Hack-The-Chip '26
K. Ramakrishnan College of Technology
📌 About the Event
Hack-The-Chip ’26 is a high intensity, 24 hour National Level Hackathon focused on the cutting edge of hardware acceleration. Hosted by the Department of ECE at K. Ramakrishnan College of Technology (KRCT), this event specifically targets FPGA based solutions. It is a premier platform for VLSI and Embedded System enthusiasts to transition from software simulation to real-world hardware implementation, addressing critical domains like healthcare and real-time processing.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: 24 Hour National Level Hardware Hackathon
- Organizer: Dept. of ECE, K. Ramakrishnan College of Technology
- Eligibility: Engineering students with a background in Digital Electronics, VLSI, or Embedded Systems
- Team Size: 2 – 3 Members
- Registration Fee: ₹600 per head
- Effort Level: Very High (Continuous 24 hour hardware development)
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: April 9, 2026 (Tomorrow)
- Event Date: April 10 & 11, 2026
- Mode: Offline (On-campus)
- Venue: KRCT Campus, Samayapuram, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Rewards: Significant cash prizes for top FPGA implementations.
- Recognition: Participation in a niche National-level event recognized by core electronics industries.
- Certificates: Provided to all teams completing the 24 hour challenge.
- Career Edge: Direct exposure to FPGA development boards and industry-standard tools (like Xilinx Vivado or Intel Quartus).
🚀 Focus Areas
- AI on Chip: Hardware acceleration for neural networks.
- Digital Signal Processing (DSP): Efficient filter designs and signal analysis.
- Medical Systems: Portable diagnostic or monitoring hardware.
- Real-Time Applications: Low-latency control systems and robotics.
📦 Resources and Support Available
- Hardware Lab: Access to FPGA development boards (verify with coordinators if you need to bring your own specific kits).
- Power & Connectivity: Dedicated workspace with 24/7 power backup and internet.
- Mentorship: Expert faculty and industry mentors available to help with debugging HDL code (Verilog/VHDL).
- Accommodation: Meals and refreshments are generally provided for the duration of the 24-hour stay.