INNOVATEX - PROTOTHON 2026

INNOVATEX PROTOTHON – TEXPERIA’26
Organized by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
SNS College of Technology, Coimbatore

About the Event
Innovatex Protothon – TEXPERIA’26 is a dynamic innovation-driven prototyping competition designed to ignite creativity, technical excellence, and real-time problem-solving skills among aspiring engineers.

This protothon provides a platform for students to transform innovative ideas into practical working prototypes and present them before an expert panel. If you have an idea that can create real-world impact, this is your opportunity to build, innovate, and compete.

Objective
Encourage innovation and practical problem solving

Promote interdisciplinary collaboration

Develop prototyping and technical presentation skills

Bridge the gap between concepts and implementation

Provide exposure to expert evaluation

Themes
Projects can be developed under the following domains:

Renewable Energy

Aerospace

Internet of Things (IoT)

Circuit Intelligence

Open Innovations

Event Structure
Round 1 – Online PPT Screening (FREE)
Submit your idea in PPT format

Evaluation based on innovation, feasibility, impact & clarity

Shortlisted teams will move to the final round

Submission Window: 28th February – 6th March 2026

Registration link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdyiSTC9VG2_0-J9sTS8YpsNXNDYPOuJqLwcR3INkWB2S0acA/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Round 2 – Offline Grand Finale
12th March 2026

Venue: SNSCT Campus, Coimbatore

Shortlisted teams must build and present their working prototype during the event

Team Details
Team Size: 3 – 4 Members

Open to UG students from all engineering disciplines

Interdisciplinary teams are encouraged

Registration Fee
₹400 per person (applicable for shortlisted teams participating in Round 2)

Rewards & Benefits
Prize Pool Worth ₹20,000+

Certificates for all participants

Food provided for finalists

Networking and recognition opportunities

Exposure to expert evaluation panel

Rules & Regulations
Each team must consist of 3–4 members only.

Participants must carry a valid college ID card during the offline round.

The idea submitted in Round 1 must be the same project developed for Round 2 (major deviations are not allowed without prior approval).

The prototype must be built entirely during the event. No prior prototyping, pre-assembled models, or ready-made implementations are allowed. Teams are permitted to bring raw materials and components only.

Projects must be original and innovative. Plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification.

Teams must bring their own required components, laptops, hardware, and tools for the final round.

Power supply will be provided; any special requirements must be informed in advance.

Judges’ decisions will be final and binding.

Teams must adhere strictly to event timelines. Late submissions will not be considered.

Any form of misconduct, misbehavior, or damage to property will result in disqualification.

The organizing committee reserves the right to modify rules if necessary.

Evaluation Criteria
Innovation & Creativity

Technical Feasibility

Working Prototype & Implementation

Real-world Impact

Presentation & Clarity

Contact Details
Mrs. C. Ramya (EEE)

Mr. A. Mohammed Suhail – 9787497257

Ms. M. Kunguma Sri Vardhini – 7695980533

Turn Your Ideas into Innovation – Register Now!

INNOVATEX PROTOTHON 26