Upcoming Project Competitions in College Fests, Events in February 2026.

Technical events
* Winterfalls Watch (Debugging)
*Dragon Creations (Gen AI)
*King's Landing Showcase (Project Presentation)
*Archmaester's Test (Quiz)

Non-Technical events
*Valyrian Hunt (Treasure Hunt)
*White Walker's Deals (ADZAP)
*Symphony of Thrones (BGM Finding)
*The Stark Alliance (Connection)

PUBLITEX - Paper Presentation ( Technical )
CODE SURGEON - Code Debugging Challenge
INNOVEXPO - Project Expo
DEVATHON - Web / App Development Challenge
QUIZTRON - Tech Quiz
CODEFUSION - Hackathon (Mini – 6 to 12 hrs)
PIXEL VISION - Photography Contest
POSTERIA - Poster Design
POPFRENZY - Quiz (Non-Tech / Pop Culture)
LINKSTROM - Connections
LOGOZO - Logo Design

Hackathon
Paper Presentation
Project Presentation
Prompt Engineering Contest
Code Debugging
Algo master (algorithmic thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills)
AI Script Creation
Think AI(Ideathon)
Matlab programming
Circuit Cluster
Reverse Engineering – Analyze and redesign a product
Circuit Debugging
Line Follower
Fun with Sensors
Estimation and Costing
Hands on competitions (Concrete mix, design)
CAD Modelling
Robotics Task Challenge
Technical Quiz
Startup Spark (Business Plan)
Adzap
Best Manager
Just a Minute
Poster Presentation
Scientific Poster Presentation

Tresure hunt
Solo Dance
Group Dance
Photography
IPL Auction
Fashion show
Mini Games
Adapt Tune Dance
No-Heat Cooking
Face Painting
Short Film
Poster Making
Miming
Nail Style Craft
Bridal Makeup
Singing
Mehandi
Vegetable Carving
Recycled Waste
Essay writing

• 24-Hour National Level Hackathon
• Embedded Systems & IoT Projects
• Analytical & Simulation-Based Engineering Solutions
• Final Project Presentation & Evaluation

Technical Events:
1. Paper Presentation (Related to topics like but not limited to : E-Vehicles , Automation using IoT , Renewable energy for a sustainable future)
2. Circuit Debugging
3. Project Expo
4. Electrical Quiz
5. Proteus Design
6. Tech Debate
7. Race on Track
8. Pick and Talk

Non-Technical Events:
1. Photography
2. E-Football
3. Scribble
4. Snap and Recall
5. Treasure Hunt
6. Picture Connection
7. Spotify Vibes
8. Blow the Ball

AERO

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
Technical Quiz
Water Rocketry

Non-Technical Events
Brain OH Bunch
E-Arena

AGRI

Technical Events
Project Expo
Paper Presentation
Minute to Win It

Non-Technical Events
Fireless Cooking
Reel Making

AI & DS

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
Technical Quiz

Non-Technical Events
E-Gaming
Logical Rivera

BME

Technical Events
Project Expo
Idea Sprint
Technical Quiz

Non-Technical Events
Rebus
Engg Meme Mania

BIOTECH

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
Project Expo
Bio Quiz

Non-Technical Events
Connections
Funfinity

CSE & CYBER

Technical Events
Technical Quiz
Spot the Bot
Project Expo

Non-Technical Events
Theme Photography
Gaming Corner

CSE (AI & ML)

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
TechFusion Quest

Non-Technical Events
Mind Snap
Free Fire Battle
Lens & Motion

CSBS

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
ThinkNFlow
Project Expo

Non-Technical Events

Come Play Confuse
BizNxt

ECE & VLSI

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
Circuit Debugging
Project Expo

Non-Technical Events
IPL Auction
E-Football

EEE

Technical Events
Project Expo
Quiz Sprint
Paper Presentation

Non-Technical Events
Doodle Detectives
Free Fire

MECH

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
CAD Modelling
Project Expo

Non-Technical Events
Garena
Art of Aperture

MBA

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
AD Zap
Best Manager
Business Plan Development

Non-Technical Events
Brand in a Brush

MCA

Technical Events
Paper Presentation
Technical Quiz
Debugging
Non-Technical Events
Connections

