GCEM Hacks 4.0
Gopalan College of Engineering & Management
📌 About the Event
GCEM Hacks 4.0 is an intensive 24hour offline hackathon hosted by the Gopalan College of Engineering & Management (GCEM), Bangalore. Designed to push the boundaries of innovation, this event brings together student teams to build high-impact tech solutions under the guidance of industry experts.
Unlike virtual sprints, GCEM Hacks 4.0 is a strictly offline battle where the theme is kept secret until the clock starts. This ensures a level playing field and encourages spontaneous, creative problem-solving. It is a prime opportunity for Bangalore-based developers to network with industry judges and prove their building speed.
ℹ️ Event Overview
- Category: Full-Stack Development & Innovation.
- Organizer: Gopalan College of Engineering & Management (GCEM).
- Venue: GCEM Campus, Whitefield, Bangalore.
- Format: 24-Hour Offline Hackathon.
- Team Size: 2 – 4 Members per team.
- Effort Level: High (Overnight build).
📅 Crucial 2026 Timeline
- Reporting Time: May 5, 2026, at 08:30 AM.
- Hackathon Start: May 5, 2026, at 09:00 AM.
- Hackathon End: May 6, 2026, at 09:00 AM.
🏆 Registration & Fees
- IEEE Members: ₹800 per team.
- Non-IEEE Members: ₹1,000 per team.
- Total Cash Prize Pool: Estimated at ₹15,000 – ₹20,000.
- 1st Place: Major cash prize + Excellence Trophy + Merit Certificates.
- 2nd Place: Cash award + Runner-up Trophy + Merit Certificates..
🎯 Key Rules & Requirements
- The “Black Box” Theme: The project theme will be revealed only at the start of the 24-hour window.
- Hardware: Teams must bring their own laptops, chargers, and any specialized hardware (sensors, VR headsets, etc.).
- Campus Policy: No participant is allowed to leave the campus once the hackathon begins.
- Evaluation: Judging is performed by a panel of industry experts; all decisions are final.
🛠️ Participation Checklist
- Form Your Team: Find 1–3 partners (must have a minimum of 2 members).
- Register: Contact student coordinators or visit the official department portal.
- Prep: Ensure your dev environment is set up locally since you won’t know the theme in advance.
- Confirm: All official communications are sent to the Team Leader’s email.
📞 Contact Student Coordinators
- Mohan: +91-9606629280
- Jyesht: +91-8951323830
- Tarun: +91-9663053076