InfiniX'26 – National Level 32-Hour Hackathon

InfiniX'26 – National Level 32-Hour Hackathon

About the Event

InfiniX'26 is a National Level 32-Hour Offline Hackathon organized by the Department of Information Technology, Ramco Institute of Technology, in association with The Institution of Engineers (India) – RIT Chapter.

The hackathon provides an opportunity for students to collaborate, innovate, and develop technology-driven solutions to real-world challenges. Participants will work continuously for 32 hours to build a functional prototype (Minimum Viable Product - MVP) based on a problem statement released at the event.

Eligibility:

• Open to Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students from AICTE/UGC-recognized institutions.
• Participants must possess a valid College/University ID card.
• Both internal (Ramco Institute of Technology) and external (other colleges) students are eligible to participate.

Team Formation:

• Team Size: 3–5 members.
• Mixed teams comprising both Ramco Institute of Technology students and students from other institutions are not allowed.
• Inter-specialization (cross-department) teams within the same institution are allowed.
• Team composition cannot be changed after registration without prior approval from the organizing committee.

Registration:

• Internal Participants (Ramco Institute of Technology): ₹200 per participant.
• External Participants (Other Colleges): ₹350 per participant.
• Registration is accepted only through the official InfiniX'26 website: https://ritinfinix.vercel.app/
• Registrations submitted through email, phone calls, WhatsApp, social media, or any other mode will not be accepted.
• Registration will be confirmed only after successful payment and verification by the organizing committee.
• Registration fees are non-refundable under any circumstances.

Competition Format:

Round 1 – Problem Statement Release & Selection

• Duration: 30 Minutes
• Problem statements will be released only at the official commencement of the hackathon.
• Each team must select one problem statement from the available domains.
• Once selected, the problem statement cannot be changed.

Round 2 – Prototype Development

• Duration: Approximately 28 Hours
• Teams must design, develop, and test their solution.
• Mentor interactions and periodic progress reviews may be conducted during this phase.

Round 3 – Final Evaluation & Presentation

• Duration: Approximately 3.5 Hours
• Teams will submit their final project and present it before the jury.
• Evaluation will be based on innovation, technical implementation, feasibility, presentation, and overall impact.

Problem Statements:

• Problem statements will be announced only on the day of the hackathon.
• Teams must choose one problem statement.
• Solutions must be developed entirely during the official 32-hour hackathon period.

Problem Domains:

Core Technology Domains

• Smart Intelligence (AI & Machine Learning)
• Secure Computing in the Modern Technical World (Cybersecurity)
• Healthcare, Biotechnology & MedTech
• Cloud Computing & DevOps
• FinTech
• Open Innovation
• Mechanical & Civil Engineering – Smart Automation
• Electrical & Electronics / Electronics & Communication Engineering – Energy Innovation & Smart Grid

Submission Requirements:

Each team must submit:

• Functional Prototype (Minimum Viable Product - MVP)
• Source Code
• Presentation (PPT)
• Project Documentation
• GitHub Repository (Recommended)

Participant Guidelines

• Participants must carry a valid College ID card.
• Participants must bring their own laptop, charger, and necessary accessories.
• If the project requires IoT kits, sensors, robotics equipment, drones, embedded systems, microcontrollers, or any other hardware, teams must bring and arrange them on their own.
• The organizing committee will not provide hardware devices or electronic components.
• High-speed Wi-Fi, power supply, workspace, meals, refreshments, and mentor support will be provided.
• AI-assisted development tools are permitted; however, participants must be able to explain and justify their implementation during evaluation.

Rules:

• Only projects developed during the official 32-hour hackathon will be considered.
• Plagiarism or copying another team's work will result in immediate disqualification.
• Teams must submit all deliverables before the submission deadline.
• Late submissions will not be accepted.
• Participants must maintain professional conduct throughout the event.
• Damage to college property or misconduct may result in disqualification.
• The organizing committee reserves the right to modify the schedule or rules if required.
• The decision of the judges and organizing committee shall be final and binding.

Contact:

For any queries regarding registration or the event, please contact:

Suresh R

Student Coordinator – Department of Information Technology

+91 63748 95822