CULTURAL
Dance
Music
Mime
Reels Making
Adapt Tune

SPORTS
Ball Badminton (Men & Women)
Basketball (Men & Women)
Cricket (Men)
Football (Men)
Handball (Men)
Kabaddi (Men)
Kho-Kho (Men)
Table Tennis (Men & Women)
Throwball (Women)
Volleyball (Men & Women)

NCC
Technical Events
Drill
Flag Area
Tent Pitching

List of Events

24-Hour National Hackathon

Pre-Hackathon Technical Workshops

Industry Mentorship Sessions

Networking & Career Guidance

Final Project Demonstrations

1.Paper Parade
2.Project Pitch
3.Tech Clash
4.Code Combat
5.Marketing Insights
6.Chaos Carnival
7.IPL Auction
8.Esports(Battle royal)

Flagship event:
Stranger things

Tech events:
Paper presentation
Project War
Arduino Hackathon
Chase and Build
Circuit Debugging

Non tech Events:
AI Prompt battle
IPL Auction
Hint drop
Short film
Spin and Win

Paper Vista, Digital Poster Presentation, Science Project Expo, Science Quiz, Scilens, Code quest, Brain Teaser, Sketches, No fire - masters chef, Arts on Hands, Trash to Treasure

Events
1. Project EXPO
2. PAPER PRESENTATION
3. POSTER PRESENTATION
NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS
1. NEURAL CONNECTIONS
2. BIOBIDS
3. CINEMED QUIZ

TECHNICAL EVENTS:
1.MIND FLAYER HACKATHON
2.STRANGER ARCHIVES
3.Project ELEVEN
4.THE FRONTEND FLAYER
5.ERROR 404 IN UPSIDE DOWN

NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS:
1.HUNT FOR 011
2.PLAY WITH VECNA
3.TRUE SIGHT
4.THE AD DIMENSION
5.VISION OF WILL BYERS

🔧Technical Events

1. Mind Flayer Hackathon
A high-intensity coding challenge where participants solve real-world problems using innovative technical solutions.

2. Stranger Archives
A technical quiz and puzzle-based event testing participants’ knowledge in IT concepts, logic, and problem-solving.

3. Project Eleven
A Project presentation event where students showcase innovative ideas, working models, and technical implementations.

4. The Frontend Flayer
A creative web design and frontend development challenge focusing on UI/UX and responsiveness.

5. Error 404 in Upside Down
A debugging and problem-solving event that tests participants’ ability to identify and fix logical and coding errors under time pressure.

🎭 Non-Technical Events

1. Hunt for 011
A thrilling treasure hunt inspired by the “Upside Down” theme, testing teamwork and logical thinking.

2. Play with Vecna
An interactive game event with fun challenges, surprises, and strategy-based tasks.

3. True Sight
A perception-based game that challenges observation, focus, and decision-making skills.

4. The Ad Dimension
A creative marketing and advertisement challenge testing communication and presentation skills.

5. Vision of Will Byers
A mystery-based event involving clues, hidden messages, and problem-solving tasks.

Hardware and software Project expo

TECHNICAL EVENTS:
Technical Quiz
Paper Presentation
Project Expo
Line Follower
Code Debugging
Circuit Debugging
CAD Modeling
Mr. Mechanic

NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS:
Short Film (3 to 4 Minutes)
Photography (On-Spot Topic)
Fireless Cooking
Fashion Show
Mehndi
Nail Art
Connection
Press Competition
Pick and Talk
Treasure Hunt
IPL Auction
E-Sports (Free Fire)
Business Quiz

Technical Workshops , Technical Competitions
Project Expo , Hackathons
Robotics & Automation Events , Automotive & EV Workshops
Coding & Innovation Challenges , Guest Lectures & Industry Sessions
Cultural events , Pro Shows

Participants can choose from multiple core engineering competitions:

Technical Quiz

Paper Presentation

Project Expo

Line Follower

Code Debugging

Circuit Debugging

CAD Modeling

Mr. Mechanic

Fun, creative, and high-energy events include:

Short Film (3–4 min)

Photography (On-spot topic)

Fireless Cooking

Fashion Show

Mehendi

Nail Art

Connection

Press Competition

Pic and Talk

Treasure Hunt

IPL Auction

E-Sports (Free Fire)

