HACKZILLA 2025

The IEEE ComSoc Student Branch of KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology (KPRIET), Coimbatore, is organizing Code. Circuit. Ignite., an Innovation Challenge and Hackathon under the theme “Innovate for Sustainable Connectivity.”

This hackathon provides a platform for students across India to showcase their skills in both hardware and software development, including coding, circuit design, and prototyping, while working on real-world solutions that connect people, systems, and the planet more effectively. The event is open to all UG and PG students in India, with teams of 4–5 members.

Over 24 hours, participants will brainstorm, design, and develop innovative solutions with guidance from mentors. The event will conclude with presentations to a jury of experts.

Highlights of the Event

Exciting prizes worth ₹50,000

Free T-shirts, food, and refreshments

Opportunity to network with industry experts and academicians

Hands-on experience and portfolio-worthy projects

Event Dates: 12 & 13 September 2025
Registration Fee: ₹500 for IEEE members | ₹600 for non-members

Evaluation Criteria

Innovation and creativity

Technical execution and feasibility

Relevance to sustainable connectivity

Teamwork and presentation skills

Contact Information
Student Coordinators:

R. D. Kavyasri – +91 91505 87503

M. Swethaa – +91 90805 36874

Faculty Coordinators:

Dr. D. Venugopal – +91 98434 63232

Dr. S. Finney Daniel Shadrach – +91 94438 39525

Hackathon

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September 1

IEEE Member - Rs.500
Non-IEEE Member-Rs.600

Arrive at either Gandhipuram Bus Stand or Kaniyur Toll Plaza.

From there, take buses 19A, 20A, red buses, or electric blue buses running on the Somanur ↔ Gandhipuram route.

Get down at KPR Stop or L&T Stop.

From the stop, hire an auto-rickshaw for about 1.5 km to reach the KPR Institute of Engineering and Technology campus.

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