SUSTAINATHON 26
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
📌 About the Event
SUSTAINATHON 26 is a national-level hackathon organized by Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, bringing together students, innovators, developers, engineers, designers and technology enthusiasts to develop practical solutions for real-world challenges. The hackathon focuses on sustainable technology, mobility, energy, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, with participants working on prototypes, receiving expert guidance and showcasing their solutions.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Type: National-Level Hackathon
- Mode of Conduct: Offline
- Venue: Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT), Vellore, Tamil Nadu
- Organizer: Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
- Team Size: 1–4 Members
- Registration Fee: ₹500 + GST per team
- Food & Refreshments: Included in the registration fee
- Challenge Domains: Smart EV Technology, Sustainable AI & Cybersecurity, Smart Micro-Grid, and NEXUS – Open Innovation Arena
📅 Important Dates
- Hackathon Dates: 26–27 October 2026
- Registration Deadline: 20 October 2026
🎯 Eligibility & Rules
- The event is presented as a national-level hackathon for students, innovators, developers and technology enthusiasts.
- Participants can register in teams of 1–4 members.
- The event welcomes participants from a broad range of disciplines, including CSE, AI & Data Science, IT, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Biotechnology, Agriculture, Energy, MBA, MCA, Design, Polytechnic and several other fields.
- Participants are expected to develop practical solutions and working prototypes around the specified challenge domains.
- Both experienced hackathon participants and first-time participants can participate.
🏆 Benefits for the Participants
- 1st Prize: ₹10,000
- 2nd Prize: ₹7,000
- 3rd Prize: ₹5,000
- Gain experience solving real-world engineering and sustainability challenges.
- Opportunity for industry interaction and networking.
- Strengthen technical portfolios and resumes through national-level hackathon experience.
- Certificates for participation.
- Opportunities for internships based on performance, including potential paid internship opportunities for selected participants.