Fabriquathon '2k26
SRM Valliammai Engineering College
📌 About the Event
Fabriquathon ‘2k26 is the flagship Hardware Hackathon organized by SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur. Unlike traditional software sprints, this event is a “hardware-first” challenge focusing on IoT and Smart Systems. Participants are tasked with solving real-world problem statements by developing functional physical prototypes under strict time constraints. The event emphasizes hands-on development, technical feasibility, and the ability to transform abstract ideas into measurable, working hardware. It is a grueling test of engineering endurance, circuit design, and embedded systems integration.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Technology and Engineering (Hardware Hackathon)
- Organizer: SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur
- Eligibility: Undergraduate and Postgraduate engineering students
- Team Size: Exactly 3 members per team
- Effort Level: Very High (24 Hour Continuous Build)
- Theme: Internet of Things (IoT)
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 9th April
- Event Date: 10 – 11 April 2026
- Results Announcement: Day 2 of the Hackathon
- Mode: Offline (On site Hardware Development)
- Venue: SRM Valliammai Campus, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Prize Type: Cash, Trophy, and Hardware Innovation Certificate
- Certificates: Participation certificates for all teams reaching the final evaluation
- Visibility: Winning prototypes may be showcased at the college’s Innovation Hub
- Additional Perks: Real-time feedback and technical mentorship from industrial judges
🚀 Hackathon Format & Highlights
Fabriquathon follows a two day structured build and evaluation format designed to push teams from ideation to execution.
- The 24 Hour Sprint: This is a non-stop hardware build. Teams are expected to bring their own components or utilize the lab facilities provided to assemble their IoT systems.
- Hardware-First Logic: Unlike hybrid hackathons, the primary focus is on the physical output—sensors, microcontrollers, and actuators must work in sync.
- Tiered Evaluation: Progress is measured at multiple levels. Judges will conduct “bench-side” reviews to check for circuit integrity, code optimization, and design feasibility.
- IoT Integration: Projects are judged on how effectively they utilize cloud connectivity, data logging, or remote control features.
🎯 What You Will Do
- Ideate: Select a problem statement related to smart cities, healthcare, or industrial automation.
- Prototype: Solder, wire, and program your hardware solution on-site.
- Pivot: Use real-time feedback from mentors to refine your prototype’s efficiency.
- Demonstrate: Present a fully functional hardware model to the jury, proving its real-world utility.
📦 Resources and Support Available
- Accommodation: As this is a 24 hour hackathon, dedicated resting zones are provided at the venue for participants.
- Internet & Power: High speed Wi-Fi and dedicated power benches for each team.
💰 Registration Details
- Fee: ₹900 per team (Calculated at ₹300 per head for a 3 member squad).