About the Challenge

Technowledge 2K26 HackDay challenges participants to design and develop innovative technology solutions that address real-world problems and improve everyday experiences.

Participants are encouraged to think creatively and build impactful projects across multiple domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things (IoT), Embedded Systems, Web & Mobile Applications, Sustainability, Smart Automation, and Open Innovation.

The goal of this challenge is to promote:

  • Innovation and creative problem solving
  • Practical application of technical knowledge
  • Collaboration and teamwork
  • Rapid prototyping and experimentation
  • Technology-driven solutions for societal impact

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced developer, this challenge is an opportunity to learn, build, and showcase your ideas in a competitive yet supportive environment.

✅ Get Started

Follow these steps to begin your hackathon journey:

🚀 Step 1 — Register

Sign up for the hackathon and join the official communication channels.

👥 Step 2 — Form a Team

Create a team of 1–4 members or participate individually.

💡 Step 3 — Choose a Problem

Identify a real-world problem or innovative idea you want to solve.

🛠 Step 4 — Start Building

Develop your project during the hackathon using your preferred tools and technologies.

🎥 Step 5 — Prepare Submission

Create:

  • Project description
  • Source code repository (GitHub)
  • Demo video
  • Screenshots or presentation
✅ Step 6 — Submit on Devpost

 

Upload your complete project before the submission deadline.

Requirements

What to Build

Participants are encouraged to build innovative projects that solve real-world problems or introduce creative technological solutions. Projects may focus on any domain, including but not limited to:

  • 🤖 Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning solutions
  • 🌐 Web or Mobile Applications
  • 🔌 Internet of Things (IoT) systems
  • ⚙️ Embedded Systems & Hardware Projects
  • ☁️ Cloud-based Applications
  • ♻️ Smart Automation & Sustainability Solutions
  • 💡 Open Innovation (any unique or creative idea)

Projects should demonstrate:

  • Innovation and originality
  • Technical implementation
  • Practical usability or impact
  • Clear problem-solving approach

All projects must be primarily developed during the hackathon period.

✅ What to Submit

Each team must submit a complete project through Devpost including the following:

✅ Project Title & Description
Clearly explain the problem, solution, and features.

✅ Source Code Repository
Provide a public GitHub link to your project code.

✅ Demo Video
A short video (2–3 minutes recommended) demonstrating how your project works.

✅ Screenshots or Prototype Images
Visual proof of your working solution.

✅ Technologies Used
List all tools, frameworks, APIs, and hardware used.

✅ Team Information
Include all team members in the submission.

Important Notes
  • Submissions must be original work.
  • Previously completed projects are not allowed.
  • Late submissions will not be evaluated.
  • Judges will evaluate based on innovation, functionality, and impact.

Hackathon Sponsors

Prizes

1 non-cash prize
Best Use of Gemini API (Sponsor Prize)
1 winner

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Devpost Achievements

Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:

Judges

Sumit

Sumit

Devashish

Devashish

Prashik

Prashik

Komal

Komal

Chanchal

Chanchal

Judging Criteria

  • Criteria Title: Innovation & Creativity
    Evaluates how unique and original the idea is. Judges will assess creativity, novelty of the solution, and how differently the team approaches the problem compared to existing solutions.
  • Criteria Title: Technical Implementation
    Measures the technical complexity and quality of the project, including coding practices, system architecture, functionality, and effective use of tools, APIs, and technologies.
  • Criteria Title: Problem Solving & Impact
    Assesses how well the project solves a real-world problem and the potential impact of the solution on users, communities, or industries.
  • Criteria Title: Design & User Experience
    Evaluates the usability, interface design, and overall user experience. Projects should be intuitive, accessible, and visually well-structured.
  • Criteria Title: Presentation & Demo
    Judges will evaluate how clearly the team explains their idea, demonstrates the working prototype, and communicates the value of their project.
  • Criteria Title: Best Use of Google Gemini API
    Rewards projects that effectively integrate the Google Gemini API to enhance functionality through AI capabilities such as natural language understanding, content generation, reasoning, or intelligent automation.

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