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\ud83d\udccc About the Event<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TEKATHON 2K26<\/strong> is a high intensity National Inter Collegiate Hackathon hosted by Techno International Batanagar (TIB)<\/strong>, Kolkata. Supported by the Institutional Innovation Council (IIC)<\/strong> a Ministry of Education initiative this event challenges students to solve complex real-world issues through a rigorous two-phase competition. After an initial online screening, the top teams battle it out in a 9-hour non-stop offline sprint where code and hardware prototypes meet the ultimate pressure test.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u2139\ufe0f Event Details<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Category:<\/strong> National Hackathon, Software & Hardware Innovation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Host Institution:<\/strong> Techno International Batanagar, Kolkata (TIB)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Collaboration:<\/strong> Institutional Innovation Council (IIC) & IDEA CAF\u00c9<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Eligibility:<\/strong> All UG\/PG students (Engineering, BCA\/MCA, Science, Management, Design)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Venue:<\/strong> TIB Campus, Batanagar, Kolkata (Final Round)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Effort Level:<\/strong> Very High (Requires PPT, Prototype, and a 9-hour live build)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udcc5 Event Structure & Timeline<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Phase 1: Registration & Selection (Online):<\/strong> Teams submit PPTs and Prototypes\/PoCs via the official portal for expert evaluation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Phase 2: Shortlist Announcement:<\/strong> Successful teams are notified via the official website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Phase 3: The Grand Finale (Offline):<\/strong> A 9-hour on-campus hacking sprint followed by live demos and judging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mode:<\/strong> Hybrid (Online Round 1 | Offline Round 2)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      \ud83c\udfc6 Recognition & Awards<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Prize Pool:<\/strong> \u20b910,000+<\/strong> in cash prizes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Awards:<\/strong> Winner Trophy, Runner-Up Prize, and “Best Innovation” Award.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Double Certification:<\/strong> Official E-Certificates from TIB (Mandatory portal) + Unstop Participation Certificates (Optional portal).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Growth:<\/strong> IIC recognition and networking with industry mentors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        \ud83c\udfaf What You Will Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Problem Solving:<\/strong> Choose from 29 Problem Statements<\/strong> (22 Software, 7 Hardware) covering AI, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, and Space Tech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Rapid Prototyping:<\/strong> Build functional solutions for themes like Dynamic Route Rationalization<\/strong>, Smart Speed Detection<\/strong>, or Space Crew Well-being Assistants<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Live Pitching:<\/strong> Present your final product to a jury of experts after a 9 hour development window.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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          \ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Technical Tracks & Domains<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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          • Software:<\/strong> AI\/ML, NLP (RAG), Fintech, EdTech, and AR\/VR ecosystems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Hardware:<\/strong> IoT enabled Fire Safety, AgriTech Pesticide Systems, and Smart Air Purification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Open Innovation:<\/strong> Dedicated slots for creative AI, Blockchain, and IoT projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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