Opportunity brief
Code. Create. Conquer # **FusioniX 2026**
**Overview**
FusioniX 2026 is a 24-hour national-level hybrid Offline hackathon organized by the Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering and the Department of Computer Science & Engineering (IoT), University of Engineering and Management, Kolkata.
FusioniX focuses on solving real-world engineering challenges by combining hardware and software to build innovative, practical working prototypes.
Whether you're passionate about IoT, AI, Embedded Systems, Robotics, Full Stack, Cloud, Computer Vision, Smart Automation, Web3, or Agentic Commerce, FusioniX is your platform to build and innovate.
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**🏆Prize Pool: ₹30,000+**
Win exciting prizes worth up to ₹50,000.
Along with prizes, participants get certificates, recognition, goodies & swags, networking opportunities with mentors and industry experts, and a chance to showcase their solutions.
**Team Size**
3–4 members per team
Registration is free. Inter-college teams are allowed.
**Event**
Duration: 24 Hours
Round 1: Online
Final Hackathon (Rounds 2 & 3): Offline at UEM Kolkata
**Eligibility**
Open to students pursuing:
B.Tech / B.E. M.Tech / M.E. Engineering or Technology programs from recognized institutions
Students from any engineering specialization can participate.
**Tracks**
Sub Track 1 — x402-Powered Applications
Build applications powered by x402, exploring programmable payments, automated transactions, and digital commerce.
Sub Track 2 — Agentic Commerce Infrastructure
Build infrastructure enabling AI agents to discover, negotiate, transact, and operate autonomously in digital commerce.
Sub Track 3 — Developer Tooling & Frameworks
Create developer tools, SDKs, libraries, frameworks, APIs, or platforms that improve the software development experience.
Sub Track 4 — Biotech
Build technology-driven solutions at the intersection of biology and innovation. Explore AI, computational biology, bioinformatics, healthcare, agriculture, lab automation, and other applications that use technology to address real-world challenges in life sciences .
Sub Track 5 — AI for Real-World Impact
Build innovative AI-powered solutions that address meaningful real-world problems. From education and sustainability to accessibility, finance, agriculture, cybersecurity, and smart communities, use AI to create practical solutions with measurable impact.
Sub Track 6 — Open Source
Build impactful open-source solutions that encourage collaboration, transparency, and community-driven development. Create tools, platforms, libraries, or applications that others can use, extend, and contribute to.
**Competition Format**
Round 1 — Concept Qualifier (Online)
Submit a minimum 5-slide Pitch Deck (PPT/PDF) covering:
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Team Introduction
Problem Analysis
Proposed Solution
Hardware & Software Architecture
Technology Stack
Evaluation: Problem Understanding, Technical Feasibility, Innovation, and Clarity of Presentation.
⚠️ **Important**: The Round 1 idea is only for evaluation. Qualified teams will receive entirely new problem statements during the offline hackathon.
**Round 2 — Hybrid Build & Final Offline Round**
Teams will work on their complete solution by assembling hardware, developing software, designing the system architecture, integrating components, testing, debugging, and preparing a working prototype.
As this is a hybrid competition, teams may use hardware, software, or a combination of both according to their project requirements.
Participants should bring their own hardware whenever possible. Limited hardware support may be available.
Teams must complete and demonstrate their working solution during this round and submit the final source code, documentation, and required project deliverables before the deadline.
**🤖 AI Usage Policy**
AI tools such as ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Gemini, and Claude may be used for learning, brainstorming, debugging, documentation, and productivity.
However:
AI must not replace genuine problem-solving. Blind copy-pasting without understanding is prohibited. Primarily AI-generated or plagiarized projects will be disqualified. Judges may ask technical questions to verify understanding.
Innovation and originality matter.
**📜 General Rules**
Major development must be done during the hackathon. Teams must work independently. Pre-built complete solutions are not allowed. Bring your own laptops and hardware whenever possible. Internet, workspace, power supply, meals, and accommodation (where applicable) will be provided. Organizers may modify schedules if required. Plagiarism or unfair means may lead to disqualification. Judges' decisions will be final.
**🏅 Judging Criteria**
Projects will be evaluated on:
Innovation & Creativity • Technical Implementation • Functionality • Hardware–Software Integration • Market Potential • Scalability • Presentation & Demonstration • Teamwork
**🎁 What Participants Receive**
Participation Certificate
Prizes & Recognition
Goodies & Swags
Networking with mentors and industry experts Opportunity to showcase innovative engineering solutions