Business Quiz

TECHNICAL EVENTS
1.Frontend Flayer(UI/UX)
2.Stranger Archives(Paper Presentation)
3.Project Eleven(Project Expo)
4.Mindflayer Hackathon(Hackathon)
5.Error 404:Upside Down(Debugging)

NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS
1.Hunt for 011(Tresure Hunt)
2.Play with Vecna(Gamming)
3.True Sight(Connections)
4.The AD Dimension(AD Zap)
5.Vision of Will Byers (Short Film)

TECHNICAL EVENTS (OFFLINE) :
1.Paper Presentation
2.Project Presentation
3.Aptitude Test
4.Coding Contest
5.Technical Quiz
6.Circuit Debugging
7.Connection Puzzle

NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS (OFFLINE) :
1.Art from Waste
2.Poster Making
3.Anime Quiz
4.Cinema Quiz
5.Meme Contest

HACKTHON (ONLINE):
1.Antenna Hackathon (12 Days)

Technical Events , Coding contest
Paper Presentation , Robotics competitions
Project Expo , Workshops
Hackathon , Cultural Events

National Level 30-Hour Hackathon

Idea Pitching

Problem Statement Challenge

Final Project Demonstration

🚀 Technical Events:

Paper Presentation
Code Clash
Project Expo
Pixel to Page
Modern Quiz

🚀 Non-Technical Events:

Upside Down
Adzap
Blindmoji
Collage Making

Oral Presentation, Poster Presentation & Project Presentation.

Day 1: Hackathon
Day 2: HackFest
1)Idea Presentation
2) Project Presentation
3) Circuit debugging
4) Sensor Quiz

Technical Events:
1.) Paper Presentation: Showcase your research and innovation in the field of Naval Architecture and Offshore Engineering.
2.) Poster Presentation: Display your Projects and ideas visually and engage with your peers.
3.) Quiz: Test your knowledge and compete with the brightest minds.
4.) Debate: Engage in intellectual discourse and present your viewpoints on relevant topics
5.) Udyat: Dive deep into specialized subjects and demonstrate your expertise.
Non-Technical Events:
1.) Eating Contest: Put your culinary skills and appetite to the test.
2.) Talent Show: Unleash your creative talents and entertain the audience.
3.) Video Game (Free Fire): Compete in this popular online game and show off your gaming prowess.
4.) Content Creation: Create compelling content and showcase your creativity.
5.) Fitness Challenge: Participate in physical challenges and demonstrate your fitness levels.

Day 1: Hackathon
Day 2: HackFest
1)Idea Presentation
2) Project Presentation
3) Circuit debugging
4) Sensor Quiz

📅 Day 1 – March 5, 2026
Technical Events
• Paper Presentation
• Project Expo
• Quiz Matrix
• Code Treasure
• Robo Rush
📅 Day 2 – March 6, 2026
Technical Events
• Shark Sphere
• Mind vs Machine
• Web Page Designing
• Line Follower
Non-Technical Events
• Film Arena
• Bid & Bat

Technical
1. Pix crack
2. Code Convo
3. Sell the future

Non-Technical
1. Flip frenzy
2. Brain crack

Project Expo
1. Tech Vista

1. Cresciton - A 30 hours Hackathon (March 6th & 7th)
2. CreateX - GenAI Workshop (March 6)
3. CyberX - Cybersecurity Workshop (March 7)
4. SpeakSphere (Project Debate - Project Presentation) - 7th March
5. Pitch it Prove it (Idea Pitching - Paper Presentation) - 7th March
6. Bid2Build (Codeing) - 7th March
7. VibeXecute - 7th March

TECHNICAL EVENTS:
1. Idea/Paper Presentation
2. Project Presentation
3. Poster Presentation

NON-TECHNICAL EVENTS:
1. Quiz
2. Techno Marketing
3. Untie the Knots

Technical events
24 hrs Hackathon - 2 themes will be given, coin a problem and propose a innovative solution
Voltvision(Paper presentation)-3 members per team
Wattworks Expo (Project presentation)-3 memners per team
Score board events(Round1 Technical quiz, Round 2 Think & Simulate, Round 3 On spot idea pitch)- 3 members per team
Non tech
Warrior Draft (IPL auction)- 3 members per team
Quest of the dragon(Treasure hunt)- 3 members per team
Chi connect (Connections)- 3 members per team

