Nehru Institute of Information Technology And Management
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Nehru College of Management
Nehru Institute of Information Technology And Management
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
Nehru College of Management
HACKSPARK'26
24 HRS NATIONAL LEVEL HACKATHON ON SUSTAIN AI
INNOVATE/BUILD/IMPACT
“The best way to predict the future is to build it. 24 hours, one idea, infinite possibilities.”
What is Hack Spark?
Hack Spark '26 is a high-octane non-stop 24-hours national-level hackathon focused on Sustainable AI and innovative technology, organized by the PG Department of Computer Applications, Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management in association with Nehru College of Management. Participants develop AI-powered solutions to address real-world challenges, promote sustainability, and create a smarter, greener future.
24 Hours
Continuous Hackathon10 AM on 8th Oct → 10 AM on 9th Oct 2026.
₹20K
Prize PoolTop teams compete for cash prizes, merit certificates, and internship opportunities.
Open
InnovationNo restrictions on domains. Build creative solutions for any real-world problem.
Choose Your Challenge
Tackle the most pressing issues of our time across 6 diverse tracks.
AI & Machine Learning
Solve real-world problems using predictive models, generative AI, and computer vision.
IoT & Smart Systems
Build connected devices and automated systems for smart homes, cities, and industries.
FinTech & Web3
Innovate the future of finance with blockchain, decentralized apps, and smart contracts.
Cyber Security
Develop solutions to protect data privacy, prevent attacks, and secure digital identities.
HealthTech
Transform healthcare accessibility, patient monitoring, and medical data analysis.
Open Innovation
Have a crazy idea? Build anything that solves a unique problem creatively.
24 Hours, Minute by Minute
Organized by Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management in association with Nehru College of Management. From kickoff to valedictory — here's how Hack Spark '26 unfolds.
Registration & PPT Submission
Complete registration and submit your PPT within this date.
Shortlist Announcement
Selected teams will receive an official confirmation email on or before October 1.
Payment & Confirm
Complete the payment process to officially secure your spot for the main hackathon event.
Check-in
Participants arrive, complete check-in, and collect their event kits.
Inauguration & Kick-off
Official inauguration and the formal beginning of the event.
Lunch Time
Take some time to fuel up for the project development phase.
Mentorship Round 1
Expert mentors will visit the teams, review their progress, provide feedback, and offer design and technical guidance.
Dinner
Dinner served at the venue for all participants.
Midnight Munchies
Refreshments for participants to keep the momentum going.
Mentorship Round 2
Mentors check in on your progress, help debug issues, and guide you toward the final stretch.
Recharge Time
Take a quick power nap or grab some early morning tea to stay awake!
Submission Deadline
Final project submission deadline. Enjoy a quick breakfast before presentations!
Project Evaluation
Teams present and demonstrate their completed projects before the evaluation panel.
Valedictory & Prize Distribution
Final event closing ceremony, winner announcement, and prize distribution graced by Valedictory Chief Guest Shanmuga Sundaram.
Win ₹20,000
Compete, build, and win. Top teams take home massive cash prizes, premium trophies, and merit certificates.
1st Place
₹10,000
- Cash Prize
- Winner Trophy
- Merit Certificate
2nd Place
₹6,000
- Cash Prize
- Runner-up Medal
- Merit Certificate
3rd Place
₹4,000
- Cash Prize
- Runner-up Medal
- Merit Certificate
2nd Place
₹6,000
- Cash Prize
- Runner-up Medal
- Merit Certificate
1st Place
₹10,000
- Cash Prize
- Winner Trophy
- Merit Certificate
3rd Place
₹4,000
- Cash Prize
- Runner-up Medal
- Merit Certificate
Shanmuga Sundaram
Valedictory Chief Guest
Associate Director - Delivery. 18+ years driving product engineering & delivery programs across enterprise environments.
Internship Opportunity
Inexpensive Coders
Exclusive Internship Opportunities for ALL Participants offered by Inexpensive Coders.
Who's behind Hack Spark '26
Adv. Dr. P. Krishnadas
Chief Patron / Advisory Board
Chancellor, P K Das Deemed to be University, Tamilnadu. Honorary Trade Commissioner of Mauritius - India. Chairman and Managing Trustee, NGI.
Dr. P. Krishnakumar
Patron / Advisory Board
Pro-Chancellor, P K Das Deemed to be University. CEO & Secretary, NGI.
Prof. Dr. H. N. Nagaraja
Executive Director / Advisory Board
Academician with 37 years of experience as a teacher, administrator, and researcher. Instrumental in NAAC/NBA accreditations, NIRF and QS-I-Gauge rankings. Published 95+ research papers in reputed journals.
Dr. K. Ravi Kumar
Principal / NIITM
Principal of Nehru Institute of Information Technology & Management (Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management). Providing academic excellence, administrative leadership, and strategic direction.
Dr. R. Moses Daniel
Principal / NCM
Principal of Nehru College of Management (NCM). Guiding institutional development, management education, and student empowerment.
Dr. S. Menaka
HOD / Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management
Head of Department at Nehru Institute of Information Technology & Management (Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management). Guiding academic excellence, technical innovation, and student mentorship.
Dr. M. Sengaliappan
HOD / NCM
Head of Department at Nehru College of Management (NCM). Guiding management education, student leadership, and event coordination.
Mrs. Meera Bai C
Convenor
A dedicated academician and researcher with deep expertise in computer science and application development. Leads the PG Department of Computer Applications at Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management, guiding students toward excellence in technology.
Mrs. Indulekha K V
Convenor
Passionate educator and event organizer with a strong background in software engineering. Plays a key role in shaping the technical curriculum and mentoring students through industry-relevant projects.
Dr. A. Nandhini
Convenor
Expert in Computer Science Information Systems with over 15 years of academic experience. Holds a Doctor of Philosophy and has authored multiple scholarly publications, including research on Explainable AI and Image Analysis.
Harsath Ganesan
Student Organizer
Proficient in React, Node, Python, Flask, HTML, CSS & JS. Developer at Ak technologies. Instrumental in organizing and running Hack Spark '26.
Sivaprakash M
Student Organizer
Frontend Developer at AK Technologies. Full Stack developer with experience in Next.js, Java, and Python. Built projects like Time Lion and LeoChat. Active organizer behind Hack Spark '26.
V. K. Girithar
Student Organizer
A proactive MCA student at Nehru College of Management with a passion for leadership and startups. Chief Executive Officer at GV INFO PARK.
Venkatesh T R S
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Full Stack Enthusiast
Logendiran R
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · UI/UX & Web Developer
Jeevanantha Perumal M
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Backend & Cloud Developer
Pathirinath Kamesh S
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · AI/ML & Data Science
Gayathiri S
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Student Coordinator
Jeevika R
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Student Coordinator
Athul U K
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Student Coordinator
Kumaran M
Student Coordinator
MCA Student · Student Coordinator
Frequently Asked Questions
Event Venue
Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management Campus, Nehru Garden, Thirumalayampalayam, Coimbatore - 641105
NIITM Campus
Hackathon Venue
Nehru Institute of Information Technology and Management Campus,
Nehru Garden, Thirumalayampalayam,
Coimbatore - 641105