ProtoThon '26 is a 12-hour, national-level hackathon at Prince Dr. K. Vasudevan College of Engineering and Technology (PDKVCET) on February 21, 2026, challenging students to build prototypes for real-world problems, focusing on CSE, AI & DS, and Cyber Security, with a ₹1,00,000 prize pool, bridging academics with practical tech solutions.
Key Details - What: A 12-hour national hackathon to create functional prototypes from ideas.
- Who: Hosted by Prince Dr. K. Vasudevan College of Engineering and Technology (PDKVCET).
- When: February 21, 2026.
- Where: At PDKVCET, Chennai.
- Focus Areas: Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), Artificial Intelligence & Data Science (AI & DS), and Cyber Security.
- Goal: To foster innovation, teamwork, and practical problem-solving, turning ideas into real-world solutions.
- Prize: A ₹1,00,000 prize pool.
- Target Audience: Innovators, coders, designers, and tech enthusiasts.
Vision - To build a strong culture of innovation by connecting academic learning with practical application, empowering young technologists.
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