National Level 24-Hrs Hardware Hackathon

FABRIQUATHON

2K26

Department of ECE, EEE, E&I and MDE

SRM Valliammai Engineering College (An Autonomous Institution)

10th & 11th April 2026 24-Hour Build Sprint

Prize Pool: ₹30,000

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About the Hackathon

FABRIQUATHON 2K26 is a national-level 24-hour hands-on hardware hackathon where engineering minds from across India build real, working prototypes to solve real-world problems through two competitive tracks.

What Makes It Different

This is a build-first hackathon designed for serious makers. Teams ideate, pitch, fabricate, test, and present under one roof with continuous mentoring support.

  • National level participation
  • Hardware-centric prototype outcomes
  • 24-hour rapid engineering cycle
  • Cross-domain team collaboration

Supporting Bodies

IIC IETE ISTE IDEALab CSI

24 Hrs

Build Window

₹30K

Prize Pool

2

Tracks

3

Members/Team

Prize Pool

₹0 Total

Event Schedule

Day 1 - April 10, 2026

  • Problem Statement Analysis
  • Initial Solution Approach (PPT Presentation)

Day 2 - April 11, 2026

  • Working Hardware Model / Prototype Demo
  • Mentoring Sessions and Final Evaluation

Rules & Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Open to UG/PG Students (Engineering / Technology / Science)
  • Teams of maximum 3 members
  • Interdisciplinary teams are encouraged

Team Formation

  • Nominate one Team Leader
  • Register before the deadline
  • Choose any one of the 2 available Domains/Tracks

Rules & Conduct

  • Original work only - no plagiarism
  • Bring your own hardware components
  • Follow all campus rules
  • Misconduct or plagiarism leads to disqualification

IP Rights & Support

  • All IP rights remain with the team
  • Organizers may showcase projects with due credit
  • Internet and power supply will be provided
  • Food and snacks will be provided
BYOD: Laptop, Chargers, Extension Board | Dress Code: Formals + College ID | Food & Snacks Provided | Registration: ₹600/team

Leadership & Organizers

Principal

Dr. M. Murugan

Vice Principal

Dr. S. Visalakshi

Conveners

Convener

Dr. Komala James

Convener

Dr. K. Elango

Convener

Dr. K. Ayyar

Convener

Dr. N. Usha Bhanu

Organizers

Organizer

Dr. R. Issan Raj

Organizer

Mrs. R.V. Preetha

Organizer

Dr. J. Ganesan

Get In Touch

How to Reach

  • By Train: Potheri Railway Station (10-minute walk)
  • By Bus: GST Road buses - 500, 500A, 500D, 500E, 500W, 118, 118ET

Ready to Build Something Real?

Register your team before the deadline. ₹600 per team.

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Max 3 members per team | Bring your own hardware components