exceptional performance earned them 2nd place and a cash prize of 10,000 rupees, showcasing their competitive excellence in this intensive cybersecurity competition.

Continuing their dominance in cybersecurity competitions, team 1nf1n1ty delivered outstanding results in the 2026 season of HackQuest, the National-Level Capture The Flag (CTF) web hacking competition organized by Jamal Mohamed College, Trichy, in collaboration with CyberHeals. Lohinth and Hemanth Reddy secured 1st place, winning 75,000 rupees, while Vasanth Krishna and Mahizhnan captured 2nd place with a prize of 30,000 rupees. Their consecutive victories across seasons underscore 1nf1n1ty's consistent excellence and technical prowess in competitive web hacking.

Team 1nf1n1ty competed in the IITM ISEA ISAP CTF 2026, a specialized Capture The Flag competition featuring hardware hacking challenges. Demonstrating their expertise in this demanding domain, the team secured 8th place and earned a cash prize of 9000 rupees.

Team 1nf1n1ty secured 8th place in the IITB TrustLab CTF National Edition 2025, a prestigious national-level Capture The Flag competition hosted by IIT Bombay. The competition tested participants across multiple cybersecurity domains including reverse engineering, cryptography, and web security, with 1nf1n1ty demonstrating strong technical prowess against nationwide competition.

TCS HackQuest is a nationwide CTF organized annually by Tata Consultancy Services to identify ethical hacking talent among college students. Abdul Haq and Arun Balaji from Team 1nf1n1ty showcased outstanding performances across all rounds, securing 2nd and 4th place nationwide, respectively, in the TCS HackQuest Season 9 finale.

Team 1nf1n1ty demonstrated exceptional performance in the NCIIPC-AICTE Pentathon 2025, a prestigious cybersecurity competition organized by the National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) and AICTE. The team's journey began with a dominant 1st place finish in the online qualifiers, showcasing their mastery across multiple security domains. Building on this momentum, 1nf1n1ty continued their excellence at the Grand Finale, securing 3rd place and earning a substantial cash prize of 100,000 rupees. This consecutive achievement from qualifiers to finals underscores the team's consistent technical expertise and competitive prowess in advanced cybersecurity challenges.

HackQuest 2025 is a prestigious National-Level Capture The Flag (CTF) web hacking competition organized by Jamal Mohamed College, Trichy, in collaboration with CyberHeals. In the 2025 season, team 1nf1n1ty showcased exceptional expertise in web hacking challenges. Sivasurya and Pritham secured 1st place, earning a cash prize of 100,000 rupees, while Arun Balaji and Jayaraman claimed 2nd place with a prize of 30,000 rupees. This impressive performance demonstrates the team's mastery in web security and CTF competition strategies.

At TechSpectRuM '24 CTF, the annual technical festival of the SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), Tiruchirappalli Campus, team 1nf1n1ty demonstrated exceptional prowess in the competitive cyber arena. The event was designed to test participants' hacking, problem-solving, and digital defense skills across various cybersecurity domains. Showcasing their expertise, team 1nf1n1ty members secured both 1st and 2nd place finishes in this prestigious competition. The team's outstanding performance earned them a combined cash prize of 5,000 rupees, further adding to their impressive string of victories in the competitive CTF circuit.

CSAW CTF is one of the oldest and biggest CTFs. Our team qualified for the CSAW Finals and achieved a notable 8th place in India.

Team 1nf1n1ty secured 7th place in Stage 1 of the online Jeopardy-style CTF, earning a spot in the finals. Stage 2, held at Amity University Noida, included a 48-hour event with two rounds: a CTF covering OT, web & API, reverse engineering, Android, and forensics, followed by a Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT) exercise. We proudly secured a top 5 finish and are currently awaiting an internship call from NCIIPC.

At ssnCTF 2024, the elite cybersecurity team 1nf1n1ty showcased their expertise by securing 1st place in the intense Jeopardy-style CTF event, a challenge that tested participants across various domains of security. Their performance continued with an impressive 3rd place finish in the Bootroot event, demonstrating their skills in system-level challenges. The team’s efforts were rewarded with a substantial cash prize of approximately 11K, adding another victory to their growing list of achievements in the competitive CTF circuit.

At the prestigious IITB TrustLab CTF hosted at IIT Hyderabad, team 1nf1n1ty demonstrated their cybersecurity prowess, securing 2nd and 4th place in a highly competitive environment. The event, known for its challenging problem sets, tested the participants’ skills in areas like reverse engineering, cryptography, and web security. 1nf1n1ty’s impressive performance earned them a total cash prize of 40K, with 30K for 2nd place and 10K for 4th. This victory further cements their reputation as a dominant force in the CTF community.

At the Anveshanam CTF 2024, organized by IIT Jammu and DRDO, members of team 1nf1n1ty participated individually, demonstrating exceptional skill in this highly competitive event. Securing 4th, 5th, and 6th place, they showcased their proficiency across various cybersecurity challenges. The event awarded a total cash prize of 80K, reflecting the individual talent and determination of the team members, further solidifying 1nf1n1ty's standing in the CTF community.

Lakshmesh has been honored with the Fortinet Academic Student of the Year Award, a prestigious recognition that celebrates outstanding achievements in cybersecurity education. This award highlights Lakshmesh's exceptional dedication, academic excellence, and significant contributions to the field of cybersecurity. It underscores his commitment to advancing knowledge and skills in the industry, setting a high standard for peers and future professionals.

Ebadractf event, which saw participation from over 400 skilled individuals, team 1nf1n1ty members achieved remarkable success. Abdul Haq emerged as the winner in the All India (Boys) category, while Arun Balaji and Lakshmesh K secured top positions in the Non-Metro (Boys) category. Additionally, Abdul Haq was recognized with a special mention for his exceptional write-up

Our teammates participated in the 2023 Digital Defenders CTF, organized by Team bi0s and CySecK, was a valuable experience, enhancing skills in cryptography, digital forensics, and network security. The event, featuring over 200 participants, was both fair and enjoyable. One of our members excelled by securing 2nd prize, winning two Raspberry Pi devices and a cash prize of 35K rupees.

At the Bugbase CTF, Abdul Haq and Arun Balaji demonstrated their skills by securing 6th and 7th places, respectively. Their impressive performance earned them a total cash prize of 4K.

1nf1n1ty secured first place in NovaCTF 2023, a 3-hour offline Capture the Flag competition organized by iQube - Innovation Center and Kumaraguru College of Technology. The event tested participants' problem-solving skills across various cybersecurity domains, making it a notable achievement for the team.

Abdul Haq from our team won the Special Prize at the Cyberchaze CTF, held at NULLCON Goa 2023 and conducted by Schneider Electric. This competition, which focused on hacking Industrial Control Systems (ICS), provided a unique challenge involving real-world ICS simulations for his exceptional performance earned him a Flipper Zero as a prize.