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MECHWAVE 2026

Francis Xavier Engineering College

📅 8 Apr 2026 📍 Tirunelveli 🏷️ Paid

📌 About the Event

MECHWAVE 2026 is a prestigious National Level SDG Hackathon organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Francis Xavier Engineering College (FXEC). Under the theme “Engineering Solutions for a Sustainable Future,” the event is a call to action for young innovators to address global challenges using the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a blueprint. It focuses on the intersection of core mechanical principles with digital transformation encouraging students to build prototypes in energy, smart systems, and sustainable infrastructure.


ℹ️ Event Details

  • Category: National Level SDG Hackathon
  • Organizer: Department of Mechanical Engineering, FXEC
  • Eligibility: Engineering students across all disciplines (CSE, ECE, EEE, Mech, Civil, etc.)
  • Team Size: Varies (Typically 2 – 4 members; check with coordinators for specific track limits)
  • Registration Fee: ₹200 per team
  • Effort Level: Very High (Requires rapid prototyping and design thinking)

📅 Important Dates

  • Registration Deadline: 8th April 2026 (Today)
  • Event Date: 9th April 2026 (Tomorrow)
  • Mode: Offline
  • Venue: Francis Xavier Engineering College, Vannarpet, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu

🏆 Prize Details and Value

  • Recognition: Awards and cash prizes for top solutions in each specific challenge track.
  • Certificates: National level participation certificates for all registered teams.
  • Support: High impact projects may receive guidance for further development or incubation within the FXEC ecosystem.
  • Hospitality: Refreshments are provided on site for all participants.

🚀 Competitive Tracks

  • AI & Innovation Challenge: Applying machine learning to sustainability problems.
  • IoT & Embedded Systems Challenge: Building smart, connected hardware solutions.
  • Full Stack Development Challenge: Creating web/app based platforms for social good.
  • Product Design Challenge: Developing physical prototypes with a focus on sustainable manufacturing.
  • Automation & Smart Systems Challenge: Designing autonomous systems for efficiency and waste reduction.

📞Contact Details:

  • Faculty Coordinators:
    • Dr. J. Jeremy Jeba Samuel: 94880 69003
    • Dr. J. Sangilimuthukumar: 81109 06722
  • Student Coordinators:
    • Mr. M. Gomathi Rajan (3rd Year): 63819 70158
    • Mr. M. Esakkiappan (3rd Year): 86681 30733