Opportunity brief
Innovation X - techFEST'26
For Non-SLIET Participants Only
techFEST'26 is North India's premier technical festival, organised by Sant Longowal Institute of Engineering and Technology (SLIET), Longowal, Punjab. This is a paid opportunity with the early-bird packages mentioned below.
Registration for the techFEST'26 package is compulsory for accommodation and other perks, while participation in individual events is free*.
www.techfest26.com
- All payments must be made exclusively through our official TechFest website. Kindly complete your payment through: https://app.techfest26.com/package
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About the Event:
Innovation X is an intensive innovation sprint where participants identify real-world problems and develop working technological solutions. The event focuses on creativity, technical execution, rapid prototyping, teamwork, and presentation skills. Teams work through the complete product-development process, from ideation and problem validation to MVP development and final pitching.
Problem Statement:
Design and build a robot that can reliably follow a person, recognizing and responding to changes in direction, pace, and context.
The robot should interpret intent and adapt to dynamic environments.
Participants are encouraged to explore diverse approaches to sensing, tracking, and navigation with real-world applicability.
Robot Specifications:
- The robot must be fully autonomous without requiring human intervention during the run.
- Maximum dimensions: 250mm x 250mm x 250mm (LxBxH) with a 5% tolerance; exceeding this may lead to disqualification.
- Robot may be battery-operated; total voltage must not exceed 24V DC.
- Use of pre-built kits is not allowed; individual parts like chassis and wheels are permitted, with custom-built designs encouraged.
- Use of sensors and cameras is allowed.
Gameplay:
The robot must autonomously complete the run without manual control.
Two stages:
Stage 1: PPT Presentation Round
Stage 2: Final Round
Rules and Regulations:
- Only teams qualifying Stage 1 are eligible for Stage 2.
- Robots exceeding size limits may be heavily penalized or disqualified, per judges' decisions.
- Organizers may disqualify teams for safety concerns or rule violations.
- Participants must present valid student identity cards.
- Manual interference during the run will result in immediate disqualification.
- Violating rules or engaging in unfair practices may lead to disqualification.
- Misconduct towards judges may result in disqualification.
- Valid student ID is mandatory for all team members.
- Misbehaviour may result in disqualification, and the coordinators' decision will be final.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Functionality – Accuracy and efficiency of the bot in following the human.
- Innovation – Uniqueness in approach, components, or algorithm design.
- Presentation – Clarity and structure of the PPT in Stage 1.
- Tech Relevance – Integration of current issues and proposed advancements.
- Robustness – Stability and consistency during the live demonstration.
- Eligibility Criteria: Diploma and Undergraduate (UG) students of any branch from recognized engineering colleges.
Team Specification:
- Each team can have a maximum of 4 and a minimum of 1 member; inter-college teams are not allowed unless from outside the institute.
- Teams must designate a team captain for communication with coordinators.
Judging Criteria:
- Innovation & Originality
- Technical Feasibility & Execution
- Working Prototype / Functionalit
- Presentation & Q&A
- Teamwork and overall implementation quality
Judge's Decision is Final:
The judges' decision will be final and will be based on the specified judging criteria, technical correctness, and overall performance.
Certification Policy:
- Certificates will be provided to all the participants.
- Certificate of Excellence will be provided to the winners, as per the results declared by the judges.
For Query:
Domain Coordinator:
- Name: Anupam Kumar
- Reg. No.: GEC/254043123
- Contact: 8809446009
- Email: anupam_254043123@sliet.ac.in
Domain Advisor:
- Name: Kandi Rishitha
- Reg. No.: GIN/24442224
- Contact: 9652303589
- Email: kandi_24442224@sliet.ac.in
Event Coordinator:
- Name: Anuj Tiwari
- Reg. No.: GEC/2633015
- Contact: 6205201805
- Email: 2633015@sliet.ac.in
For Further Queries:
- Naman Kumar Sinha (Overall Coordinator): +91 78568 93952
- Shubham Kumar Singh (Overall Coordinator): +91 97711 74465
Prepare yourself for a journey of technology, creativity, and celebration.
Mark your calendars and be part of the magic of techFEST'26 at SLIET.
Register Now: www.techfest26.com
Join WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CZMXkOJcAgq0s5g7aBd6VO
We cordially invite you to Innovation-X, organised as part of techFEST'26 - Annual Technical Festival of SLIET. Showcase your talent, compete with the sharpest minds and earn your moment of glory.
Rules & FAQs:
- All the students will be evaluated based on their creative thinking.
- All undergraduate and diploma students with valid ID cards from their respective institutes are eligible to participate.
- The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
- Each team can have a maximum of three members.
Certification Policy:
- Certificates will be provided to all participants.
- Certificates of Excellence will be awarded to winners as per judges' results.
Important Note:
- All participants must make payment on the techFEST'26 website; without payment, participation will not be considered and will be disqualified.
- The organisers reserve the right to modify rules, prize pool, dates, venue, or timing of the competition under unforeseen circumstances.
- All guidelines are subject to change; participants are advised to regularly check the official techFEST'26 website for updates.
- Adherence to the latest rules is mandatory for all teams.
Website: www.techfest26.com Email: techfest@sliet.ac.in
Rules and Regulations - General Rules:
- All participants must carry a valid college ID card and their techFEST'26 registration receipt.
- Reporting time will be communicated to registered teams; late reporting may lead to walkover.
- The decision of the judges and organisers will be final and binding in all matters.
- Any form of misconduct, plagiarism or use of unfair means leads to immediate disqualification.
- Participants are responsible for their own equipment and personal belongings.
- Organisers reserve the right to modify any rule at any time; updates are announced at the venue.
Eligibility:
- Open to students of all institutes and all degree programmes (unless specified otherwise in the event rules above).
- Participants must be registered for techFEST'26 through the official portal.
- Cross-college teams are welcome.
Mark your calendars and be part of Innovation X at techFEST'26, SLIET. Bring your ideas, turn them into working solutions, and pitch your innovation to the judges.