MECHWAVE 2026
Francis Xavier Engineering College
📌 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