Opportunity brief

About the Project Expo

INOVENTA – PROJECT-Q Project Expo 2026 is a project exhibition conducted as part of PROJECT-Q – Virtual Lab Ceremony, providing students, developers, innovators, researchers, and technology enthusiasts with a platform to present and demonstrate their projects, prototypes, and technology-driven solutions.

The expo is designed to encourage participants to present the problem addressed, solution developed, technical approach, functionality, and potential applications of their work in a structured exhibition environment.

Participants may showcase projects at different stages of development, ranging from concepts and proofs of concept to prototypes, working systems, and early-stage technology products. The event emphasizes originality, technical implementation, practical relevance, demonstration quality, and effective communication.

INOVENTA also provides an opportunity for participants to receive feedback, interact with peers and evaluators, and gain exposure to different approaches to technology development.

Theme

Build. Demonstrate. Inspire.

INOVENTA encourages participants to transform ideas and technical concepts into demonstrable projects that address relevant challenges and create practical value.

Participants are encouraged to clearly communicate:

The problem or opportunity being addressed
The proposed or developed solution
The technology and methodology used
The current stage of development
The functionality and practical application
The potential for further development or impact

Projects that demonstrate interdisciplinary approaches and meaningful applications of emerging technologies are encouraged.

Domains

Projects may be presented in one or more of the following domains:

Quantum Computing

Projects may explore:

Quantum algorithms and applications
Quantum simulation and computation
Quantum programming and experimentation
Quantum-enhanced solutions
Quantum applications in real-world problem domains

Cybersecurity

Projects may address:

Cybersecurity and digital protection
Secure systems and applications
Threat detection and prevention
Privacy and data protection
Cyber awareness and education
Digital security and resilience

Climate Technology

Projects may address climate and environmental challenges through technology, including:

Renewable and clean energy
Energy efficiency and optimization
Environmental monitoring
Sustainable resource management
Waste reduction and circular solutions
Climate adaptation and resilience
Technology-enabled environmental sustainability

Projects may focus on a single domain or combine multiple domains where relevant.

What Participants Can Showcase

Participants may present projects in forms such as:

Working Prototypes
Software Demonstrations
Hardware Demonstrations
Proofs of Concept
Research-Based Projects
Technology Demonstrations
Project Models or Interactive Exhibits
Startup Products or Minimum Viable Products (MVPs)
Innovative Technology Solutions

Projects may be at different stages of development, provided participants can clearly demonstrate and explain the work being presented.

Event Flow

1. Registration & Project Submission

Participants complete the registration process and provide the required information regarding their project, domain, development stage, and proposed demonstration.

2. Project Preparation

Teams prepare their project, demonstration setup, presentation materials, prototype, software, hardware, or other relevant exhibition components.

3. Project Demonstration

Participants present their projects to evaluators and explain the problem addressed, proposed solution, technical approach, functionality, and practical application.

4. Presentation & Interaction

Participants communicate the project's key features, development process, innovation, and future scope while responding to questions from evaluators and attendees.

5. Final Evaluation

Projects are assessed according to the defined evaluation criteria, considering both the quality of the project and the effectiveness of its demonstration and presentation.

Evaluation Criteria

Projects may be evaluated on the following criteria:

Innovation & Originality
Problem Relevance
Technical Implementation
Functionality & Demonstration
Practical Applicability
User Experience & Usability
Potential Impact & Future Scope
Presentation & Communication

The evaluation will consider both the technical and practical aspects of the project, as well as the participant's ability to clearly explain and demonstrate the work.

Guidelines

Registration Fee: ₹399 per team
Team Size: 1–3 participants
Each participant may be a member of only one team.
Teams may comprise participants from multidisciplinary academic or technical backgrounds.
Projects should align with at least one of the specified domains.
Projects may be presented at different stages of development, including concept, proof of concept, prototype, MVP, or working/deployed solution.
Participants should be prepared to demonstrate the actual project or prototype wherever applicable.
Participants may use appropriate technologies, frameworks, libraries, platforms, APIs, hardware components, and development tools.
All submitted work must be original and developed by the participating team.
Plagiarism, unauthorized copying, or misrepresentation of another person's work may result in disqualification.
Teams are responsible for bringing the required equipment, components, software, presentation materials, and other resources necessary for their demonstration, subject to venue requirements.
Teams must follow the event schedule and instructions provided by the organizing committee.
Participants should be prepared to explain their technical approach, implementation, functionality, and future development scope.
The decision of the evaluation panel and organizing committee shall be final.

Event Details

Event: INOVENTA – PROJECT-Q Project Expo 2026

Date: 09 October 2026

Mode: Offline / On-campus

Venue: PSCMR College of Engineering & Technology, Vijayawada

Team Size: 1–3 participants Registration Fee: ₹399 per team

About PROJECT-Q

PROJECT-Q – Virtual Lab Ceremony is an initiative designed to promote learning, experimentation, innovation, and technology development through a series of academic and innovation-oriented activities.

The initiative brings together KRIYOVA – 24-Hours Hackathon, INOVENTA – Project Expo, Ideathon, Startup Pitch, and Quantum Computing Workshop, providing participants with opportunities to explore emerging technologies, develop solutions, present projects, formulate ideas, explore entrepreneurial possibilities, and gain exposure to contemporary technology domains.

PROJECT-Q aims to provide a structured platform where participants can progress from learning and exploration to experimentation, development, and demonstration.

PROJECT-Q Website

For complete information about PROJECT-Q – Virtual Lab Ceremony, including event details, participating opportunities, and updates, visit:

PROJECT-Q Official Event Website:

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PROJECT-Q Virtual Labs Community

Participants are also invited to join the PROJECT-Q Virtual Labs Community to stay connected with the community, receive relevant updates, and engage with other participants and technology enthusiasts.

Join the PROJECT-Q Virtual Labs WhatsApp Community:

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Join INOVENTA

INOVENTA – PROJECT-Q Project Expo 2026 provides a platform to present what you have built, demonstrate your technical work, exchange ideas, and communicate the potential of your project.

Bring your project, prototype, research work, MVP, or technology solution and present it to a community of peers, innovators, and evaluators.