PAPER PRESENTATION
HACKATHON
RRR
Project EXPO
WORST UI
WEBDESIGN
BIGBOSS
IPL AUCTION
CONNECTIONS
TREASURE HUNT

⚡ List of Events
🔧 Technical Events

Electra Script – Technical paper / idea presentation

Innovarch – Project & innovation showcase

Electrofix – Electrical troubleshooting & problem solving

Circuit Xplore – Circuit design and analysis challenge

IntelliWiz – Technical quiz & logical reasoning

🌟 Spotlight Events

Marketrix – Marketing & business strategy game

Brain Bazaar – Knowledge-based competitive challenge

Chronos Key – Time-based puzzle and reasoning event

Mic & Mystery – A fun music themed event

Convergex – Team-based fun and strategy event

Technical: Bug Busters, TechVista (Paper/Project Presentation), Brain vs Bot, and Blind Coding.

Non-Technical: E-Sports Championship and Prompt Art Challenge.

Technical Events
• Paper Presentation
• Project Expo
• Circuit Debugging
• Technical Quiz
• Syntax Arena
• The Startup Garage
Non-Technical Events
• E-Sports
• Cinephile
• IPL Auction
• Chess

Paper Presentation
Projects Presentation
Fun Events
Short Flims

TECHNICAL EVENTS : (MAXIMUM TWO OR MIN ONE EVENT)*
1. PAPER PRESENTATION
2. TECHNICAL QUIZ
3. Project EXPO

NON TECHNICAL EVENTS (ONLY ONE EVENT)
1.CHESS TOURNAMNET
2.FREE FIRE TOURNAMENT
3.START MUSIC

ORIGIN – 24 Hour National AI Hackathon 2026
About the Hackathon
ORIGIN is the flagship National AI Hackathon organized by the Hackathon Club of SIMATS Engineering. This 24-hour high-intensity innovation event brings together students from top institutions across India to develop intelligent, real-world solutions using Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.

Participants will collaborate under expert mentorship to design production-ready prototypes while addressing industry and societal challenges.

Only shortlisted teams are required to pay a participation fee of ₹200 per member to confirm their slot for the offline hackathon. Payment details and instructions will be shared with shortlisted teams via Unstop and email.

Event Details:

Dates: March 30 – 31, 2026

Venue: SIMATS Engineering, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Mode: Offline

Team Size: 3–4 members

Registration: Only through Unstop

Deadline: March 15, 2026

Why Participate?
Build real-world AI solutions

Compete with 500+ top student innovators

Receive mentorship from industry experts

Win cash prizes and exclusive rewards

Gain internship opportunities with partner companies

Get free domains to launch Projects online

Network with developers, founders, and industry professionals

Receive certificates, goodies, and exclusive swag

What Makes ORIGIN Unique
Problem statements are provided directly by partner companies

Each problem may have a separate cash prize

Participants gain insight into real-world industry challenges

Opportunity to propose practical AI-based solutions to actual problems

Direct exposure to how companies approach innovation and technology

Network and connect with industry experts and professionals

Bridge the gap between academia and industry

Build Projects with real-world impact and recognition

Prize Pool & Benefits
Total Prize Pool: ₹50,000+

Cash prizes for winners across challenges

Additional Benefits:

Internship opportunities with partner companies

Free custom domains to launch Projects

Exclusive hackathon goodies and swag

Participation certificates

Recognition from industry experts

Paper Presentation
Participants present innovative technical papers related to electronics, communication, or emerging technologies. Evaluation will be based on originality, technical content, presentation clarity, and response to judges’ questions.

Project Expo
Teams will showcase their hardware or software Projects with real-time demonstrations. Projects will be evaluated based on innovation, practical application, technical implementation, and explanation.

Line Follower
Participants design and program an autonomous robot that follows a predefined path. The robot will be judged based on speed, accuracy, stability, and successful completion of the track.

Participants are encouraged to develop impactful Projects that leverage innovation to create measurable change. Address real-world problems affecting individuals, communities, industries, or society at large through technology-driven solutions. Your ideas should move beyond theory—either by improving existing solutions or proposing transformative innovations. Identify a meaningful challenge, design with purpose, and build a solution that delivers tangible and lasting impact.