MEDHA’26 – 24 Hour National Level Hackathon

MEDHA’26 – MKCE Engineers’ Digital Hackathon Arena is a 24-Hour National Level Hackathon organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering, Karur.

The event aims to ignite innovation, creativity, and problem-solving skills among budding engineers by providing a platform to develop future-ready engineering solutions. The theme of MEDHA’26 is “Engineering Solutions for Sustainable Development”.

Participants will work continuously for 24 hours to design, simulate, model, and prototype solutions addressing real-world challenges. Teams will be evaluated based on innovation, novelty, social relevance, and actual working of the project.

A total prize pool of Rs. 65,000 will be awarded to the best teams under each track.

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

Online Registration (Abstract Submission) Deadline : 14.02.2026
Intimation to Selected Teams starts from 16.02.2026
Registration Deadline for Selected Teams : 22.02.2026

Rs. 500 per Head
(Includes 3 Meals, 3 Refreshments, and Registration Kit)
Accommodation (Optional): Rs. 300 per Head

Participants arriving from different locations can reach the college easily via Karur Bus Stand.

From Karur Bus Stand, kindly board Bus Number 1, which operates on the route Karur – Thalavapalam. While boarding the bus, please inform the bus driver or conductor that you wish to get down at MKCE College.

The bus will drop you directly at M. Kumarasamy College of Engineering (MKCE), Karur.

For any assistance, participants may also seek help from the bus conductors or local commuters at the bus stand.

Accommodation will be provided for outstation participants on prior request.

• Accommodation Fee: Rs. 300 per head (optional)
• Accommodation will be provided for participants arriving one day prior to the event.
• Basic amenities and safety will be ensured.
• Accommodation will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Participants must carry a valid college ID card.